Rewritten Title:
August 2025 Cash Subsidy: Payment Schedule and Key Updates
First Phase: Welfare Payments on Monday, August 20
On Monday, August 20, 2025, the first phase of monthly financial aid will be deposited into the accounts of beneficiaries under the Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation and the State Welfare Organization. These payments, which have seen a 40% increase since the beginning of the year, are routinely disbursed on the 20th of each month.
Second Phase: Subsidies for Lower-Income Households (August 25)
On August 25, cash subsidies for the first to third income deciles will be deposited, amounting to 400,000 tomans per person. Household heads in these categories can withdraw the funds starting at midnight on the same day.
Third Phase: Middle-Income Subsidies (August 31)
The fourth to ninth income deciles will receive their 300,000-toman cash subsidies on August 31. This amount has remained unchanged since 2023.
2025 Welfare Payment Increases
Official data confirms a 40% rise in monthly welfare payments for beneficiaries. Below is the updated breakdown:
| Household Size | 2024 Payment (Toman) | 40% Increase (Toman) | 2025 Payment (Toman) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 1,000,000 | +400,000 | 1,400,000 |
| 2 people | 1,420,000 | +568,000 | 1,988,000 |
| 3 people | 2,000,000 | +800,000 | 2,800,000 |
| 4 people | 2,950,000 | +1,180,000 | 4,130,000 |
| 5+ people | 3,150,000 | +1,260,000 | 4,410,000 |
August Subsidy Distribution: Key Differences
Unlike July, no new phase of the electronic commodity subsidy program will be implemented in August—only cash subsidies will be deposited. The third phase of the commodity subsidy, which ended in July, will not resume this month.
July vs. August Subsidy Comparison
| Income Decile | July (Cash + Commodity Subsidy) | August (Cash Only) |
|---|---|---|
| First to third | 400K + 500K (commodity) | 400K |
| Fourth to seventh | 300K + 350K (commodity) | 300K |
| Eighth and ninth | 300K | 300K |
Analysis: Economic Impact and Policy Considerations
With the temporary pause in commodity subsidies, lower-income households may face increased financial strain. While the planned removal of subsidies for the eighth and ninth deciles has yet to take effect, policymakers are urged to ensure transparency and economic fairness in future welfare reforms.
The government continues to prioritize social support programs, reinforcing its commitment to assisting vulnerable groups through structured financial aid.
Source: Intitar
