05/18/2026
New Jersey’s PAS-1 application is not a single check, but a universal data form used to qualify residents for multiple state property tax relief programs. Payments are distributed on different, rolling schedules based on the specific program (Senior Freeze, ANCHOR, or Stay NJ) for which you qualify.1. Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)When it pays: Starting in mid-July.Details: Payments are mailed on a rolling basis to qualified applicants based on when the application was processed.2. ANCHOR Property Tax RebateWhen it pays: Starting in mid-September.Details: Rebates are distributed on a rolling basis, with most payments processed about 90 days after the application is completed.3. Stay NJ ProgramWhen it pays: Quarterly (February, May, August, November).Details: This program reimburses up to 50% of your property taxes (up to $6,500) through quarterly increments.How to Check Your Status:To see exactly when your specific relief funds are scheduled to disburse, you can track your account status and payments using the NJ Division of Taxation Property Tax Relief Benefit Status Inquiry by entering your Social Security Number and ZIP code.
