HDFC, ICICI to hike banking charges and credit card fees: What you need to know

Published : Jun 03, 2025, 11:41 AM IST

Banking Charges: Several banks, including HDFC and ICICI, have announced increased credit card charges. Additional fees will apply to transactions like online gaming, digital wallet, and utility payments.

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Credit card charges

Bad news for bank customers. Credit card charges are going up. Many people rely on credit cards, and almost everyone makes online payments.

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Increased fees

Banks announce increased fees for services. Increased costs for online gaming, digital wallets, and utility payments.

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Gaming fees

1% charge on monthly spending over Rs 10,000 on online skill-based gaming platforms. Gaming fees capped at Rs 4,999 per month, no reward points offered.

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Utility payments

Insurance payments not considered utility payments, no extra charges apply. Max charge for rent, fuel, education revised to Rs 4,999; 1% rent payment charge unchanged.

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Educational payments

No charges for direct education payments via official websites or card machines. HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank have changed their charges.

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ICICI Bank:

Rs 23 charge after three free ATM transactions, Rs 8.5 for non-financial transactions. ICICI Bank increases annual debit card fee from Rs 200 to Rs 300.

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