SASSA Old Age Grant Pay Day Confirmed for 2 October 2025

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed that the Old Age Grant will be paid on Thursday, 2 October 2025. This payment date provides assurance to millions of pensioners who depend on SASSA’s monthly support in South Africa.

SASSA Old Age Grant Pay Day Confirmed for 2 October 2025

For the month of October, SASSA old age grant pay day confirmed for 2 October 2025. All eligible beneficiaries aged 60 to 74, and those aged 75 and older, can expect to receive their approved grant from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM on the scheduled pay date of Thursday, 2 October 2025.

October 2025, SASSA Old Age Grant payment date is Thursday, 2 October 2025 (02/10/2025).

SASSA will pay any linked grants, such as the Grant-in-Aid (GiA), on the same day as the Older Persons Grant for October 2025.

Other social grants, including the Disability Grant and Children’s Grants, will be paid according to the official SASSA payment dates schedule.

SASSA Old Age Grant Status Check for October 2025 Payments

All beneficiaries need to check their SASSA status to confirm whether their Old Age Grant for October 2025 has been approved, is still pending, or has been declined. This verification is important to ensure old age grant payments are released for October.

To check your payment status, visit the official SASSA status website at srd.sassa.gov.za. You will need your ID number and the mobile number registered with your grant on the SASSA system.

Once your details are processed, the status result will be displayed. If approved, you will receive your October grant on the scheduled payment date.

Important Note: If your grant is declined, you can submit a SASSA appeal for October 2025. Appeals are managed by the Department of Social Development, which will review your case and reinstate your declined SASSA grant for monthly payments.

How SASSA Pays the Old Age Grant for October 2025

To ensure beneficiaries receive their payments on time, SASSA provides different convenient payment methods. Beneficiaries can receive their approved older persons grant for October 2025 through the following authorised channels.

Direct Bank Transfers – Grant funds are deposited directly into your registered personal bank account from SASSA.

Retail Collection Points – Receive grant money at SASSA partnered retailers, Shoprite, Checkers, Spar, Pick n Pay, Boxer, and Usave.

SASSA Gold Card or new Postbank Black Card – Withdraw money at Post Office branches and Postbank ATMs using your SASSA card.

Reminder to Update Your Banking Details

SASSA is reminding all beneficiaries to keep their banking details, contact numbers, and personal information up to date. You can update your banking details online at sassacheck.com. Incorrect bank account information may cause payment delays or even reversals.

For October 2025, SRD status check for R350 to confirm your grant approval. SASSA SRD grant payments start on 27 October 2025, providing monthly financial support to unemployed and vulnerable people.

• If you need help updating your details or have any questions, you can call the SASSA toll-free helpline at 0800 60 10 11.