The Disability Support Pension (DSP) in Australia will see a significant increase starting on 18 October 2025. The new payment rates and qualifying conditions will be adjusted through the standard indexation process that applies to all regular pensions in Australia.

Updated DSP Payment Rates (Effective November 2025)

• Single DSP Recipients: New maximum rate: $1,051.30 per month (previously $1,028.10) — an increase of $23.20 per month.
• Couples (Combined): New maximum combined rate: $1,581.60 per month — an increase of $34.60. Equivalent to $888.50 per person or $1,777.00 per couple each fortnight.
• Under 21 & Youth DSP Recipients: Independent and eligible youth DSP recipients will now receive up to $822.60 per fortnight, reflecting an increase from previous rates.

Payment Increase Schedule

• Effective Date: The new DSP rates will take effect from 18 October 2025.
• First Payment: Most recipients will see their updated rates reflected in payments made in late October or early November 2025, depending on their Centrelink cycle.

Eligibility for DSP Payments

• You must be aged 16 or over and below Age Pension age.
• You must have a permanent physical, mental, or psychiatric condition preventing you from working more than 15 hours per week.
• You must meet residency requirements and pass a medical and functional assessment.

Automatic Adjustment

• No application is needed — Centrelink will automatically apply the new rates to all existing DSP recipients.
• The updated payment details will appear in your myGov Centrelink Payment Summary once processed.

New DSP Rates Summary (From 18 October 2025)

Recipient Type	Previous Rate (Month)	New Rate (Month)	Increase	Max Fortnightly Total
Single	$1,028.10	$1,051.30	+$23.20	$1,178.70
Couple (Combined)	$1,547.00	$1,581.60	+$34.60	$1,777.00
Youth (Under 21, Independent)	$743.60	$759.80	+$16.20	$822.60

Key Points and Context

• The increase is indexed according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Pensioner and Beneficiary Living Cost Index.
• This DSP update is part of a broader cost-of-living support initiative that also raises the Age Pension and Carer Payments.
• The change ensures vulnerable Australians continue receiving adequate financial support as living costs rise.

In summary: From 18 October 2025, the Disability Support Pension (DSP) in Australia will rise automatically to reflect inflation and living costs. The new rates will appear in payments issued from late October and November 2025, providing greater support to Australians with disabilities.