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title: How much is the stipend, and when is it paid?
description: "![✔](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/svg/2714.svg) The monthly stipend is **R4,000**, calculated based on a **maximum of 22 working days per month** at a rate of **R132.82 per day**. ![✔](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/svg/2714.svg) A **1% UIF deduction (R40)** will be taken from the stipend each month. The **Department…"
url: "https://learn.ecubed-dbe.org/docs/how-much-is-the-stipend-and-when-is-it-paid/"
updated: "2025-04-24"
category: BEEI / Basic Education Employment Initiative / Contract and Payments
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# How much is the stipend, and when is it paid?

![✔](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/svg/2714.svg) The monthly stipend is **R4,000**, calculated based on a **maximum of 22 working days per month** at a rate of **R132.82 per day**.
 ![✔](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/svg/2714.svg) A **1% UIF deduction (R40)** will be taken from the stipend each month. The **Department of Basic Education** contributes another **1% (R40)**, making a total UIF contribution of **2% (R80) per month**.
 ![✔](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/svg/2714.svg) Stipends are **paid on the last working day of each month. If this falls on a weekend or public holiday, payment should be reflected** in your account **on the Friday before the weekend** or **the working day before the holiday**.
 ![✔](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/svg/2714.svg) **Payslips** will be sent **2–3 days before payday**, detailing your stipend amount and UIF contributions.
 ![✔](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/svg/2714.svg) Stipends are paid **via EFT** into the bank account registered in your name. **No cash payments or third-party payments are allowed**.
 ![✔](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/svg/2714.svg) If you’re paid through the **Kwantu Payment System**, your bank account will be **validated against your ID number** and account status.

![📌](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/svg/1f4cc.svg) **Additional support:** ![💡](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/svg/1f4a1.svg) You’ll also receive **R30 per month for data**, totalling **R180 for six months**, to access training and complete assessments.