The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the full list of medical conditions linked to the highest rate of the daily living component of Personal Independence Payment, worth £114.60 a week in 2026/27.
PIP is a non-means-tested, tax-free benefit for people whose long-term physical or mental health condition affects everyday tasks or getting around.
As of April 2026, more than 3.7 million people in England and Wales were receiving PIP, while the latest DWP figures showed 3,926,015 entitlement cases in January 2026.
The benefit is split into two parts, daily living and mobility, and claimants can receive one, both or neither depending on the outcome of their assessment.
What the disability benefit payment is worth
For 2026/27, the enhanced daily living rate is £114.60 a week, while the standard daily living rate is £76.70 a week.
The mobility component is paid at £30.30 a week at the standard rate and £80 a week at the enhanced rate. Someone receiving both enhanced rates gets £194.60 a week in total.
DWP confirm list of 177 medical conditions that qualify for disability benefit
The DWP list includes a broad range of health problems across physical and mental health categories, including blood disorders, cancers, infectious diseases, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, neurological conditions, vision and hearing problems, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal conditions, liver disease, skin disorders, musculoskeletal problems, autoimmune disease, urinary and kidney conditions, endocrine disorders, respiratory conditions and more.
How to make a PIP claim
To start a PIP claim in England and Wales, applicants should call the DWP on 0800 917 2222. After that, they are sent a form asking how their condition affects them, and some people will also need an assessment by a health professional. The date of the first call matters because it can be used to backdate a successful claim.
The long list of conditions has drawn attention because it shows just how wide the reach of PIP can be, from common conditions such as asthma and arthritis to less visible illnesses and mental health disorders.
But eligibility is still assessed individually, and claimants are expected to provide detailed evidence such as GP letters or medical reports to support their application.
