USDA FNS issuance schedule · checked October 16, 2026

Tennessee SNAP payment schedule 2026: food stamp deposit dates

Tennessee loads SNAP benefits onto the Tennessee EBT Card on 1st–20th of the month, based on the last two digits of the head of household's Social Security number. Enter yours to see your date this month and the next three.

Every month

Tennessee SNAP schedule

Last two digits of your SSN	Benefits available
00-04	1st of the month
05-09	2nd of the month
10-14	3rd of the month
15-19	4th of the month
20-24	5th of the month
25-29	6th of the month
30-34	7th of the month
35-39	8th of the month
40-44	9th of the month
45-49	10th of the month
50-54	11th of the month
55-59	12th of the month
60-64	13th of the month
65-69	14th of the month
70-74	15th of the month
75-79	16th of the month
80-84	17th of the month
85-89	18th of the month
90-94	19th of the month
95-99	20th of the month

Card and contacts

Tennessee EBT card, balance and office

Program name	Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
EBT card	Tennessee EBT Card
EBT customer service (balance, lost card)	888-997-9444
Balance and transactions online	ebtEDGE
State SNAP page	tennessee.gov
Apply or renew	onedhs.tn.gov

How reliable is this date?

Tennessee's rule above is the one in the USDA Food and Nutrition Service state-by-state issuance schedule (text last revised November 4, 2021). We did not find the schedule on the state's own site, so confirm it with your approval notice or the EBT customer service line. The first month after approval is often paid on another day; the schedule applies from the month after.

FAQ

Tennessee SNAP questions

When is SNAP deposited in Tennessee?

Tennessee deposits SNAP benefits between the 1st and the 20th of the month, based on the last two digits of the head of household's Social Security number. Enter yours above to see the exact date.

What is the EBT card called in Tennessee?

Tennessee EBT Card. Its customer service line is 888-997-9444.

How do I check my Tennessee EBT balance?

Online or in the app at ebtEDGE, or by calling 888-997-9444. The balance is also printed on your last store receipt.

Does the date change if it falls on a weekend?

Tennessee's published rule names a calendar day and does not mention weekends; in most states the deposit still posts on that day. Check your balance the morning of your date.

How do I apply for SNAP in Tennessee?

Online through the state's application portal (linked on this page), by phone or at a local office. The state must decide within 30 days, or within 7 days for households that qualify for expedited benefits.

SNAP schedules

Other states

Sources

Checked October 16, 2026. 77.today is not a government site and is not affiliated with USDA or the Tennessee SNAP agency.