SASSA Confirms Early R370 SRD Grant Payment for June – Check Dates & Eligibility Now

The SRD (Social Relief of Distress) Grant provided by the South African government is a scheme that provides financial assistance to citizens in need. It was launched specifically for those who were struggling with unemployment, loss of income or any other emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, Social Security has announced that the SRD grant of R370 for June 2025 is being released ahead of time, providing relief to millions of citizens.

What is SASSA SRD Grant?

The SRD Grant, called the Social Relief of Distress Grant, is a temporary assistance scheme being run by SASSA for people who have no source of permanent income and who are not receiving government social security assistance.

The amount was initially R350, but was increased to R370 by the government at the end of 2024. The amount is deposited into the bank account of eligible citizens every month.

Payment of SRD Grant in June 2025 – What’s New?

SASSA has officially confirmed that the SRD Grant of R370 for June 2025 has already been processed, and will be paid sooner than the scheduled dates. This move brings relief to millions of people who rely on this payment for their basic needs in the first week of the month.

Eligibility Criteria – Are You Eligible?

The following eligibility conditions must be met to receive R370 in June 2025:

• Your income must be zero or less than R624 per month.
• You must not have any other social grants (such as old age pension, NSFAS funding).
• You must have a valid ID number.
• You must have a mobile number that is registered under RICA.
• You must not have received SRD payment for the previous month or have bank verification pending.

Application Process – How to Apply for SRD Grant?

If you have not applied before, you can apply through the below methods:

Apply online:

• Visit SASSA website: https://srd.sassa.gov.za
• Verify with your ID number and mobile OTP.
• Enter your payment detail, bank account and personal information.
• Enter and give it pending confirmation.

Apply either through GovChat or on WhatsApp:

• Hi to 082 046 8553 WhatsApp.
• Fill the application form and follow the instructions.

What are the reasons of updating bank details?

Many beneficiaries do not receive payment because they have provided incorrect or outdated bank details. If you have recently changed your bank account, it is important to update it by visiting the SASSA website.

Tip: Always enter a bank account that is active and registered in your name.

How to check payment status?

You can use the following methods to check the status of your SRD grant:

• On the website: https://srd.sassa.gov.za/sc19/status
• On WhatsApp: Send “Status” to 082 046 8553.
• SASSA call centre: Call 0800 60 10 11.

SASSA’s official message

SASSA has made it clear on its social media and website that:

We are pleased to announce that the SRD Grant of R370 for June 2025 is being paid ahead of schedule, to provide citizens with financial relief early in the month.

Conclusion:

There are millions of people in South Africa who are affected by unemployment, financial hardship and inflation. Paying this R370 SRD grant in advance is good and commendable by SASSA. This is evidence that the government is ready to provide well on time knowing the needs of the people in need and, be assured that this help is waiting to be received by you, that you get all the documents up to date, and your bank details corresponding, and receive the assistance.

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