March 2026 indexation: new Centrelink rates
On 20 March 2026, the following payments were re-indexed. Measure: Pensions: higher of CPI and PBLCI, benchmarked to MTAWE; allowances and Rent Assistance: CPI.
| Payment | Previous | New | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age Pension — Single, total (per fortnight) | $1,178.70 | $1,200.90 | $22.20 |
| JobSeeker — Single, no children, basic rate (per fortnight) | $793.60 | $808.70 | $15.10 |
| Parenting Payment Single — total (per fortnight) | $1,046.70 | $1,066.30 | $19.60 |
| Rent Assistance — Single, maximum (per fortnight) | $215.40 | $219.40 | $4 |
Payments affected
- Age Pension
- Disability Support Pension
- Carer Payment
- JobSeeker Payment
- Parenting Payment (single)
- Parenting Payment (partnered)
- Commonwealth Rent Assistance
- ABSTUDY Living Allowance
- Youth Allowance (job seekers)
- Pension Supplement
See the full indexation schedule and all four yearly dates.
Rates current as of 20 March 2026. Source: DSS / Services Australia. Last checked 17 July 2026.