TPR public information / Social grants

Disability Grant

Support for eligible adults aged 18 to 59 whose disability affects their ability to work.

What to check before applying

A state medical assessment is required.
The official guide distinguishes temporary and permanent grants.
A permanent grant is not a lifetime guarantee.

SASSA assesses the application under the applicable rules. These starting points do not determine eligibility. Read the linked official requirements before applying.

Government guide: Disability Grant

Practical guides from TPR

TPR guide · 10 November 2026

Appealing a SASSA grant decision: check the date, form and supporting record

For ordinary social grants, the written decision and appeal documents need careful attention. DSD publishes separate forms for the appeal and a request to accept it late.

TPR guide · 10 November 2026

SASSA grant review: check the records before your appointment

The 2026 review checklist includes banking, income, address and grant-specific records. Confirm what applies to you and respond promptly if anything is missing.

Sources checked 11 November 2026. Payment dates and service arrangements can change.