Aswesuma September Payment Update 2026 – Rs. 3.48 Billion Credited to Elderly Beneficiaries
Latest Welfare Benefits Board (WBB) Aswesuma Elderly Allowance Payment Update – September 3, 2026
🔔 Latest Aswesuma Payment Update – September 2026
The Welfare Benefits Board (WBB) has announced that approximately Rs. 3.48 billion will be credited to the bank accounts of elderly beneficiaries aged over 70 under the Aswesuma Welfare Benefits Programme.
The payment relates to the August 2026 elderly allowance, while the funds are scheduled to be credited to beneficiaries' Aswesuma bank accounts on September 3, 2026.
🔎 Aswesuma 2026 Important Links
Aswesuma September Payment 2026 – Full Details
According to the latest information, the Welfare Benefits Board has made arrangements to credit allowances to 696,612 elderly beneficiaries aged over 70.
A total amount of approximately Rs. 3.483 billion has been allocated for these payments under the first and second phases of the welfare programme.
| Payment Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Payment Month | August 2026 Allowance |
| Bank Credit Date | September 3, 2026 |
| Total Beneficiaries | 696,612 elderly beneficiaries |
| Age Group | Beneficiaries aged over 70 |
| Total Allocation | Rs. 3.483 Billion |
| Payment Method | Direct credit to relevant Aswesuma bank accounts |
🟢 Phase 1 Payment
Under the first phase, approximately Rs. 3.091 billion will be provided to 618,352 beneficiaries aged over 70.
🔵 Phase 2 Payment
Under the second phase, approximately Rs. 391.3 million will be provided to 78,260 beneficiaries.
When Can Beneficiaries Withdraw the Money?
The funds are scheduled to be credited to the relevant beneficiaries' Aswesuma bank accounts on September 3, 2026.
According to the announcement, beneficiaries should be able to access the funds from the same date once the payment has been successfully credited to their designated bank accounts.
How to Check Aswesuma Eligible Families Name List 2026
Applicants and beneficiaries looking for information about the Aswesuma Eligible Families Name List 2026 can use the links below to check the latest available information.
✅ Eligible Families: Check Aswesuma Eligible Families 2026
📋 Second Name List: Check Aswesuma 2nd Name List
📚 Complete Information: Aswesuma Phase II / 2nd List Full Details
📌 Important Clarification
The September 3 payment announcement concerns the elderly allowance for August 2026. Information about eligible-family lists, Phase II selections and appeals should be checked separately through the relevant Aswesuma/Welfare Benefits Board services.
Official Welfare Benefits Board Website
Beneficiaries should also check official announcements published by Sri Lanka's Welfare Benefits Board for authoritative information regarding Aswesuma payments, beneficiary selections, appeals and related welfare programmes.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Aswesuma September 2026 elderly payment credited?
The reported bank credit date is September 3, 2026.
Which month's allowance is being paid?
The payment scheduled for September 3 relates to the August 2026 elderly allowance.
How many beneficiaries will receive the payment?
A total of 696,612 elderly beneficiaries are covered by the reported payment.
How much has been allocated?
The total reported allocation is approximately Rs. 3.483 billion.
How is the payment received?
The payment is credited to the relevant beneficiary's designated Aswesuma bank account.
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