National NDIS Price Guide 2026 and Your Funding Plan

The NDIS Price Guide 2026 is the official list of the most a provider can charge for your supports. We use these rules to make sure your NDIS plan stays fair and your money lasts for the whole year.

TL;DR: What You Need to Know

The NDIS updates its price limits every year to keep up with the cost of living and wages. In 2026, most core supports saw a price rise of 4.36% to help pay for great support workers. There are also new rules for travel and therapy that you need to know so you do not get overcharged.

You do not have to memorise every line item in the 100-page guide. A plan manager like Kera’s Plan Management does that for you. We check every bill against the 2026 Support Catalogue. We also help you prepare for the new "Support Needs Assessment" coming in mid-2026. This keeps your funding safe while the rules change.

What is the NDIS Price Guide 2026?

The NDIS Price Guide 2026 is a document that sets the price ceiling for disability services in Australia. It ensures that providers across Gippsland, Pakenham, and the rest of the country charge the same fair rates.

We found that the NDIA now calls this the "NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits." It is a long list of codes and costs for everything from cleaning to high-tech wheelchairs. Registered providers must follow these limits when they bill a plan-managed or agency-managed participant.

What are the current hourly rates for 2026?

Hourly rates for 2026 reflect the latest Fair Work Commission decisions and wage increases. These rates apply to your support workers, therapists, and even your plan manager.

Therapy rates for things like Psychology and Physiotherapy are now standardised across most of Australia. This means you pay the same amount whether you live in a big city or a regional town. However, some remote areas still have a "loading" fee because it costs more to deliver services there.

2026 Popular Support Price Limits

How does the 2026 "New Framework" change pricing?

From mid-2026, the NDIS is moving to a new way of planning that focuses on your total support needs. This means your budget might look a bit different than it did last year.

The new framework uses the I-CAN v6 assessment tool. Instead of having a tiny budget for every single task, you will get a larger "Flexible Budget" for your daily life. This gives you more choice in how you pay your providers as long as you stay under the 2026 price limits.

We found that this change reduces the need for expensive therapist reports. You spend less time proving you need help and more time using your funding. Your plan manager helps you transition to this new flexible style without losing track of your goals.

What can providers charge for travel in 2026?

Providers can charge for the time they spend driving to your home, but there are strict 2026 caps on these fees. These rules stop your budget from being drained by a therapist's long commute.

For therapy supports, travel labour is now capped at 50% of the hourly rate. If a physio charges $193.99 per hour, they can only charge $97.00 per hour for the time spent driving. There are also "non-labour" costs like tolls and parking that you must agree to in your service agreement.

We suggest you always ask for a travel estimate before you sign a new contract. We audit every travel claim to ensure it matches the 2026 NDIS Pricing Arrangements. This keeps more money in your plan for actual therapy sessions.

Why are Plan Management fees important in 2026?

The NDIS pays a set monthly fee for plan management so you do not have to pay anything out of your own pocket. In 2026, this fee is $104.45 per month.

This fee covers the cost of an expert like Kera’s Plan Management to handle your money. We pay your invoices, protect you from overcharging, and keep your records safe for the NDIA. It is a separate part of your plan, so it does not take money away from your other supports.

You can view our NDIS plan management services to see the value we add. We provide more than just bill paying. We give you expert guidance on the ever-changing 2026 rules.

How to use the 2026 Support Catalogue?

The 2026 Support Catalogue is a giant Excel file that lists every possible NDIS service. You use it to find the specific "Line Item" code for your supports.

You do not need to be an expert in this file to manage your plan. We use it every day to verify that your providers are using the right codes. If a provider uses the wrong code, the NDIS portal might reject the payment.

If you want to look yourself, you can find the official NDIS Pricing Arrangements on the NDIS website. It is the best place for the most up-to-date documents. We can help you translate the technical jargon into plain English.

Why choose a boutique plan manager in 2026?

A small, personal plan manager is your best defence against the complex 2026 pricing changes. We know your name and we know your plan goals.

Kera has over 10 years of experience in disability support and worked on the NDIS rollout. She knows how the "New Framework" planning works from the inside. We focus on being a direct point of contact for families in Gippsland and Bass Coast who are tired of big call centres.

We catch billing errors that big automated systems might miss. We advocate for you if a provider tries to charge above the 2026 price limits. If you want a partner who cares about your budget, contact Kera’s Plan Management today.

NDIS Price Guide 2026 FAQ

Can a provider charge more than the price guide?

Registered providers cannot charge more than the NDIS price limits for any support. If you are plan-managed, we will stop any payment that is too high. You can negotiate a lower price, but never a higher one.

Does the price guide apply to unregistered providers?

If you are plan-managed, your unregistered providers must still stay under the NDIS price limits. We cannot pay an invoice that exceeds the official cap. This rule is in place to protect your funding from being used up too fast.

What is "Indexation" in the 2026 guide?

Indexation is a yearly price increase that happens on July 1st. It accounts for the rising cost of wages and inflation. In 2026, the indexation was 4.36% for most core services. This ensures your support workers are paid fairly.

How do I report overcharging?

If you think a provider is charging too much, you should first talk to them. If that does not work, you can contact the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. They protect your rights and investigate unfair billing.

Will my plan budget increase when prices go up?

Usually, the NDIS automatically increases your remaining budget when the price guide changes on July 1st. This ensures you do not lose any hours of support. You can read more aboutsupports funded by the NDIS to see how this works.