Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Rates 2026/27: How Much You Get and Who Can Claim
Help with extra living costs for people of working age with a long-term health condition or disability. It is not means-tested and is tax free. The current rate is Up to £194.60 a week (daily living and mobility).
PIP weekly rates
| Part | Lower weekly rate | Higher weekly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Daily living part | £76.70 | £114.60 |
| Mobility part | £30.30 | £80.00 |
Who can claim PIP
- You are aged 16 or over and under State Pension age when you first claim.
- You have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability.
- You find daily living tasks or getting around difficult.
Key facts
| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Tax and means | PIP is tax free, and the amount you get is not affected by your income or savings. |
| Payments | PIP is usually paid every 4 weeks. |
| Other help | The mobility part can help you get a Blue Badge, a vehicle tax discount or exemption, and (at the higher rate) a Motability Scheme vehicle. |
How to claim and how you are paid
Start your claim by phone or post through GOV.UK; you then complete a form and may have an assessment. In Scotland the equivalent is Adult Disability Payment.
Check what else you could be owed
You may be able to claim other help alongside PIP. GOV.UK has a free benefits calculator that works out what you could get, and our benefit rates for 2026/27 page lists every main rate. See also the childcare help calculator and the Child Benefit charge calculator.
Source: GOV.UK: PIP, how much you'll get, rates from April 2026. Rates and rules can differ in Scotland and Northern Ireland, where some benefits are devolved. This is general information, not advice about your own claim. Read how we check our figures.
Frequently asked questions
How much is PIP in 2026/27?
The daily living part is £76.70 (lower rate) or £114.60 (higher rate) a week. The mobility part is £30.30 (lower rate) or £80 (higher rate) a week. You can get both parts, so the maximum is £194.60 a week.
Is PIP taxable?
No. PIP is tax free and is not affected by your income or savings.
How often is PIP paid?
Usually every 4 weeks.
How do I claim PIP?
Start your claim by phone or post through GOV.UK; you then complete a form and may have an assessment. In Scotland the equivalent is Adult Disability Payment.
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Figures are for the 2026/27 tax year from official sources and are estimates for guidance only, not financial or legal advice. Printed from ukanswers.co.uk.