Rumors have been circulating about an extra $100 Disability Support Pension (DSP) payment in September 2025. Many people with disabilities are eager to know whether this boost will actually arrive. However, the truth is clear — no additional $100 DSP payment is being issued in September 2025. Instead, regular DSP indexation changes will apply from 20 September 2025.
This guide explains the facts about the DSP, eligibility rules, payment rates, and what to expect moving forward.
What is the Disability Support Pension (DSP)?
The Disability Support Pension (DSP) is a Centrelink payment provided by Services Australia to people who:
- Are 16 years or older
- Have a physical, intellectual, or psychiatric disability
- Experience a condition that is expected to last at least 2 years
- Meet both medical and non-medical eligibility rules
Not everyone with a disability automatically qualifies — approval depends on strict medical assessments and income/asset tests.
Additional $100 DSP September 2025 – Fact Check
- No $100 supplementary payment is being introduced in September 2025.
- DSP recipients will continue receiving their standard fortnightly payments.
- A regular indexation boost will increase DSP rates from 20 September 2025.
Any news claiming an extra $100 top-up in September is false.
DSP Payment Rates From September 2025
Here are the updated DSP rates effective from 20 September 2025:
| Status | Basic Rate (per fortnight) | Total Rate (per fortnight) |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $1,051.30 | $1,149.00 |
| Partner (each) | $792.00 | $866.10 |
| Single, dependent, under 18 at home | $410.30 | $582.30 |
| Single, dependent, over 18 at home | $472.50 | $645.20 |
| Independent individual | $663.30 | $838.50 |
| Partnered, over 21 (each) | $663.30 | $835.10 |
Who Can Get the DSP?
You may be eligible for the DSP if you:
- Are aged 16 or over
- Have a permanent disability (lasting 2+ years)
- Meet medical and non-medical assessments
- Satisfy income and asset tests
- Hold Australian residency requirements
How to Claim the Disability Support Pension
- Check eligibility on the Services Australia website.
- Prepare documents (medical evidence, ID, income details).
- Link Centrelink to myGov.
- Submit your claim online or at a Centrelink office.
- Track progress via phone or online account.
Latest Update on DSP
- No extra $100 DSP payment in September 2025.
- Regular DSP increases will apply from 20 September 2025.
- Any future updates will be officially announced by Services Australia.
FAQs
1. Is there an additional $100 DSP in September 2025?
No, there is no supplementary $100 DSP payment.
2. When will DSP rates increase?
From 20 September 2025, through standard indexation.
3. How much is the DSP for singles?
From September 2025, a single person can receive up to $1,149 per fortnight.
4. Who qualifies for DSP?
Australian residents aged 16+ with a disability expected to last more than 2 years, who also meet income and asset tests.
5. Where can I apply for DSP?
You can apply via myGov linked to Centrelink or at your nearest Centrelink office.
Conclusion
The buzz around an extra $100 Supplementary DSP in September 2025 is simply a myth. What’s real is the fortnightly DSP increase starting 20 September 2025. If you are a recipient or planning to apply, ensure you meet eligibility requirements and always rely on Services Australia for official updates.