SASSA has announced the payment dates for the R350 SRD grants in October 2025. People who applied for the grant can now see if they were approved and when they’ll get paid. The money will be sent out from the start of October and will keep going until the end of the month. Each person will get paid on a different day based on their bank details & when their application was processed. Everyone should check their exact payment date before trying to get their money.

Track Your R350 Grant — Simple Steps to Check October 2025 Status
You can check your grant status on the SASSA website. Just visit srd.sassa.gov.za and enter your ID number and phone number. The website will tell you if your R350 grant is approved or not. It also shows when you’ll get paid. This helps you track your payment whether you get it through your bank or need to collect it from stores like Shoprite Pick n Pay Checkers or Boxer. The tracker is easy to use and gives you quick updates about your grant money.
New Eligibility Criteria Explained — Who Can Still Get the R350 SRD Grant?
To get the SASSA SRD R350 grant you need to meet certain rules. You must live in South Africa as a citizen permanent resident or refugee. Your age needs to be between 21 and 59 years old. You can’t get this grant if you already receive money from other government programs like NSFAS UIF or other SASSA grants. Your monthly income must be less than R624. Make sure your personal information is up to date because wrong details can delay your payments. Remember to double-check all your information when you apply.

Why the R350 Grant Is More Important Than Ever in 2025
The R350 SRD grant helps many South Africans who are struggling with money problems. This support is important because it lets people buy food and basic needs when they can’t find work & prices keep going up. It’s helpful for people to know exactly when they’ll get their payments so they can plan how to spend their money. People should only trust payment information that comes directly from SASSA to avoid scams & false details. This way they can protect themselves from fraud & wrong information.
Expert Tips & Warnings — Avoid Payment Delays and Common Mistakes
– Check if your payment is ready by visiting the real SRD website before you get your money.
– Double-check that your banking details or pickup location are right in the SASSA system.
– Only trust messages that come directly from SASSA through text messages or their website.
– Be careful of scams. Don’t believe random social media posts about grants. Only use SASSA’s official website and phone number for information.
