Austudy Allowance changes from 1 Jan 2026.
Maximum basic rate for Austudy Allowance from 1 January 2026.
These figures show the Maximum basic rate for the 2026 Austudy Allowance, the fortnightly increase, and the previous 2025 rate.
Family Situation:
Single: $677.20 up by $13.90 pf from $663.30 in 2025.
Single, with children: $854.20 up by $17.60 pf from $836.60 in 2025.
Partnered, with children: $733.20 up by $15.10 pf from $718.10 in 2025.
Partnered, no children: $677.20 up by $13.90 pf from $663.30 in 2025.
Special rate
For long-term unemployed or migrant English students aged 22 years or over commencing full-time study or an Australian Apprenticeship.
Single, no children: $799.70 up by $16.40 pf from $783.30 in 2025.
Partnered, no children: $733.20 up by $15.10 pf from $718.10 in 2025.
Source: https://www.dss.gov.au/income-support-payments/social-security-indexation