The Centrelink JobSeeker Boost 2025 assists unemployed Australians by altering payment rates, eligibility criteria, and payment periods.
New Payment Rates
The new JobSeeker Payment maximum rate increases to $793.60 per fortnight, starting September 20, 2025 — a $12.50 increase for a single adult with no children. Special circumstances raise payments to $849.90 per fortnight. These circumstances include having dependent children, being aged 55+, having partial work capacity, or receiving payment for over nine months. $726.50 is paid to partnered recipients for each partnered JobSeeker recipient.
Eligibility Rules
Applicants must be between 22 and 67 years old and be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible visa holders. The unemployed, underemployed, or those with temporary work illness or study commitments who are actively seeking work may qualify unless exempt. Applicants must meet specific income and asset criteria and must not receive other income support payments such as the Age Pension.
Payment Dates
JobSeeker payments are made on a fortnightly basis and follow the Centrelink payment calendar. Exact payment dates can be viewed through the myGov linked Centrelink account. Recipients do not need to reapply for the new rates, as the increase will be applied automatically.
Summary Table: Centrelink JobSeeker Boost 2025
| Recipient Type | New Fortnightly Payment | Eligibility Age |
|---|---|---|
| Single, no children | $793.60 | 22 to 67 years |
| Single with dependent children | $849.90 | 22 to 67 years |
| Partnered (each) | $726.50 | 22 to 67 years |
| Single aged 55+ (after 9 months) | $849.90 | 55 to 67 years |
The 2025 JobSeeker Boost demonstrates the government’s aim to provide increased financial assistance aligned with inflation and the cost of living. It helps unemployed Australians during periods of job transition and financial pressure. Job seekers should log in to myGov and update their details to ensure they receive payments without delays.
FAQs:
Q1: What is the new JobSeeker payment rate in 2025?
A single person with no children will receive $793.60 per fortnight.
Q2: Who is eligible for the JobSeeker Boost?
Job seekers who are Australian residents aged 22 to 67 years, unemployed or underemployed, actively seeking work, and meeting income and asset tests.
Q3: When are JobSeeker payments made?
Payments are made every two weeks on scheduled dates determined by Centrelink based on each recipient’s payment cycle.
