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What is the new process for NDIS plan reassessments

Writer: S Patel - Founder ELS
S Patel - Founder ELS
Sep 28
2 min read

Support coordinators can't process the plan reassessment request you lodged the usual way because the new NDIS laws came into effect on 27 August 2026.


Under these laws, a participant can't give consent for another person, such as a provider, to request a plan reassessment on their behalf. The participant, their plan nominee, child representative, or legal guardian must complete it and include recent evidence (usually within 4 months) showing the change.


NDIA has released a new form for this purpose: the Plan Reassessment Form.


A Plan Reassessment Request Form is the official NDIS form used when a participant needs a new NDIS plan because their support needs have significantly and ongoingly changed.


The details to be completed in this new form are as follows -


Overview

A Plan Reassessment Request Form is required when your current NDIS plan no longer meets your disability support needs due to a significant and ongoing change in areas such as:


This form is not used for minor or short‑term changes (those use a Plan Variation Request Form). National Disability Insurance Agency


When to start using this new process for NDIS plan reassessments

You use the new process and submit this form when:

  • You request a plan review after the new law came into effect on 27 August 2026.

  • Your disability support needs have changed substantially and permanently.

  • You need more, less, or different NDIS supports.

  • You do not have a regular check‑in coming up.

    More details here - National Disability Insurance Agency


Who Can Submit the form

Only the following can lodge the form:

  • The participant

  • A plan nominee

  • A child representative

  • A legal guardian

    Providers cannot submit it, even with consent.


Evidence Required

The form must include recent evidence (typically within 4 months) showing the significant change. This may include:


How to return the form once it is completed

  • You can return this form by submitting a new inquiry through the NDIS Service Hub. Make sure you upload the completed form to the inquiry

  • Sending it via post to: NDIA, GPO Box 700, Canberra ACT 2601

  • Giving it in person by visiting a local area coordinator, early childhood partner, or NDIS office in your area.


What Happens After Submission

  • The NDIA has 90 days to decide whether to reassess your plan, vary it, or leave it unchanged.

  • If the NDIS doesn't decide within 90 days, the request is considered declined.

  • You can keep using your current plan while you wait.


A Plan Reassessment Request Form ensures the NDIS can update your plan, so it continues to meet your disability‑related support needs when major changes occur.

 

 
 
 

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