Benefits for Students in Scotland Handbook 2020/21Part 1: Benefits and tax creditsChapter 10: Personal independence payment 1. What is personal independence payment
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1. What is personal independence payment
Personal independence payment (PIP) is a benefit for people with a disability. It is replacing disability living allowance (DLA) for people of working age.
If you are already on DLA and are of working age, you will be assessed for PIP at some point. If you were 65 or over on 8 April 2013, you remain on DLA. If you are getting DLA and are of working age, you must claim PIP instead if you are invited to do so, or if your DLA award is due for renewal, you have a change of circumstances or if you turn 18.
PIP is not means tested, so it is not reduced because of your student support or other income. It comprises two components: for daily living and mobility. Each component has two rates: a standard rate and an enhanced rate.