HDFC Bank UPI RuPay Credit Card
RuPayHDFC UPI RuPay Credit Card works on UPI apps like PhonePe and Google Pay, earning 3% cashback on UPI spends and 1% on all others.
Welcome Benefit
500 cashback points on first UPI transaction.
Estimated value: ₹500
Condition: Welcome benefit is credited within 30–45 days of first transaction or after spending ₹500 within 90 days of card issuance.
Fees & Charges
Rewards & Earn Rates
Program: HDFC Reward Points (SmartBuy) (cashback) · 1 point = ₹0.5
| Category | Earn Rate |
|---|---|
| Non-UPI Spends | 1% cashback |
| UPI Transactions | 3% cashback on UPI (max ₹500/month) |
Monthly cashback capped as per category. Overall monthly cap ₹1,000.
Points expire after 36 months
Milestone Benefits
Annual fee of ₹500 is reversed on spending ₹1,00,000 or more in the preceding year.
Value: ₹500
Spend calculated from card anniversary date. All eligible transactions counted.
Lifestyle Benefits
E-commerce Partner Offers
Exclusive discounts and cashback offers on partner e-commerce platforms (Flipkart, Amazon, Myntra, Nykaa etc.) throughout the year.
via Flipkart / Amazon / Myntra
Value: ₹1,200
Insurance Cover
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In case of card loss or theft, you are not liable for any fraudulent transactions if you report the incident to the bank immediately. Zero liability protection applies 7 days prior to reporting.
Zero liability on fraudulent transactions reported within 7 days
Zero LiabilityForex & Fuel
Foreign currency markup of 3.5% is levied on all international transactions. DCC charges of 1% apply when merchant opts to charge in INR.
Eligibility
Salaried: ₹20,000+ per month. Age: 21–60. Existing HDFC Bank savings account preferred.
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Pros
- + No points conversion – direct cashback
- + Simple and transparent earning structure
- + Wide partner acceptance
Cons
- – Monthly cashback cap limits earnings for high spenders
- – Benefit may reduce over time with offer changes
The HDFC Bank UPI RuPay Credit Card is a entry-level credit card from HDFC Bank offering direct cashback on everyday spends. At ₹500/year, the card is easily justified through fee waivers and regular usage benefits.