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Axis ACE

Annual Fee

₹499

Rewards/₹100

₹1.50 - ₹5.00

Normalized to balance base rate with bonus categories

Interest Rate

40.80%

Credit Score

750+

At a Glance

Key Benefits

5% bills via GPay, 4% Swiggy/Zomato/Ola, 1.5% all. Rs 500/month cap.

Lounge Access

4 domestic visits/year (Rs 50K/quarter spend required). No international.

Eligibility

Age 18-70. Indian resident. Good credit score.

Quick Details

Annual Fee
₹499 #75
Joining Fee
₹499 #78
Interest Rate
40.80% p.a. #68
Forex Markup
3.50% #75
Rewards/₹100
₹1.50 - ₹5.00 #49
Reward Type Cashback
Reward Currency Cashback
Domestic Lounge Visits
4/year #61
Min Credit Score
750+ #186
Min Monthly Income ₹25,000
Network VISA
Late Payment Fee ₹500 0.00% (min ₹500)
Cash Advance Fee ₹0 2.50% (min ₹500)
Over Limit Fee ₹0 2.50% (min ₹500)
Fee Waiver on Spend ₹2,00,000/yr

Reward Structure

Partner

Bills via Google Pay

₹5.00 /₹100
Partner

Swiggy, Zomato, Ola

₹4.00 /₹100
Base

All Spends

₹1.50 /₹100

Reward Calculator

Allocate by Category100%
Bills via Google Pay
5.0 pts
50%₹25,000
Swiggy, Zomato, Ola
4.0 pts
30%₹15,000
Other Spends
1.5 pts
20%₹10,000
Your Rewards
Points Earned195
Cash Value₹195
Breakdown
Bills via Google Pay25
Swiggy, Zomato, Ola20
Other Spends150
Total Value₹195
Quick amounts:

Milestone Benefits

Welcome Bonus

Rs.500 welcome bonus on spending Rs.10,000 within 45 days

Spend ₹10,000 within 45 days

₹500

value

Welcome Bonus

5% cashback (up to Rs.1000) on first EMI transaction within 3 months

Spend ₹0 within 90 days

₹1,000

value

Airport Lounge Access

Domestic Free
4

visits

Requires Rs 50,000 spend in previous 3 months. First 3 months waived for new cards.

Insurance Coverage

Fraud

₹0

Zero liability for unauthorized transactions if reported within 3 days

Lifestyle Perks

Dining

20.00% off

Up to 20% off at 4000+ partner restaurants via Dining Delights

Fuel Surcharge

1.00% off

1% fuel surcharge waiver on Rs.400-4000 transactions (max Rs.500/statement)

Category Rankings

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

Dining #12 /15
4.0000 pts/₹100 Top 80%
Online #16 /19
4.0000 pts/₹100 Top 85%
Travel #15 /18
4.0000 pts/₹100 Top 84%
Utility Bills #4 /7
5.0000 pts/₹100 Top 58%

Quick Analysis

Best card for utility bill payments and food delivery. Excellent for Android users who can maximize GPay bills.

Pros

  • 5% on bills via GPay, 4% Swiggy/Zomato/Ola, 1.5% everywhere else, Low annual fee Rs 499, 4 domestic lounges

Cons

  • Rs 500/month cap on 5%+4% categories, GPay bills only on Android, Lounge needs Rs 50K/quarter spend, No international lounge

Best For

Bill payment maximizers, food delivery users, cashback seekers

Not Ideal For

Frequent international travelers (high forex markup), fuel spenders (no cashback on fuel)

The Axis Bank ACE Credit Card is designed for bill payment maximizers and food delivery enthusiasts. With 5% cashback on utility bills via Google Pay and 4% on Swiggy/Zomato/Ola, it offers excellent returns for everyday expenses with a low annual fee that's easily waived.

What is Axis ACE?

Axis ACE is a Visa cashback card offering 5% on utility bills via Google Pay (DTH, electricity, gas, internet), 4% on Swiggy/Zomato/Ola, and 1.5% on all other spends. Rs 499 annual fee waived on Rs 2L spend. Includes 4 domestic lounge visits on Rs 50K quarterly spend.

Benefits

  • Bill Payment Cashback: 5% on utility bills (electricity, gas, DTH, internet) via Google Pay
  • Food & Travel: 4% on Swiggy, Zomato, and Ola transactions
  • Universal Cashback: 1.5% on all other eligible transactions (unlimited)
  • Domestic Lounges: 4 complimentary visits/year (requires Rs 50K quarterly spend)
  • Dining Discounts: Up to 20% off at 4,000+ partner restaurants
  • Fuel Surcharge Waiver: 1% waiver (Rs 400-4,000 transactions, max Rs 500/month)
  • EMI Conversion: Convert transactions above Rs 2,500 to EMI

Welcome & Milestone Benefits

  • Joining Fee Reversal: Rs 499 joining fee reversed on spending Rs 10,000 in first 45 days
  • No Milestone Rewards: Card focuses on everyday cashback rather than milestone benefits

Airport Lounge Access

Axis ACE offers 4 complimentary domestic airport lounge visits per year.

Important Conditions:

  • Requires minimum Rs 50,000 spend in previous 3 months to activate lounge access
  • New cardholders get first 3 months access without spend requirement
  • No international lounge access available
  • Note: Dreamfolks lounge access discontinued from July 2025

Rewards Program

Axis ACE uses direct statement cashback:

  • Utility Bills via GPay: 5% cashback (electricity, gas, DTH, internet)
  • Swiggy/Zomato/Ola: 4% cashback
  • All Other Spends: 1.5% cashback (unlimited)
  • Combined Cap: Rs 500/month on 5% + 4% categories combined
  • Credit: Directly to statement

Exclusions: No cashback on fuel, EMI purchases, education payments.

Note: GPay bill payment feature only available on Android, not iOS.

Fees & Charges

  • Joining Fee: Rs 499 (reversed on Rs 10K spend in 45 days)
  • Annual Fee: Rs 499 (waived on Rs 2L annual spend)
  • Interest Rate: ~3.4% per month (~40.8% p.a.)
  • Forex Markup: 3.5% on international transactions
  • Cash Advance: 2.5% (min Rs 500)
  • Late Payment: Rs 500-1,200 based on outstanding

Eligibility Criteria

  • Indian resident
  • Age: 18-70 years
  • Steady income with decent credit score
  • No specific income requirement publicly disclosed

Documents Required

  • Identity Proof: PAN Card, Aadhaar
  • Address Proof: Aadhaar, Passport, Utility bill
  • Income Proof: Salary slips or ITR (if requested)
  • Photograph: Recent passport-size photo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cashback rate on Axis ACE for bill payments?
You get 5% cashback on utility bill payments (electricity, gas, DTH, internet) when paid through Google Pay using the Axis ACE card. However, this is capped at Rs 500 per month combined with 4% category.
Does Axis ACE work with Google Pay on iPhone?
No, the "pay with card" feature for bill payments via Google Pay is only available on Android. iPhone users cannot maximize the 5% bill payment cashback benefit.
What is the cashback cap on Axis ACE?
The 5% (bills) and 4% (Swiggy/Zomato/Ola) cashback categories have a combined cap of Rs 500 per month. The 1.5% cashback on other spends is unlimited.
Does Axis ACE have airport lounge access?
Yes, you get 4 complimentary domestic lounge visits per year. However, you need to spend minimum Rs 50,000 in the previous 3 months to activate this benefit. No international lounge access.
How can I get the annual fee waived on Axis ACE?
The annual fee of Rs 499 is waived if you spend Rs 2 lakhs or more in the previous year. The joining fee of Rs 499 is reversed on spending Rs 10,000 in the first 45 days.
What transactions are excluded from cashback?
No cashback on fuel purchases, EMI transactions, and education service payments. Cashback is only on eligible retail transactions.
What is the minimum income required for Axis ACE?
Axis Bank does not publicly disclose specific income requirements for the ACE card. You need to be between 18-70 years old with a steady income and decent credit score.
Is there fuel surcharge waiver on Axis ACE?
Yes, 1% fuel surcharge waiver is available on transactions between Rs 400 to Rs 4,000, with maximum benefit of Rs 500 per statement cycle. Note: No cashback is earned on fuel spends.

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