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Tata Neu Plus HDFC Bank

Tata Neu Plus HDFC Bank

Annual Fee

₹499

Rewards/₹100

₹1.00 - ₹1.50

Normalized to balance base rate with bonus categories

Interest Rate

45.00%

Credit Score

700+

At a Glance

Key Benefits

Up to 7% NeuCoins on Tata, 1% on others, lounge access

Lounge Access

4 domestic lounges/year (1 per quarter on Rs 50K spend)

Eligibility

Min Rs 25,000/month income, age 21-60, CIBIL 700+

Quick Analysis

The Tata Neu Plus HDFC Bank Credit Card is an excellent entry-level co-branded card for Tata ecosystem loyalists. With up to 7% back on Tata Neu App spends and 2% on partner brands, it offers strong value for those who frequently shop at Croma, BigBasket, Westside, and other Tata brands. The Rs 499 annual fee is easily waivable, and NeuCoins at Rs 1 each provide straightforward value. However, at just 1% on non-Tata spends with no dining or entertainment perks, it works best as a companion card for Tata purchases rather than a primary everyday card.

Pros

  • Up to 7% NeuCoins on Tata Neu App with NeuPass
  • 2% NeuCoins on Tata brand purchases
  • 1 NeuCoin = Rs 1 simple redemption value
  • Low annual fee of Rs 499 with easy waiver at Rs 1 lakh spend
  • Domestic lounge access on quarterly spend milestones
  • Available in both Visa and RuPay variants with UPI support

Cons

  • No international lounge access
  • No movie or dining benefits
  • Lounge access requires Rs 50,000 quarterly spend milestone
  • NeuCoins valid only for 12 months
  • Only 1% rewards on non-Tata spends

Best For

Frequent Tata brand shoppers (Croma, BigBasket, Westside, Tata CLiQ) who want to maximize cashback on everyday Tata ecosystem purchases.

Not Ideal For

Those seeking high-end travel perks, international lounge access, movie or dining benefits, or strong reward rates on non-Tata brand spends.

Quick Details

Annual Fee
₹499 #9
Joining Fee
₹499 #10
Interest Rate
45.00% p.a. #37
Forex Markup
2.00% #7
Fuel Surcharge Waiver 1.00% (₹400.00-₹5000.00)
Rewards/₹100
₹1.00 - ₹1.50 #32
Reward Type Cashback
Points Expiry 12 months
Reward Currency Cashback
Domestic Lounge Visits
1/year #54
Min Credit Score These are observed patterns, not bank-published rules.
700+ #3
Min Annual Income These are observed patterns, not bank-published rules. ₹3,00,000
Network VISA
Card Tier classic
Card Replacement Fee ₹100
Late Payment Fee ₹900
Foreign Currency Markup 2.00%
Cheque Return Fee 2.00% (min ₹450)
Balance Transfer Fee 1.00% (min ₹250)
Statement Copy Fee ₹10
Cash Processing Fee ₹100
Railway Booking Fee 1.00%
Rent Payment Fee 1.00%
Fee Waiver on Spend ₹1,00,000/yr

Card Features

Contactless International Usage EMI Conversion Balance Transfer Add-on Cards

Airport Lounge Access

Domestic Free
1

visits per quarter

Spend Rs 50,000+ per quarter. Claim voucher within 120 days, use within 180 days. Max 4 per year.

Reward Structure

Base

All Spends

₹1.00 /₹100
Accel

Partner

₹2.00 /₹100
Accel

Partner

₹5.00 /₹100
Cat

UPI Transactions

₹1.00 /₹100
Cat

Merchant EMI Spends

₹1.00 /₹100
Cat

Grocery

₹1.00 /₹100
Cat

Utility Bills

₹1.00 /₹100
Cat

Insurance Payments

₹1.00 /₹100
Cat

Telecom & Cable

₹1.00 /₹100

No Rewards On

Fuel Wallet Loads Rent Payments Government EMI Transactions

Reward Redemption

Redeem your NeuCoins for cashback, travel, and more

Best

Tata Neu App (Croma, BigBasket, Air India Express, IHCL, Westside)

Partner Voucher
₹1.00/point
Best

Tata CLiQ / Tata CLiQ Luxury

Partner Voucher
₹1.00/point

Tata 1mg / Titan / Tanishq (via Tata Neu)

Partner Voucher
₹1.00/point

In-Store: Croma, IHCL Hotels, Westside

Partner Voucher
₹1.00/point

Milestone Benefits

Welcome Bonus

499 NeuCoins on Tata Neu App as reversal of 1st year membership fee. Applicable on 1st transaction within 30 days of card issuance. Claimable within 60 days.

₹499

value

Milestone

1 complimentary domestic airport lounge voucher on spending Rs 50,000 or more in a calendar quarter. Up to 4 per calendar year.

Spend ₹50,000 within 90 days

₹1,000

value

Annual Benefit

Annual/Renewal membership fee of Rs 499 waived on spending Rs 1,00,000 or more in a year before credit card renewal date.

Spend ₹1,00,000 within 365 days

₹499

value

Milestone

Additional 5% NeuCoins on selected categories on Tata Neu App/Website after registering for NeuPass membership.

FREE

value

Category Rankings

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

Entertainment #14 /15
1.0000 pts/₹100 Top 94%
Grocery #44 /49
1.0000 pts/₹100 Top 90%
Insurance #19 /25
1.0000 pts/₹100 Top 76%
Online #50 /57
1.0000-2.0000 pts/₹100 Top 88%
Shopping #46 /51
1.0000-2.0000 pts/₹100 Top 91%
Travel #39 /45
2.0000 pts/₹100 Top 87%
UPI Transactions #3 /4
1.0000 pts/₹100 Top 75%
Utility Bills #22 /41
1.0000-5.0000 pts/₹100 Top 54%

The Tata Neu Plus HDFC Bank Credit Card is a co-branded credit card launched by HDFC Bank in partnership with the Tata Group. It is the entry-level variant in the Tata Neu HDFC Bank credit card family, with the Tata Neu Infinity being the premium sibling.

This card is designed for individuals who frequently shop across the Tata ecosystem, including brands like Croma, BigBasket, Westside, Tata CLiQ, Air India Express, and IHCL Hotels. With up to 7% NeuCoins on Tata Neu App purchases and 2% on partner Tata brand spends, it offers strong rewards for Tata loyalists at a very affordable annual fee of just Rs 499.

What is Tata Neu Plus HDFC Bank?

The Tata Neu Plus HDFC Bank Credit Card is a co-branded cashback credit card that rewards you with NeuCoins (1 NeuCoin = Rs 1) on every eligible purchase. It is available in both Visa and RuPay variants, with the RuPay variant supporting UPI payments.

  • Card Type: Co-branded cashback credit card
  • Card Network: Visa / RuPay
  • Annual Fee: Rs 499 + taxes (waivable on Rs 1 lakh annual spend)
  • Best For: Tata brand shoppers and everyday cashback seekers
  • Rewards Currency: NeuCoins (1 NeuCoin = Rs 1)

Reward Benefits

Earn NeuCoins on every eligible spend:

  • 2% NeuCoins on non-EMI spends at partner Tata Brands (Croma, Westside, IHCL, Tata CLiQ, Air India Express, etc.)
  • 1% NeuCoins on non-Tata brand spends and merchant EMI spends
  • Up to 1% NeuCoins on UPI spends (capped at 500 NeuCoins/month)
  • Additional 5% NeuCoins on selected categories via Tata Neu App with NeuPass membership

Airport Lounge Access

Domestic airport lounge access is milestone-based. Spend Rs 50,000 or more per calendar quarter to receive 1 complimentary domestic lounge voucher. Maximum 4 vouchers per calendar year.

Fuel Surcharge Waiver

1% fuel surcharge waiver at all fuel stations across India on transactions between Rs 400 and Rs 5,000. Maximum waiver of Rs 250 per statement cycle.

Welcome Benefit

Receive 499 NeuCoins on the Tata Neu App on completing your first transaction within 30 days of card issuance.

Contactless Payments

The card is enabled for contactless (tap-to-pay) transactions up to Rs 5,000 without PIN entry.

Zero Liability

Zero liability protection on fraudulent transactions when reported immediately to HDFC Bank.

Welcome Benefit

  • 499 NeuCoins credited on Tata Neu App as reversal of 1st year membership fee
  • Applicable on completing 1st transaction within 30 days of card issuance
  • NeuCoins available to claim in Tata Neu App within 60 days of qualifying transaction
  • Not applicable on Lifetime Free and First Year Free cards

Quarterly Lounge Milestone

  • Spend Rs 50,000+ in a calendar quarter to earn 1 domestic lounge voucher
  • Up to 4 vouchers per calendar year (1 per quarter)

Annual Fee Waiver

  • Renewal fee of Rs 499 waived on spending Rs 1,00,000 or more in a year before renewal date

NeuPass Additional Benefit

  • Additional 5% NeuCoins on selected categories on Tata Neu App after registering for NeuPass membership

Airport Lounge Access

The Tata Neu Plus HDFC Bank Credit Card provides domestic airport lounge access on a milestone basis.

  • Eligibility: Spend Rs 50,000 or more in a calendar quarter (Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec)
  • Benefit: 1 complimentary domestic lounge voucher per quarter
  • Annual Limit: Maximum 4 domestic lounge visits per calendar year
  • Claim: Voucher must be claimed within 120 days of qualifying
  • Usage: Voucher valid for 180 days after issuance
  • Note: Only VISA and RuPay domestic lounges are eligible. No international lounge access.

Earning NeuCoins

NeuCoins are earned as a percentage of your eligible spends:

  • 2% on non-EMI spends at partner Tata Brands (Croma, Westside, Tata CLiQ, IHCL, Air India Express, BigBasket, etc.)
  • 1% on non-Tata brand spends and merchant EMI spends
  • Up to 1% on UPI spends (0.25% via any UPI + 0.75% via Tata Neu UPI; capped at 500/month)
  • Additional 5% on select categories on Tata Neu App with NeuPass membership

Category Caps

  • Grocery: 1,000 NeuCoins/month
  • Utility: 2,000 NeuCoins/month
  • Insurance: 2,000 NeuCoins/month
  • Telecom and Cable: 2,000 NeuCoins/month
  • UPI: 500 NeuCoins/month

Tata Brand Fair Usage Policy

Partner Tata Brand spends have annual fair usage limits: Electronics (Croma) Rs 9L/year, Fashion (Tata CLiQ, Westside) Rs 12L/year, Stay (IHCL, Air India Express) Rs 15L/year, Others Rs 7.5L/year.

Redemption

1 NeuCoin = Rs 1. Redeem via Tata Neu App, Tata Pay, or at partner stores (Croma, IHCL, Westside). NeuCoins valid for 12 months from credit date.

Fees & Charges

Fee TypeAmount
Joining/Renewal FeeRs 499 + applicable taxes
Cash Advance Fee2.5% or Rs 500, whichever is higher
Late Payment ChargesRs 900
Over Limit Charges2.5% of overlimit amount (min Rs 550)
Foreign Currency Markup2% of transaction amount
Finance Charges (Revolving)3.75% per month (45% per annum)
Payment Return Charges2% of amount (min Rs 450)
Card ReplacementRs 100
Balance Transfer1% of BT amount or Rs 250, whichever is higher
Railway Ticket Purchase1% of transaction amount + GST
Rent Payment Fee1% of amount (max Rs 4,999/txn)
Cash Processing FeeRs 100 (branch/ATM payments)
Duplicate StatementRs 10

For Salaried Individuals

  • Indian national
  • Age: 21 to 60 years
  • Minimum monthly income: Rs 25,000
  • Good credit history with CIBIL score of 700+

For Self-Employed Individuals

  • Indian national
  • Age: 21 to 65 years
  • Annual ITR above Rs 6,00,000
  • Good credit history with CIBIL score of 700+

Identity Proof (Any One)

  • Passport
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Voter ID
  • Driving Licence
  • PAN Card
  • Passport size photographs

Address Proof (Any One)

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport
  • Utility bills (electricity, water, gas)
  • Rental agreement
  • Bank statement

Income Proof (Any One)

  • Recent salary slips
  • Form 16
  • Income Tax Returns (ITR)
  • Bank statements

Online Application

  1. Visit HDFC Bank website or download the Tata Neu App
  2. Navigate to Credit Cards section
  3. Provide and validate your phone number and Date of Birth/PAN
  4. Confirm your personal details
  5. Select the Tata Neu Plus Card variant
  6. Submit your application and await approval
  7. In certain cases, document upload and video KYC may be required

Via HDFC Bank Branch

Visit your nearest HDFC Bank branch with the required documents. The bank staff will assist you with the application process.

Conclusion

The Tata Neu Plus HDFC Bank Credit Card is an excellent entry-level co-branded card for anyone who regularly shops across the Tata ecosystem. The 2% NeuCoins on partner brands and potential for up to 7% on the Tata Neu App makes it one of the best value cards for Tata loyalists. The Rs 499 annual fee is easily waivable at Rs 1 lakh spend, and NeuCoins at Rs 1 each provide clear, straightforward value.

The card works best as a dedicated Tata shopping card rather than a primary everyday card, given its 1% rate on non-Tata spends. For those who spend significantly more on Tata brands, upgrading to the Tata Neu Infinity variant with 5% NeuCoins and international lounge access would be worthwhile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the joining fee for the Tata Neu Plus HDFC Bank Credit Card?
The joining and annual membership fee is Rs 499 plus applicable taxes. The renewal fee can be waived by spending Rs 1,00,000 or more in a year before the renewal date. A limited period Lifetime Free offer may be available for applications through the bank's digital platform.
What are NeuCoins and how do I earn them?
NeuCoins are Tata Neu's reward currency. You earn 2% back as NeuCoins on non-EMI spends at partner Tata Brands, 1% on non-Tata brand spends and merchant EMI spends, and up to 1% on UPI spends (capped at 500 NeuCoins per month). Additionally, you can earn 5% on selected Tata Neu App categories with NeuPass membership.
What is the value of 1 NeuCoin?
Each NeuCoin has a value of Rs 1 and can be redeemed across Tata Neu partner brands including Croma, BigBasket, Westside, Tata CLiQ, Air India Express, IHCL Hotels, Titan, Tanishq, and Tata 1mg.
What are the excluded categories that do not earn NeuCoins?
NeuCoins are not earned on fuel spends, wallet loads, gift/prepaid card loads, voucher purchases, cash advances, payment of outstanding balances, card fees, Smart EMI/Dial an EMI, rental and government transactions, and online skill-based gaming (from Jul 2025).
What is the monthly cap on NeuCoins?
Caps apply to specific categories: Grocery - 1,000 NeuCoins/month, Utility - 2,000/month, Insurance - 2,000/month, Telecom & Cable - 2,000/month, and UPI - 500/month. Tata Brand spends have annual fair usage limits based on brand category.
Does this card offer airport lounge access?
Yes. From June 2025, domestic lounge access is milestone-based. Spend Rs 50,000 or more in a calendar quarter to earn 1 complimentary domestic lounge voucher. Maximum 4 per calendar year (1 per quarter). Claim the voucher within 120 days and use within 180 days.
What is the welcome benefit?
You receive 499 NeuCoins on the Tata Neu App as a reversal of the 1st year membership fee. This is applicable on making your 1st transaction within 30 days of card issuance and will be available to claim in the Tata Neu App within 60 days. Not applicable on Lifetime Free and First Year Free cards.
What is the fuel surcharge waiver?
A 1% fuel surcharge waiver is available on all fuel transactions at any fuel station in India. The minimum transaction must be Rs 400 and maximum Rs 5,000. The maximum waiver is Rs 250 per statement cycle.
What is the interest rate on this card?
The interest rate is 3.75% per month (45% per annum) on revolving credit and cash advances. The interest-free period is up to 50 days subject to full payment of previous month's balance.
What are the eligibility criteria?
For salaried individuals: Indian national, aged 21-60, minimum monthly income Rs 25,000. For self-employed: Indian national, aged 21-65, annual ITR above Rs 6,00,000. A CIBIL score of 700+ is generally recommended.
What documents are required to apply?
Identity proof (Passport, Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence, PAN), address proof (Aadhaar, Passport, utility bills, rental agreement, bank statement), and income proof (salary slips, Form 16, ITR, bank statements).
How do I redeem NeuCoins?
NeuCoins are transferred to your Tata Neu App within 7 working days of statement generation. Redeem via Tata Pay on brands like BigBasket, Croma, IHCL; via NeuCoins option on Tata CLiQ, Tata 1mg; or at store POS in Croma, IHCL, and Westside.
What is the validity of NeuCoins?
From August 2025, NeuCoins have a validity of 12 months from the end of the month in which they are credited to your Tata Neu Account. Existing non-promotional NeuCoins earned before Aug 2025 will expire by 31-Jul-2026.
Is the card available in both Visa and RuPay variants?
Yes, the Tata Neu Plus HDFC Bank Credit Card is available in both Visa and RuPay variants. The RuPay variant supports UPI payments directly, earning up to 1% NeuCoins on UPI spends.
What are the cash advance charges?
Cash advance attracts a fee of 2.5% of the withdrawn amount or Rs 500, whichever is higher. Additionally, finance charges at 3.75% per month (45% per annum) apply from the date of withdrawal until full repayment.
Can I convert purchases to EMI?
Yes, the card supports Smart EMI conversion allowing you to convert big spends into EMI after purchase. However, Smart EMI/Dial an EMI transactions do not earn NeuCoins.
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Last updated: 1 February 2026

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