Study support for carers, parents and people with disabilities

Published: 23 June 2026

The Pensioner Education Supplement is a regular extra payment of up to $62.40 a fortnight that can help with your study costs.

If you study and get any of the following payments, you may also be eligible for Pensioner Education Supplement (PES) to help with study costs:

  • Carer Payment
  • Disability Support Pension
  • Jobseeker Payment as a single principal carer
  • Parenting Payment single
  • Special Benefit as a single parent.

How much you can get will depend on your circumstances.

Learn more about how to claim the Pensioner Education Supplement.

Page last updated: 23 June 2026.
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