VASRD 8105 · Neurological Conditions
Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) at 80% VA Disability Rating
1 major seizure every 3 months
80%: single veteran, no dependents
$2,102.15
$25,225.80/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
80% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) rated at 80%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $2,102.15 |
| With spouse | $2,277.15 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $2,406.15 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $2,493.15 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $2,219.15 |
Lower tier
40% Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)
$795.84 /mo single
Higher tier
100% Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)
$3,938.58 /mo single
Common questions about 80% for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)
- How much does a 80% VA rating for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) pay?
- A single veteran rated 80% for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) receives $2,102.15 per month ($25,225.80/year) under the 2026 VA rates, effective December 1, 2025. VA disability compensation is tax-free. With a spouse and one child, the monthly amount is $2,406.15.
- What does it take to get a 80% rating for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)?
- 1 major seizure every 3 months
- What's the difference between 80% and 100% for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)?
- 80%: 1 major seizure every 3 months 100%: 1 major seizure per month on medication
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 80%?
- Yes. If a condition like Memory problems is service-connected as secondary to Convulsive disorders (epilepsy), the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 80% alone.
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Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) are on the main condition page.
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