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Axis Bank Cashback Credit Card

Axis Bank Cashback Credit Card

The Axis Bank Cashback Credit Card is designed for individuals who prefer online shopping and digital transactions. This credit card offers tiered cashback rewards with up to 7% cashback on online spends, making it particularly attractive for heavy online shoppers. The card provides automatic cashback credits without any minimum redemption requirements, along with additional benefits on travel, offline purchases, and utility bill payments. The card features a simple cashback structure where rewards are automatically credited to the statement before the next billing cycle, eliminating the need for manual redemption. With comprehensive cashback categories including online shopping, travel, dining, and utilities, this card caters to diverse spending patterns while offering dining privileges and complimentary lounge access.

Axis Bank Cashback Credit Card

Axis Bank Cashback Credit Card
Joining Fees
1000
Annual Fees
1000
Card Type
Cashback, Rewards
Network Type
Visa
  • Up to 7% Cashback on Online Spends: Maximum cap of ₹4,000 per statement month
  • Tiered Cashback Structure: 2% on spends up to ₹5,000, 5% on spends between ₹5,001 to ₹40,000, and 7% on spends above ₹40,000
  • 0.75% Base Cashback: On offline (POS) transactions and travel spends (both online and offline) with no capping
  • 0.5% Bonus Cashback on Utilities: On utility bill payments (MCCs 4816, 4899, 4900) capped at ₹100 per statement cycle
  • Automatic Cashback Credit: Credited before next statement date with no minimum redemption amount required
  • EazyDiner Discount: 15% instant discount up to ₹500 per month on minimum transaction value of ₹2,500 (applicable once per calendar month)
  • Axis Bank Dining Delights Program: Access to exceptional dining experiences at top restaurants across India
  • Complimentary Lounge Access: Benefits subject to eligibility criteria
  • Joining Fee: ₹1,000 + GST (levied only for new to card customers)
  • Annual Fee: ₹1,000 + GST (waived on eligible spends of ₹4 Lakhs or more during the anniversary year, excluding rent and wallet transactions)
  • Finance/Interest Charges: 3.75% per month (approximately 45% per annum) on unpaid balances
  • Cash Withdrawal Fee: 2.5% of cash amount with a minimum of ₹500
  • Fuel Surcharge: No fuel surcharge waiver available on this card
  • Late Payment Fee: Applicable as per bank's schedule; additional penalty of ₹100 if MAD is not paid for two consecutive billing cycles
  • Over-limit Fee: 2.5% of over-limit amount with a minimum of ₹500
  • Cash Payment at Branches: ₹100
  • Cheque Return/Dishonour Fee: 2% of payment amount (minimum ₹500)
  • Foreign Currency Markup: 3.5% + GST on international transactions
  • Dynamic Currency Conversion Markup: 1.5% on transactions
  • Reward Redemption Fee: Not applicable for automatic cashback credits on this card

Product Details

  • Credit Limit: Determined as per bank's policy and applicant's creditworthiness
  • Interest-Free Period: 20 to 50 days depending on the transaction date relative to statement generation date
  • Cashback Categories: Online shopping (up to 7%), offline/POS transactions (0.75%), travel (0.75%), utilities (0.5%)
  • Excluded Categories from Cashback: Transportation and tolls, insurance, educational institutions, jewellery, precious metals and watches, government institutions, wallet loads, rent payments, fuel transactions
  • Add-on Cards: Available for family members aged 18 years and above
  • EMI Conversion: Available on purchases for flexible repayment options
  • Activation: Can be done through Axis Mobile/Internet Banking or by calling 1860 419 5555/1860 500 5555
  • Statement Frequency: Monthly statements generated for transactions or outstanding amounts above ₹100
  • Minimum Amount Due (MAD): 100% of interest, fees, loans, taxes + 2% of purchases/cash withdrawals

Pros

  • Industry-Leading Cashback: 7% cashback on online spends above ₹40,000 monthly
  • Automatic Credit: Cashback credited automatically with no minimum redemption requirement
  • Unlimited Base Cashback: 0.75% cashback on offline and travel transactions with no capping
  • Utility Bill Benefits: 0.5% cashback on utility payments which many cards don't offer
  • Annual Fee Waiver: Available on ₹4 Lakhs annual spend
  • Dining Offers: EazyDiner discount for dining experiences
  • Simple Structure: Straightforward cashback structure without complex point systems

Cons

  • No Fuel Surcharge Waiver: Unlike many competitor cards
  • Complex Tiers: Tiered cashback structure may be difficult for some users to understand
  • High Spend Requirement: Requires significant monthly online spends (₹40,000+) to unlock maximum 7% cashback
  • Cashback Cap: Maximum monthly cashback capped at ₹4,000 on online spends
  • Multiple Exclusions: No cashback on rent, wallet loads, fuel, jewellery, education, and government transactions
  • Annual Fee: Relatively high annual fee of ₹1,000 compared to some cashback cards
  • High Interest Rate: 3.75% per month is on the higher side

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Age: Primary cardholders should be between 18 and 70 years of age

Residency: The individual should be a resident of India

Income: Regular source of income required (specific income criteria not specified on the official page)

Add-on Card Eligibility: Add-on cardholders must be at least 18 years old

Note: The above criteria are indicative only. The bank reserves the right to approve or decline applications for Axis Bank Cashback Credit Card. Additional card-specific eligibility criteria may apply at the bank’s discretion.

WELCOME BENEFITS

5,000 EDGE Reward Points worth ₹1,000 shall be awarded to the customer on the first spend transaction within 30 days of card issuance. This benefit is applicable to customers who have paid the joining fee.

Key Terms for Welcome Benefits:

  • These EDGE Reward Points will be auto-credited to the cardholder’s account
  • Welcome benefit is valid only once and is provided only to the primary cardholder
  • No minimum spend criteria required for the first transaction
  • Spends are cumulative of both primary and add-on cards
  • The first transaction from either primary or add-on card will be considered for the welcome benefit
  • Reward points can be redeemed through the Axis EDGE Rewards portal
  • This offer is not applicable for existing Axis Cashback cardholders or customers swapping from another Axis Bank credit card

CARD REVIEW

The Axis Bank Cashback Credit Card is best suited for heavy online shoppers who consistently spend over ₹40,000 monthly on digital platforms. The tiered cashback structure, while rewarding high spenders with up to 7% returns, may offer limited value to those with modest spending patterns. The card delivers excellent value for money if you can maintain monthly online spends above ₹40,000 and achieve the ₹4 lakh annual spend for fee waiver. The automatic cashback credit system is convenient, eliminating redemption hassles. However, the absence of fuel surcharge waivers, multiple category exclusions, and relatively high interest rates are notable limitations. The card works best when paired with other cards for excluded categories like fuel and rent.

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