The PAS-1 is New Jersey’s combined property tax relief application. It allows seniors and disabled residents to apply for three major relief initiatives at once: Stay NJ, Senior Freeze, and ANCHOR. The application deadline is November 2, 2026, and can be submitted online or by mail.
Key Details for 2026
- What it covers: One application checks your eligibility for the Stay NJ property tax credit, the Senior Freeze (property tax reimbursement), and the ANCHOR program.
- Deadline: Must be filed by November 2, 2026.
- Where to file: Apply or check your status on the NJ Property Tax Relief Portal.
- Assistance: Call the Property Tax Relief Hotline at 1-888-238-1233.
Income Eligibility Limits
- Stay NJ: Homeowners must have incomes of $500,000 or less.
- Senior Freeze: Income must have been $168,268 or less in 2024 and $172,475 or less in 2025.
- ANCHOR: Maximum income is $250,000 for homeowners and $150,000 for tenants.
2026 Benefit Distribution Schedule
While you can—and should—apply now, benefit payouts are distributed on the state’s standard annual schedule:
- Senior Freeze: Distributions begin in July 2026.
- ANCHOR: Distributions begin in September 2026.
- Stay NJ: Payments are scheduled to begin in early 2027.
For more detailed information, visit the NJ Division of Taxation page.