How much is the Pension Supplement?

It depends on your situation and which of the three amounts applies. The maximum amount is paid to most pensioners in Australia, the minimum amount is the floor for part-pensioners, and the basic amount is a lower level for certain situations. The rate table on this page shows each amount.

Is the Pension Supplement already in my pension?

Yes. For most pensioners the total pension already includes the maximum Pension Supplement. The pension pages on this site show it as a separate line so you can see how the total is made up.

What is the difference between the maximum, basic and minimum Pension Supplement?

The maximum amount is what most pensioners in Australia receive. The minimum amount is the smallest the supplement can be while you remain on a part pension. The basic amount is a lower level that applies in certain situations, such as being overseas long term.

When does the Pension Supplement go up next?

The Pension Supplement is indexed on 20 March and 20 September, along with the pension. The next increase is on {{date:nextIndexation:pension-supplement}}. This page updates to match.

Pension Supplement rates 2026

Pension Supplement

$86.50/fortnight

Pension Supplement per fortnight

Effective 20 March 2026 · Source: DSS / Services Australia

The Pension Supplement is an extra amount paid with the Age Pension and other pension payments to help with regular bills and medicine. It is added to your pension rather than claimed on its own. It is paid by Services Australia through Centrelink.

This page explains the Pension Supplement, including the maximum, basic and minimum amounts. The Pension Supplement is indexed twice a year, and the next change is on 20 September 2026.

Every number shown for the Pension Supplement is taken line by line from the Department of Social Services rates list and checked against the Services Australia payments guide.

Full Pension Supplement rate table

Pension Supplement — Maximum amount — amounts per fortnight
Rate	Amount /fortnight
Single	$86.50
Partnered — Illness separated, respite care or partner in gaol	$86.50
Partnered (each)	$65.20

Source: DSS Social Security Payment Parameters, 20 March 2026 — Pension Supplement — Maximum amount

Pension Supplement — Basic amount — amounts per fortnight
Rate	Amount /fortnight
Single	$30.10
Partnered — Illness separated, respite care or partner in gaol	$30.10
Partnered (each)	$24.80

Source: DSS Social Security Payment Parameters, 20 March 2026 — Pension Supplement — Basic amount

Pension Supplement — Minimum amount — amounts per fortnight
Rate	Amount /fortnight
Single	$46.60
Partnered — Illness separated, respite care or partner in gaol	$46.60
Partnered (each)	$35.10

Source: DSS Social Security Payment Parameters, 20 March 2026 — Pension Supplement — Minimum amount

The Pension Supplement has more than one amount, and which one you get depends on your situation. The maximum amount is paid to most pensioners in Australia. The basic amount is a smaller part that continues in some situations, such as when you are overseas long term. The minimum amount is the floor for part-pensioners.

Amounts differ for single people, members of a couple, and people in an illness-separated couple. The rate table shows each amount so you can see how they compare.

What this means

The Pension Supplement is paid every two weeks as part of your pension. It rolls several older, smaller add-ons into one supplement to help with everyday costs like phone, power and medicine.

There are three levels. The maximum amount is what most pensioners get. The minimum amount is the smallest the supplement can be while you are still on a part pension, so even people whose pension is reduced by the income or assets test keep at least this much supplement. The basic amount is a lower level that applies in certain situations.

Because the Pension Supplement is built into the pension total, the pension figures on this site already include it. It is shown as a separate line so you can see how the total is made up.

The Pension Supplement is indexed on 20 March and 20 September, along with the pension it is paid with. The next increase is on 20 September 2026, and this page updates to match.

Who can get Pension Supplement

The Pension Supplement is paid to people who receive the Age Pension, Disability Support Pension, Carer Payment and certain other qualifying payments. You do not claim it separately; it is added to your pension.

This page explains how the Pension Supplement works. It does not decide your claim. To see the Pension Supplement that applies to your pension, check that payment's page and the official Services Australia page linked here.

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Rates change at indexation. The most recent update is the 20 March 2026 indexation. See the full indexation schedule and payment dates.

Pension Supplement: common questions

How much is the Pension Supplement?: It depends on your situation and which of the three amounts applies. The maximum amount is paid to most pensioners in Australia, the minimum amount is the floor for part-pensioners, and the basic amount is a lower level for certain situations. The rate table on this page shows each amount.
Is the Pension Supplement already in my pension?: Yes. For most pensioners the total pension already includes the maximum Pension Supplement. The pension pages on this site show it as a separate line so you can see how the total is made up.
What is the difference between the maximum, basic and minimum Pension Supplement?: The maximum amount is what most pensioners in Australia receive. The minimum amount is the smallest the supplement can be while you remain on a part pension. The basic amount is a lower level that applies in certain situations, such as being overseas long term.
When does the Pension Supplement go up next?: The Pension Supplement is indexed on 20 March and 20 September, along with the pension. The next increase is on 20 September 2026. This page updates to match.

Estimates and general information only — not financial advice. Check Services Australia for your circumstances.

Rates current as of 20 March 2026. Source: DSS / Services Australia. Last checked 17 July 2026.