SASSA Grant Amount Calculator
Estimate how much you may qualify for based on your circumstances
About the SASSA Grant Calculator
Our SASSA Grant Calculator helps you estimate which grants you may be eligible for and the potential amount you could receive. This tool considers various factors including your age, income, disability status, and dependents to provide an estimate of your potential grant benefits.
How to Use This Calculator
Follow these steps to get an accurate estimate:
- Enter your age accurately
- Provide your monthly income from all sources
- Indicate if you have a disability and its severity
- Specify if you're a pensioner or primary caregiver
- Enter the number of children under 18 in your care
- Add any additional dependents
After submitting your information, the calculator will show which grants you may qualify for and the estimated monthly amount for each.
Available SASSA Grants
Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant
A temporary grant of R350 per month for unemployed individuals who don't receive any other form of government support.
Eligibility: South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees who are unemployed and not receiving income from any other source.
Old Age Grant
Monthly payment for elderly South African citizens and permanent residents. Currently R1,980 for those aged 60-74 and R2,080 for those 75 and older.
Eligibility: South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees aged 60 or older with income and assets below the threshold.
Disability Grant
Financial support for people with physical or mental disabilities that prevent them from working. Currently R2,080 per month.
Eligibility: South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees aged 18-59 with a medical assessment confirming disability.
Child Support Grant
Financial assistance for primary caregivers of children under 18 years. Currently R500 per month per child.
Eligibility: Primary caregivers of children under 18 with income below the threshold.
Grant-in-Aid
Additional grant of R480 per month for recipients who require full-time care due to physical or mental disabilities.
Eligibility: Recipients of Old Age, Disability, or War Veterans grants who require full-time care.
Important Disclaimer
This calculator provides estimates only and does not guarantee grant approval or exact payment amounts. The actual grant amount you may receive depends on:
- Official assessment by SASSA
- Verification of your information against government databases
- Current grant regulations and thresholds
- Changes in your personal circumstances
For official grant applications and accurate information, please visit your nearest SASSA office or the official SASSA website.