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PNB RuPay Select Credit Card

Punjab National Bank |

Annual Fee

₹1,000

Rewards/₹100

₹0.25 - ₹0.50

Normalized to balance base rate with bonus categories

Interest Rate

35.40%

Credit Score

725+

At a Glance

Key Benefits

1-2 RP per Rs.100, Rs.5L insurance, lounge access, UPI credit line, NCMC support

Lounge Access

3 domestic + 2 international lounge visits per quarter (12+8 per year)

Eligibility

Age: 21-65 years, Annual income: Rs.5 lakh+, CIBIL: 725+

Quick Details

Annual Fee
₹1,000 #183
Joining Fee
₹1,000 #183
Interest Rate
35.40% p.a. #35
Forex Markup
3.50% #75
Rewards/₹100
₹0.25 - ₹0.50 #238
Reward Type Reward Points
Reward Currency Points
Domestic Lounge Visits
3/year #87
International Lounge Visits
2/year #41
Min Credit Score
725+ #176
Min Monthly Income ₹50
Network RUPAY
Card Replacement Fee 100
Late Payment Fee ₹600
Cash Advance Fee ₹500 2.50% (min ₹500)
Over Limit Fee ₹500
Card Replacement Fee ₹100
Fee Waiver on Spend ₹1,50,000/yr

Reward Structure

Base

All Spends

₹0.25 /₹100
Cat

Dining

₹0.50 /₹100

Reward Calculator

Allocate by Category100%
Dining
2.0 pts
60%₹30,000
Other Spends
1.0 pts
40%₹20,000
Your Rewards
Points Earned800
Cash Value₹200
Breakdown
Dining600
Other Spends200
Total Value₹200
Quick amounts:

Milestone Benefits

Welcome Bonus

500 welcome bonus reward points on first transaction within 30 days

₹125

value

Renewal Benefit

Annual fee waiver on spending Rs.1.5 lakh in previous year

Spend ₹1,50,000 within 365 days

₹1,000

value

Airport Lounge Access

Domestic Free
3

visits per quarter

Via Dreamfolks/RuPay lounge program

International Free
2

visits per quarter

Via RuPay international lounge program

Insurance Coverage

Accident

₹5,00,000

Accidental death or permanent disability coverage

Lost Card

₹1,00,000

Lost card liability protection

Lifestyle Perks

Fuel

1 /month

1% fuel surcharge waiver on Rs.500-Rs.4,000 transactions (max Rs.300/month)

Concierge

24x7 concierge services for travel and lifestyle assistance

Other

1

UPI credit line - link to UPI apps for seamless payments

Other

1

NCMC functionality for metro, bus and transit payments

Quick Analysis

PNB RuPay Select is a solid premium RuPay card offering good lounge access and UPI credit line support. Best for domestic travelers and those who prefer RuPay ecosystem benefits.

Pros

  • 3 domestic + 2 international lounge visits per quarter
  • 500 welcome bonus reward points on first transaction
  • 1-2 reward points per Rs.100 spent
  • Rs.5 lakh accidental insurance coverage
  • RuPay network with UPI credit line support
  • 1% fuel surcharge waiver (up to Rs.300/month)
  • 24x7 concierge services
  • Annual fee waiver on Rs.1.5L spend
  • NCMC functionality for metro and transit

Cons

  • Rs.1,000 annual fee (higher than basic cards)
  • Fee waiver requires Rs.1.5 lakh annual spend
  • Basic reward rate of 0.25-0.50%
  • 3.5% forex markup
  • High APR of 35.4% per annum
  • Limited acceptance compared to Visa/Mastercard internationally

Best For

Domestic travelers, UPI users, lounge access seekers

Not Ideal For

International travelers, premium lifestyle seekers

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for PNB RuPay Select?
Joining and annual fee is Rs.1,000 each. Annual fee is waived on spending Rs.1.5 lakh in the previous year.
What lounge access does this card offer?
3 complimentary domestic and 2 international lounge visits per quarter via RuPay/Dreamfolks program.
Can I use this card with UPI?
Yes, PNB RuPay Select supports UPI credit line, allowing you to link it to UPI apps for payments.
What is NCMC functionality?
National Common Mobility Card allows you to use the card for metro, bus and other transit payments across India.
What insurance does this card provide?
Rs.5 lakh accidental death/disability insurance and Rs.1 lakh lost card liability protection.

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