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The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) has announced its 2026 pension payment dates, aligning disbursements with public holidays so beneficiaries receive funds before major festive periods. The authority adjusted dates to help pensioners plan, especially around Eid and other significant holidays.The 2026 pension payment dates are as follows:
- January, June, November: 26th of the month
- February, September, December: 25th of the month
- March: 19th, ahead of Eid Al Fitr
- April: 24th
- May: 22nd, ahead of Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha
- July, August, October: 27th, following the regular schedule
GPSSA has urged all pensioners and beneficiaries to keep their personal information up to date to prevent any disruption in payments. Support is available through the toll-free number 80010, the GPSSA website, social media channels, and Customer Happiness Centres.
The schedule applies to civilians covered under the Federal Pension and Social Security Law and to those whose pension files are managed by GPSSA on behalf of the Ministry of Finance.
