JobSeeker Payment Calculator
Calculate your estimated Centrelink JobSeeker Payment for 2026. Enter your details to see how much you could receive per fortnight after the income test.
Last verified: 20 March 2026Reviewed by the Savings Mate editorial team — figures fact-checked against the ATO, Services Australia and ASIC MoneySmart.
How much is JobSeeker Payment from March 2026?
A single JobSeeker recipient with no children gets up to $808.70/fortnight (about $21,026/year) before the income test. From 20 March 2026, JobSeeker Payment (including Energy Supplement) is $866.00/fortnight for a single principal carer and $740.30/fortnight each for partnered recipients. If you are 55 or older and have been on payment 9+ months, the single rate lifts to $866.00/fortnight. Income test: you can earn $150/fortnight before your payment reduces; earnings $150-$256/ft cut it by 50c/$1, above $256/ft by 60c/$1. Source: Services Australia.
General information and estimates only — not financial, tax, or legal advice. Always verify with a licensed adviser or the ATO.
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