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Over time, this card has established itself as a reliable option for customers who prioritize real cashback over complicated points systems, making it one of India’s most straightforward and rewarding credit cards for online spending.
Over time, this card has established itself as a reliable option for customers who prioritize real cashback over complicated points systems, making it one of India’s most straightforward and rewarding credit cards for online spending.
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=== Charges ===


== Charges ==
* '''Annual Fee''': ₹999 + GST (renewable annually)
* '''Annual Fee''': ₹999 + GST (renewable annually)
* '''Joining Fee''': ₹999 + GST
* '''Joining Fee''': ₹999 + GST


'''Annual Fee Waiver Condition'''
== '''Annual Fee Waiver Condition''' ==
 
To reward loyal customers, SBI Card waives the renewal fee if the cardholder spends ₹2 lakhs or more in the previous membership year.
To reward loyal customers, SBI Card waives the renewal fee if the cardholder spends ₹2 lakhs or more in the previous membership year.
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=== Welcome & Renewal Benefits ===
== Welcome & Renewal Benefits ==
There are no gift vouchers or reward points awarded as welcome or renewal benefits. The core benefit remains cashback on eligible spends, auto-credited monthly to the card statement.
There are no gift vouchers or reward points awarded as welcome or renewal benefits. The core benefit remains cashback on eligible spends, auto-credited monthly to the card statement.
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=== Key Features & Benefits ===
== Key Features & Benefits ==


==== Cashback Program ====
=== Fuel Surcharge Waiver ===
* 1% waiver on fuel surcharge at all fuel stations in India.
* Eligible on transactions between ₹500 and ₹3,000.
* Maximum waiver: ₹100 per billing cycle.
* No cashback is applicable on fuel transactions.


=== Foreign Currency Markup ===
A standard foreign transaction fee of '''3.5% + GST''', applicable on all international purchases made in foreign currency.
=== Zero Lost Card Liability ===
If the card is lost or stolen and reported promptly, the cardholder is not liable for any fraudulent transactions that occur post-reporting.
== Cashback Credit Program ==
=== A. Cashback Earning ===
* Earn '''5% cashback''' on all eligible '''online spends''', including Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Ajio, Nykaa, and others.
* Earn '''5% cashback''' on all eligible '''online spends''', including Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Ajio, Nykaa, and others.
* Earn '''1% cashback''' on all '''other spends''', including offline and miscellaneous transactions.
* Earn '''1% cashback''' on all '''other spends''', including offline and miscellaneous transactions.
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* Maximum cashback per billing cycle: ₹5,000.
* Maximum cashback per billing cycle: ₹5,000.


==== Cashback Exclusions ====
=== B. Cashback Exclusions ===
Cashback is not applicable on the following transaction types:
Cashback is not applicable on the following transaction types:


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Note: Cashback eligibility is determined based on Merchant Category Codes (MCCs).
Note: Cashback eligibility is determined based on Merchant Category Codes (MCCs).


==== Fuel Surcharge Waiver ====
== Eligibility Criteria ==
 
* 1% waiver on fuel surcharge at all fuel stations in India.
* Eligible on transactions between ₹500 and ₹3,000.
* Maximum waiver: ₹100 per billing cycle.
* No cashback is applicable on fuel transactions.
 
==== Foreign Currency Markup ====
A standard foreign transaction fee of '''3.5% + GST''', applicable on all international purchases made in foreign currency.
 
==== Zero Lost Card Liability ====
If the card is lost or stolen and reported promptly, the cardholder is not liable for any fraudulent transactions that occur post-reporting.
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=== Cashback Credit Program ===
 
==== A. Cashback Earning ====
 
* 5% cashback on all eligible online transactions
* 1% cashback on all other eligible transactions
* Maximum cashback capped at ₹5,000 per billing cycle
* Cashback will be auto-credited within 2 days of the statement generation date
 
==== B. Cashback Terms & Conditions ====
 
# Cashback is not awarded on:
#* Fuel, insurance, rent, utilities, wallet reloads, government/education payments, EMI transactions
# Transactions are classified based on MCCs and SBI Card’s internal systems
# Cashback is reversed if the transaction is returned, refunded, or converted to EMI
# Minimum transaction value for cashback eligibility: ₹1 (except for excluded categories)
 
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=== Eligibility Criteria ===


==== For Salaried (Non-Government Employees) ====
==== For Salaried (Non-Government Employees) ====
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* Must be an Indian resident with valid KYC documents
* Must be an Indian resident with valid KYC documents
* Credit score and approval subject to internal SBI Card policy
* Credit score and approval subject to internal SBI Card policy
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=== How to Apply ===
=== How to Apply ===
 
You can only apply online for this credit card. Apply directly via https://www.technofino.in/takeme/sbi-cb-tfc
* '''Online''': Apply directly via www.sbicard.com
* '''Offline''': Visit any SBI branch or approach an authorized representative
* '''Approval Time''': Usually 1–3 business days post KYC and eligibility check
 
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=== Why Choose the SBI Cashback Credit Card? ===
 
* Works across '''all major online platforms''' — no merchant restrictions
* '''Flat 5% cashback''' structure with '''automatic credit'''
* No need to redeem points or track reward conversions
* Simple and transparent — ideal for multi-platform online shoppers
* Consistent monthly savings for everyday spenders
 
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=== Summary ===
The SBI Cashback Credit Card is a feature-packed yet easy-to-use card for modern Indian consumers who value real money savings on their online spends. With its flat-rate 5% cashback, broad platform coverage, automatic crediting system, and low annual fee, it is a practical and rewarding choice for anyone seeking value without complexity.