Can You Get PIP and Universal Credit Together?

Yes, you can absolutely get PIP and Universal Credit at the same time. PIP is completely separate from UC - it is not counted as income and does not reduce your UC payments. In fact, getting PIP can INCREASE your UC because it unlocks the disability premium.

PIP Does Not Affect UC Payments

PIP is paid on top of Universal Credit. It is not treated as income, so your UC stays the same regardless of how much PIP you receive. You could get enhanced rate of both PIP components (over £798/month) and your UC would not change at all.

How PIP Can Increase Your UC

Getting any PIP award can unlock the Limited Capability for Work Related Activity (LCWRA) element on UC, which is worth an extra £416.19 per month. If you have PIP, you may be able to get LCWRA without a separate Work Capability Assessment. This means:

• No requirement to look for work or attend job centre appointments
• Extra £416.19/month on your UC
• Reduced conditionality

Other Benefits You Can Claim Alongside PIP

Carer's Allowance - If someone looks after you for 35+ hours per week and you get the daily living component of PIP, they may be able to claim Carer's Allowance (£81.90/week).

Council Tax Reduction - PIP can qualify you for a council tax discount. Contact your local council.

Blue Badge - If you get the enhanced mobility component, you automatically qualify. Standard mobility may also qualify depending on your council.

Motability - Enhanced mobility rate qualifies you to lease a car, scooter, or powered wheelchair through the Motability scheme.

Do I Need to Report PIP to UC?

You don't need to report PIP income to UC because it is not counted. However, you should tell your UC work coach that you have applied for or been awarded PIP, because it may affect your work requirements and unlock LCWRA.