Sassa has released the March 2026 payment schedule for all social grant categories. Beneficiaries should take note of their respective payout dates and make the necessary preparations to avoid delays in receiving their funds.

According to Sassa, the payment schedule is staggered to reduce congestion and ensure a smooth process at pay points and ATMs across SA.

The official pay dates for March:
• Old age grant: March 3

• Disability grant: March 4

• All other grants (including child grants): March 5.

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