In 2025, SASSA will continue providing support for the disabled citizens through the use of the Disability Grant program, which pays out R2,310 per month. The grant pays much needed relief to persons with permanent or temporary disabilities and cannot support themselves. There are some new criteria for the grant for the payment for the month of November 2025 and guidelines for the applications have been released.
Disability Grant Payment Details for 2025
In 2025, the Disability Grant will pay out R2,310 per month. Payments are either received through direct bank deposits, SASSA cards or cash payment points. Payment for the month of November 2025 is scheduled for November 5, meaning financial support will be received at the start of the month.
Who is Eligible for the Grant?
Disability Grant applicants have to meet some criteria such as:
– Be a South African citizen, permanent residents, or a refugee in South Africa.
– The age bracket is 18 to 59.
– Have a medically certified disability for more than 6 months.
– Must pass a SASSA means test which determines that the recipients income and assets are below the set guidelines.
– No other social grants of any kind.
– No government incarceration falsely while applying.
Means Test Criteria
Financial status is presumed as a means test consisting of income and or liquidity.
– Individuals applicants may only earn a maximum of approximately R92,520 on an annual basis.
– If married, they may only earn a maximum of R185,040 in a year.
– The asset cap is R1313400 for single and R2636800 for married taxpayers.
This means test protects the affordability of the grant and makes it available for people that genuinely need assistance.
Filing an Application and Medical Assessment
Filing an application for the grant of disability benefits, one needs to submit a medical or surgical report that confirms the grant’s degree and permanence of the disability for which it is being issued. The grant may be for a period or for life. In the former case there is due to the provisions layed down then the examination is done by the medical examiner. The applicant in this case is the person who is under the care of the state and the appointed medical practitioner. Old medical records have to be submitted by the applicant to build the case of and prove the disability suffered that makes the person unable to earn a livelihood.
Payment Overview of November 2025
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Grant Amount | R2,310 per month |
| Payment Date | November 5, 2025 |
| Eligibility | South African citizens/residents aged 18-59 with disability |
| Means Test | Income & asset limits apply |
| Payment Method | Bank deposit, SASSA card, cash pay points |
FAQ’s
1. When is the expected date of payment for the disability grant on the month of November in the year 2025?
According to our records, it is supposed to be on the 5th of November of 2025.
2. Who qualifies for the Sadaf Disability Grant?
The applicants must be medico-legally certified disabled, above the age of 18 and under age of 59, and must pass the squalid test, must meet the means test, and residency conditions.
3. How is eligibility assessed?
An applicant must undergo a medical test and must satisfy the income and asset ceiling under the means test.
