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IDFC FIRST Power

IDFC FIRST Power

Annual Fee

₹199

Rewards/₹100

₹0.33 - ₹3.02

Normalized to balance base rate with bonus categories

Interest Rate

46.20%

Credit Score

750+

At a Glance

Key Benefits

Up to 5% fuel savings, 2.5% grocery/utility, insurance, RSA

Lounge Access

No lounge access on base Power variant

Eligibility

Min income Rs.3L p.a., age 21-65, CIBIL 750+

Quick Analysis

The IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card is an excellent entry-level fuel card for regular HPCL customers. With up to 5% fuel savings, 2.5% on groceries and utilities, never-expiring points, and comprehensive insurance, it delivers solid value for its Rs.199 annual fee. However, the lack of lounge access and high forex markup means it works best as a dedicated fuel and daily expenses card rather than a primary card for all spending.

Pros

  • Up to 5% savings on HPCL fuel with HP Pay App
  • Low annual fee of Rs.199 with easy waiver at Rs.50K spend
  • Never-expiring reward points
  • 2.5% savings on grocery, utility and FASTag
  • Interest-free ATM cash withdrawal for up to 45 days
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage including personal accident

Cons

  • No airport lounge access on base variant
  • Fuel savings limited to HPCL stations only
  • High forex markup of 3.5%
  • Reward caps on fuel, grocery and utility categories

Best For

Regular HPCL fuel users looking for a low-fee fuel card with savings on everyday expenses including grocery, utility, and FASTag recharges.

Not Ideal For

Users who need international spends benefits, airport lounge access, premium lifestyle perks, or prefer non-HPCL fuel stations.

Quick Details

Annual Fee
₹199 #2
Joining Fee
₹199 #3
Interest Rate
46.20% p.a. #87
Forex Markup
3.50% #27
Fuel Surcharge Waiver 1.00% (₹200.00-₹5000.00)
Rewards/₹100
₹0.33 - ₹3.02 #23
Reward Type Reward Points
Points Expiry Never Expire
Reward Currency Points
Min Credit Score These are observed patterns, not bank-published rules.
750+ #50
Min Annual Income These are observed patterns, not bank-published rules. ₹3,00,000
Network RUPAY
Card Tier classic
Card Replacement Fee ₹199
custom 1.00%
custom 1.00%
custom 1.00% (min ₹249)
custom 1.00%
Late Payment Fee 15.00% (min ₹100)
Foreign Currency Markup 3.50%
Cheque Return Fee 2.00% (min ₹500)
Reward Redemption Fee ₹99
Rent Payment Fee 1.00% (min ₹249)
Railway Booking Fee 1.00%
Fee Waiver on Spend ₹50,000/yr

Card Features

Contactless International Usage EMI Conversion Balance Transfer Add-on Cards (3)

Reward Structure

Base

All Spends

₹0.33 /₹100
Partner

Hpcl

₹3.50 /₹100
Cat

Grocery

₹2.50 /₹100
Cat

Utility Bills

₹2.50 /₹100
Cat

IDFC FIRST FASTag Recharge

₹2.50 /₹100
Accel

Travel

₹8.67 /₹100
Accel

Flight Bookings via IDFC FIRST App

₹5.33 /₹100
Partner

HP Pay App Fuel Payments (Happy Coins)

₹1.50 /₹100
Cat

Online

₹0.33 /₹100

No Rewards On

Wallet Loads Rent Payments Insurance EMI Transactions

Reward Redemption

Redeem your points for cashback, travel, and more

Best

FIRST Rewards Gallery - Flights

Flight Booking (Portal)
₹0.25/point

Redeem via IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile App. Monthly cap of 1,00,000 RP. Annual cap of 2,00,000 RP. Up to 70% of booking value can be paid via RP.

Best

FIRST Rewards Gallery - Hotels

Hotel Booking (Portal)
₹0.25/point

Redeem via IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile App. Monthly cap of 1,00,000 RP. Annual cap of 2,00,000 RP. Up to 70% of booking value can be paid via RP.

Best

Pay with Reward Points at Merchants

Other
₹0.25/point

Pay for both online and offline transactions at select merchants instantly with Reward Points.

Brand Vouchers via Rewards Portal

Gift Cards / Vouchers
₹0.25/point

Redeem for membership and gift vouchers of favourite brands via IDFC FIRST Bank Rewards Redemption portal.

Rewards Redemption Catalogue

Merchandise / Products
₹0.25/point

Redeem for products from IDFC Bank Reward Redemption Catalog portal.

Milestone Benefits

Welcome Bonus

Rs.250 gift voucher on 1st HPCL fuel transaction of Rs.250 or above within 60 days of card setup. Note: For cards set up before June 10, 2025, the benefit was given as cashback.

Spend ₹250 within 60 days

₹250

value

Welcome Bonus

5% cashback (up to Rs.1,000) on the transaction value of 1st EMI conversion within 30 days of card setup

Spend ₹2,500 within 30 days

₹1,000

value

Welcome Bonus

Exciting merchant offers worth Rs.1,000+ available via IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile App rewards section

₹1,000

value

Annual Benefit

Annual fee of Rs.199 reversed on spending Rs.50,000 or more in the previous anniversary year

Spend ₹50,000 within 365 days

₹199

value

Milestone

Earn up to 10,000 Reward Points (Rs.2,500) by referring friends - 2,000 Reward Points for every successful card setup

₹2,500

value

Lifestyle Perks

Custom

4 /year

100.00% off

Complimentary Roadside Assistance worth Rs.1,399 via Global Assure - includes towing, battery jump start, tyre change, fuel delivery, key arrangement

Dining

20.00% off

Up to 20% dining discounts across 1,500+ partner restaurants

Fitness

15.00% off

Up to 15% discount on 3,000+ health and wellness outlets

Category Rankings

See how this card performs in different spending categories compared to other cards.

Fuel #3 /16
6.0000-14.0000 pts/₹100 Top 19%
Grocery #3 /49
10.0000 pts/₹100 Top 7%
Hpcl #1 /1
14.0000 pts/₹100 Top 100%
Online #48 /57
1.3333 pts/₹100 Top 85%
Travel #3 /45
10.0000-34.6667 pts/₹100 Top 7%
Utility Bills #3 /41
10.0000-21.3333 pts/₹100 Top 8%

The IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card is a co-branded fuel credit card launched in partnership with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL). Built on the RuPay network, this card is designed for regular commuters and HPCL fuel loyalists who want to maximise savings on fuel, grocery, utility and everyday expenses.

With a low annual fee of just Rs.199 and the potential to save up to Rs.7,000 annually, the FIRST Power Credit Card offers compelling value for budget-conscious consumers. The card features never-expiring reward points, interest-free ATM cash withdrawals, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

What is IDFC FIRST Power?

The IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card is an entry-level fuel rewards credit card issued by IDFC FIRST Bank in association with HPCL. It is part of the Power Series which also includes the higher-tier FIRST Power+ Credit Card.

  • Co-branded RuPay credit card with HPCL
  • Up to 5% savings on HPCL fuel expenses (3.5% via reward points + 1.5% via HP Pay Happy Coins)
  • 2.5% savings on grocery, utility and FASTag recharges
  • 2X reward points on all UPI and other retail transactions
  • Bonus reward points on flight and hotel bookings via IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile App
  • Never-expiring reward points (1 Reward Point = Rs.0.25)
  • Low annual fee of Rs.199 with waiver on Rs.50,000 spend

Fuel Savings (Up to 5%)

  • 3.5% savings via Reward Points: Earn 21X Reward Points (21 RP per Rs.150 spent) on HPCL fuel transactions, capped at 700 RP (Rs.175) per statement cycle on spends up to Rs.5,000
  • 1.5% savings via HP Pay App: Earn 6 Happy Coins per Rs.100 spent through HP Pay App wallet upload or Pay by QR at HPCL stations, capped at 600 Happy Coins per month
  • 1% Fuel Surcharge Waiver: On fuel transactions between Rs.200 and Rs.5,000, capped at Rs.200 per statement cycle

Grocery and Utility Savings (2.5%)

  • 15X Reward Points (15 RP per Rs.150 spent) on grocery and utility transactions
  • Capped at 400 Reward Points (Rs.100) per statement cycle on spends up to Rs.4,000

FASTag Recharge Savings (2.5%)

  • 15X Reward Points on IDFC FIRST FASTag recharges via IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile App or FIRST Forward App
  • Capped at 200 Reward Points (Rs.50) per statement cycle on spends up to Rs.2,000

UPI and Other Retail Rewards

  • 2X Reward Points (2 RP per Rs.150 spent) on all UPI and other retail transactions
  • No monthly capping on these reward points
  • UPI rewards exclude fuel, insurance, EMI, utility, grocery and FASTag spends

Travel Bookings via IDFC FIRST App

  • Hotel Bookings: 52X total Reward Points (50X bonus + 2X base) per Rs.150 spent - 8.67% savings
  • Flight Bookings: 32X total Reward Points (30X bonus + 2X base) per Rs.150 spent - 5.33% savings
  • Monthly cap of 8,000 bonus Reward Points
  • Book via FIRST Rewards Gallery section on IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile App

Insurance Coverage

  • Personal Accident Cover: Rs.2,00,000
  • Credit Shield Cover: Rs.50,000
  • Lost Card Liability Cover: Rs.25,000
  • Purchase Protection: Rs.25,000

Roadside Assistance

  • Complimentary RSA worth Rs.1,399, up to 4 times per year via Global Assure
  • Includes towing (up to 50 km), battery jump start, tyre change, fuel delivery, key arrangement, and ambulance referral

Other Benefits

  • Up to 20% dining discounts across 1,500+ restaurants
  • Up to 15% discount on 3,000+ health and wellness outlets
  • Contactless payments for transactions under Rs.5,000
  • EMI conversion facility for purchases and balances
  • Add-on cards available

Welcome Benefits (Worth up to Rs.2,250)

  • HPCL Fuel Gift Voucher: Rs.250 gift voucher on 1st HPCL fuel transaction of Rs.250 or above within 60 days of card setup
  • EMI Cashback: 5% cashback up to Rs.1,000 on the transaction value of 1st EMI conversion (min Rs.2,500 transaction, 6+ month tenure) within 30 days of card setup
  • Merchant Offers: Exciting merchant offers worth Rs.1,000+ available via IDFC FIRST Mobile Banking App rewards section

Annual Fee Waiver

  • Annual fee of Rs.199 is reversed on spending Rs.50,000 or more in the previous anniversary year
  • Spends milestone includes all purchases excluding ATM cash withdrawals, balance transfers, monthly EMIs, fees and charges, net of reversals/refunds

Referral Benefits

  • Earn up to 10,000 Reward Points (Rs.2,500) by referring friends
  • 2,000 Reward Points for every successful card setup

Airport Lounge Access

The IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card does not offer domestic or international airport lounge access. This is exclusive to the higher-tier IDFC FIRST Power+ Credit Card, which provides quarterly domestic lounge access on minimum monthly spends of Rs.20,000.

Earning Structure

The IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card uses a tiered reward points system where 1 Reward Point = Rs.0.25. Minimum transaction value of Rs.150 is required to earn rewards.

  • HPCL Fuel: 21X RP per Rs.150 (3.5% savings, max Rs.175/month)
  • HP Pay App: Additional 6 Happy Coins per Rs.100 (1.5% savings, max Rs.150/month)
  • Grocery and Utility: 15X RP per Rs.150 (2.5% savings, max Rs.100/month)
  • FASTag Recharge: 15X RP per Rs.150 (2.5% savings, max Rs.50/month)
  • Hotels via IDFC App: 52X RP per Rs.150 (8.67% savings, max 8,000 bonus RP/month)
  • Flights via IDFC App: 32X RP per Rs.150 (5.33% savings, max 8,000 bonus RP/month)
  • All Other Spends and UPI: 2X RP per Rs.150 (0.33% savings, no cap)

Excluded Categories

Reward points are not earned on EMI transactions, ATM cash withdrawals, insurance premium payments, rent payments, and wallet loads.

Redemption Options

  • Flight and hotel bookings via FIRST Rewards Gallery on IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile App (up to 70% of booking value, monthly cap 1,00,000 RP, annual cap 2,00,000 RP)
  • Brand vouchers and gift cards via rewards portal
  • Products from the Rewards Redemption Catalogue
  • Pay directly at select merchants using Reward Points

Points Expiry

Reward points on the IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card never expire.

Fees & Charges

Fee TypeAmount
Joining FeeRs.199 + GST
Annual FeeRs.199 + GST (waived on Rs.50,000 annual spend)
Add-on Card FeeRs.499 (joining and annual)
Interest Rate (APR)8.5% to 46.2% per annum (0.71% to 3.85% per month)
Overdue Interest47.88% per annum (3.99% per month)
Late Payment Charges15% of Total Amount Due (min Rs.100, max Rs.1,300)
Over-limit Charges2.5% of over-limit amount (min Rs.550)
Cash Advance FeeRs.199 per transaction (interest-free for up to 45 days)
Foreign Currency Fee3.5% of transaction amount
Card Replacement FeeRs.199
Cheque Return/Payment Dishonour2% of payment amount (min Rs.500)
Reward Redemption FeeRs.99 per redemption
Rent Payment Fee1% of transaction value (min Rs.249)
Fuel Fee1% on fuel spends exceeding Rs.30,000 per statement cycle
Utility Fee1% on utility spends exceeding Rs.20,000 per statement cycle
Railway Transaction Fee1% on railway spends exceeding Rs.25,000 per statement cycle
Education Payment Fee1% via third-party apps (min Rs.249)
Duplicate StatementNil
Outstation Cheque ProcessingNil

Basic Requirements

  • Indian citizen
  • Age: 21 to 65 years
  • Annual income: Rs.3,00,000 or more (salaried or self-employed)
  • CIBIL score: 750 or above recommended
  • Credit utilisation ratio within acceptable limits

Employment

  • Both salaried and self-employed individuals are eligible

Proof of Identity (Any one)

  • PAN Card
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport
  • Driving License
  • Voter ID
  • Overseas Citizen of India Card
  • NREGA Job Card
  • Letters issued by UIDAI

Proof of Address (Any one)

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport
  • Driving License
  • Utility Bill (not more than 3 months old)
  • Ration Card
  • Property Registration Document
  • Bank Account Statement

Proof of Income (Any one)

  • Latest 1-2 salary slips (not more than 3 months old)
  • Latest Form 16
  • Last 3 months bank statement
  • Income Tax Returns (ITR) copy

Online Application

  1. Visit the IDFC FIRST Bank website and navigate to Credit Cards
  2. Select the FIRST Power Credit Card
  3. Enter your mobile number and verify via OTP
  4. Fill in personal details including name, date of birth, and contact information
  5. Provide income and employment details
  6. Review, accept terms and conditions, and submit

Mobile Banking App

  1. Open the IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile Banking App
  2. Navigate to the Credit Cards section
  3. Select the FIRST Power Credit Card and click Apply
  4. Follow the on-screen application process

Branch Application

  1. Visit the nearest IDFC FIRST Bank branch
  2. Request the FIRST Power Credit Card application form
  3. Submit with required documents

At HPCL Fuel Stations

You can also apply at select HPCL fuel stations and pumps.

Conclusion

The IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card is a well-designed entry-level fuel card that delivers meaningful savings for regular HPCL customers. With up to 5% savings on HPCL fuel, 2.5% on grocery and utility expenses, and bonus rewards on travel bookings via the bank app, it offers broader value than many competing fuel cards at a fraction of the cost.

At just Rs.199 annual fee (easily waivable at Rs.50,000 spend), never-expiring reward points, interest-free ATM withdrawals, and comprehensive insurance coverage, the card represents excellent value for money. However, it is best suited as a supplementary card for HPCL loyalists rather than a primary spending card, given its limited lounge access and high forex markup.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the joining fee for the IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card?
The joining fee is Rs.199 plus applicable GST. Payment of joining fee plus GST is required for activation and dispatch of the card.
What is the annual fee and how can it be waived?
The annual fee is Rs.199 plus applicable GST. It is reversed if you spend Rs.50,000 or more in the previous anniversary year. The spends milestone includes all purchases excluding ATM cash withdrawals, balance transfers, monthly EMIs, fees and charges, net of reversals and refunds.
How are reward points earned on HPCL fuel purchases?
You earn 21X Reward Points (21 RP per Rs.150 spent) on HPCL fuel transactions, which translates to 3.5% savings. Maximum earning is capped at 700 Reward Points (Rs.175) per statement cycle on fuel spends up to Rs.5,000.
What additional savings can I get through the HP Pay App?
You can earn an additional 1.5% savings as Happy Coins when paying through the HP Pay App. You earn 6 Happy Coins per Rs.100 spent (1 Happy Coin = Rs.0.25). This is available via wallet upload or Pay by QR at HPCL fuel stations, capped at 600 Happy Coins per month.
What rewards do I earn on grocery and utility spends?
You earn 15X Reward Points (15 RP per Rs.150 spent) on grocery and utility transactions, providing 2.5% savings. The maximum earning is capped at 400 Reward Points (Rs.100) per statement cycle on spends up to Rs.4,000.
What rewards do I earn on FASTag recharge?
You earn 15X Reward Points (15 RP per Rs.150 recharge) on IDFC FIRST FASTag recharges done via IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile Banking App or FIRST Forward App. Maximum earning is capped at 200 Reward Points (Rs.50) per statement cycle on spends up to Rs.2,000.
What rewards do I earn on other retail and UPI spends?
You earn 2X Reward Points (2 RP per Rs.150 spent) on all other retail spends and UPI transactions. There is no capping on these reward points. UPI rewards exclude insurance, fuel, EMI, utility, grocery spends and FASTag recharges.
What are the welcome benefits?
Welcome benefits worth up to Rs.2,250 include: Rs.250 gift voucher on 1st HPCL fuel transaction of Rs.250+ within 60 days of card setup, 5% cashback up to Rs.1,000 on 1st EMI conversion within 30 days, and exciting merchant offers worth Rs.1,000+ via the IDFC FIRST Mobile Banking App.
Does this card offer lounge access?
No, the IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card does not offer domestic or international airport lounge access. For lounge access, you may consider the IDFC FIRST Power+ Credit Card which offers quarterly domestic lounge access.
What insurance coverage does this card provide?
The card provides Personal Accident Cover of Rs.2,00,000, Lost Card Liability Cover of Rs.25,000, Credit Shield Cover of Rs.50,000, and Purchase Protection of Rs.25,000. Coverage requires the card to be active with at least 1 transaction in the last 30 days.
Is there a fuel surcharge waiver?
Yes, the card provides a 1% fuel surcharge waiver on fuel transactions between Rs.200 and Rs.5,000. The waiver is capped at a maximum of Rs.200 per statement cycle. GST on fuel surcharge is not reversed.
What is the interest rate on this card?
The interest rate ranges from 0.71% to 3.85% per month (8.5% to 46.2% per annum). ATM cash withdrawals are interest-free for up to 45 days with a transaction fee of Rs.199 per withdrawal.
What is the forex markup charge?
The foreign currency transaction fee and Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC) fee is 3.5% of the transaction amount.
Do reward points expire?
No, reward points on the IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card never expire. You can accumulate and redeem them as needed.
What is the minimum transaction value to earn rewards?
A minimum transaction value of Rs.150 is required to be eligible to earn reward points.
What are the bonus rewards on travel bookings?
You can earn 50X Bonus Reward Points on hotel bookings (8.5% savings) and 30X Bonus Reward Points on flight bookings (5.33% savings) done via the FIRST Rewards Gallery section on IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile App. Monthly cap is 8,000 bonus reward points.
Is add-on card available?
Yes, add-on cards are available with a joining fee and annual fee of Rs.499 each. You can extend an add-on card to your co-passenger to boost savings.
How can I apply for the IDFC FIRST Power Credit Card?
You can apply online through the IDFC FIRST Bank website, via the IDFC FIRST Bank Mobile Banking App, or by visiting the nearest IDFC FIRST Bank branch. You can also apply at select HPCL fuel stations.
What is the eligibility criteria?
You must be an Indian citizen aged 21-65 years with an annual income of Rs.3 lakh or more, a CIBIL score of 750+, and an acceptable credit utilisation ratio.
What documents are required to apply?
You need proof of identity (PAN Card, Aadhaar, Passport, Driving License), proof of address (Aadhaar, Passport, Utility Bill), and proof of income (salary slips, Form 16, or last 3 months bank statement).
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Last updated: 31 January 2026

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