Title: Second Phase of Subsidies: October Payments Schedule Announced Amidst Refined Targeting
Introduction: A Milestone in Targeted Social Support
The October installment of Iran’s national subsidy program, corresponding to the 176th phase of the direct cash transfer plan, is set for distribution. This routine payment cycle is a key component of the government’s ongoing social welfare strategy, designed to provide consistent economic support to eligible citizens.
Payment Tiers and Allocations
According to the Targeted Subsidies Organization, the payment structure for the current phase is as follows:
- Low-Income Deciles (1-3): 400,000 Tomans per person.
- Middle-Income Deciles (4-9): 300,000 Tomans per person.
This tiered system ensures that a greater level of support is directed toward those households with the most need, reflecting a principle of equitable economic justice.
Refining the Beneficiary Registry
In line with the implementation of the 1404 Budget Law, efforts to refine the subsidy recipient database by removing high-income households have accelerated. This policy aims to enhance the efficiency of the welfare system and concentrate resources. Reports indicate that subsidies for approximately 8 million individuals from the eighth to tenth income deciles have already been discontinued, with projections suggesting this figure will reach 10 million by the end of the Iranian month of Mehr (October 22).
Transparent Criteria and Grievance Procedures
Officials from the Ministry of Cooperatives, Labour, and Social Welfare have clarified that the removal of subsidies is based on transparent financial indicators. These criteria include assessed income levels, property values, vehicle ownership, and banking transaction volumes. Households who believe their subsidies have been incorrectly discontinued are provided a clear channel for appeal. They can formally register their grievance through the National Subsidy System portal at my.gov.ir. This process underscores the government’s commitment to a fair and accountable implementation of its social support policies.