SOCSO Payment Date 2026
Monthly payment schedule for all SOCSO (PERKESO) benefits in 2026 — invalidity pension, survivors' pension and other recurring benefit payments, with the reason whenever a date is brought forward.
| Month | Payment Date | Schemes |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5 January 2026 | All schemes |
| February | 5 February 2026 | All schemes |
| March | 5 March 2026 | All schemes |
| April | 3 April 2026 | All schemes |
| May | 5 May 2026 | All schemes |
| June | 5 June 2026 | All schemes |
| July | 3 July 2026 | All schemes |
| August | 5 August 2026 | All schemes |
| September | 4 September 2026 | All schemes |
| October | 5 October 2026 | All schemes |
| November | 5 November 2026 | All schemes |
| December | 4 December 2026 | All schemes |
Dates are estimates based on PERKESO's usual practice and the 2026 public holiday calendar. Always confirm against the official PERKESO website for the latest announcements.
About SOCSO benefit payments
SOCSO — Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial (PERKESO) in Bahasa Malaysia — pays recurring monthly benefits to insured workers and their dependants. Payments are made directly to recipients' bank accounts following the schedule above, which applies to every scheme including the invalidity pension and survivors' pension.
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SOCSO payment FAQ
When does SOCSO pay benefits each month in 2026?
SOCSO (PERKESO) credits monthly benefit payments — including the invalidity pension and survivors' pension — at the start of each month, usually around the 3rd to 5th. When that date falls on a weekend or public holiday, payment is brought forward to the previous working day.
Which SOCSO benefits follow this payment schedule?
All recurring monthly benefits follow the same schedule: invalidity pension (pencen ilat), survivors' pension (pencen penakat), permanent disablement benefit, dependants' benefit and constant-attendance allowance.
Why hasn't my SOCSO payment arrived yet?
Banks can take 1-2 working days to credit the payment after the official date. If it still hasn't arrived after 3 working days, check your status on the PERKESO portal (perkeso.gov.my), the PERKESO mobile app, or call 1-300-22-8000.
How do I check my SOCSO payment status?
Log in to the official PERKESO portal at www.perkeso.gov.my, use the PERKESO mobile app, call the hotline at 1-300-22-8000, or visit your nearest PERKESO office with your identification documents.