HDFC Bank Platinum Edge Credit Card

Rewards

1. Earn 2 RPs per Rs.150 spent on retail transactions.
2. Accumulate RPs and redeem for cash back at the rate of 100 points = Rs.10 cashback.
3. Also redeem points for air miles and gifts from the bank's exclusive rewards catalogue.

Dining

1. Earn 50% more Rewards Points on your dining spends.
2. This is applicable to transactions made under 'Restaurant' MCC (merchant category code) and not for those classified under 'Hotel' MCC.

Fuel

1. Enjoy 1% fuel surcharge on a minimum transaction of Rs.400.
2. Earn a maximum of Rs.250 per statement cycle.

Insurance Benefits

Complete at least 4 transactions per month and enjoy the following complimentary insurance covers:

1. Accidental Death Insurance up to Rs.50 lakh.
2. Fire and Burglary cover for 180 days for purchases above Rs.5,000. Maximum cover of Rs.2 lakh with a sub-limit of Rs.25,000 for personal portable equipment.

Secure transactions

1. This card can be used at chip enabled and non-chip enabled POS (point of sale) terminals for convenient payments. Dip your card at a chip enabled POS terminal or swipe it at a non-chip enabled POS terminal to complete your transaction.

Zero liability on losing card

1. Report the loss of your card immediately to HDFC's call centre (available 24 hours) and you will not be held liable for any fraudulent transactions charged to your card.

Interest-free credit

1. Enjoy up to 50 day of interest-free credit on purchases from your purchase date.

HDFC Platinum Edge Credit Card Credit Limit

When issuing you with the credit card, HDFC will inform you of the credit limit available to you. The credit limit extended to you will be based on numerous factors including (but not limited to) your annual income, employment status, credit score, and other debt obligations.

The credit limit that you are offered for the HDFC credit card can be different than the limit offered to another applicant for the same card.

Reward Points Benefits of HDFC Platinum Edge Credit Card

As previously mentioned, here are the rewards points benefits you will enjoy on your HDFC card:

1. Earn 2 Rewards Points per Rs.150 you spend using your card on retail transactions.
2. Accumulate your points and redeem for cashback, gifts, or air miles.

Any transaction below Rs.150 will not earn any points. Also, only retail transactions will earn Rewards Points.

How to Redeem Rewards Points Earned on HDFC Platinum Edge Credit Card

There are two ways to redeem your Rewards Points - online and offline:

Online - Through NetBanking

1. Log into HDFC Credit Card NetBanking using your username and password.
2. Locate the 'Credit Card' tab on top and click on it.
3. You will have to complete a one-time registration for your credit card by clicking on 'Register New Card'. This option is found on the left-hand side on the navigation bar.
4. Complete the registration process by entering your 4-digit card PIN.
5. Next, locate the 'Redeem Reward Points' on the left-hand side on the navigation bar and click on it. Click on 'Continue' to go to the Online Redemption portal.
6. On the Online Redemption Homepage, click on 'Redeem Reward Points'.
7. Select your 'Points Range' (based on your accumulated points) and then on 'Item Category' to see the catalog.
8. Add items to your shopping cart.
9. Click on the 'View Shopping Cart' option to see your selected items. You can modify the quantity here by using the 'Edit' option.
10. Read the 'Terms and Conditions' and check the box confirming the same.
11. Click on the 'Redeem' option to complete the process. You will receive a Redemption Order Number. Save this number in case of any future discrepancy.

The items you have redeemed will be sent to the address you see on the redemption page. If there is a discrepancy pertaining to the address, then do not proceed to redeem your points. You will need to call the bank's customer service to update your address first.

Offline - Through Post

1. Check your available points on the NetBanking portal or on your credit card statement.
2. Select the reward(s) of your choice and generate the coupon for the same.
3. Post the receipt of the coupon through the 'Rewards Redemption Coupons' form available on the bank's website for download and submission by post.

The redeemed items will be delivered to your registered address in 10 to 15 business days.

Fees and Charges of HDFC Platinum Edge Credit Card

Eligibility of HDFC Platinum Edge Credit Card

In order to apply for this credit card, you need to meet the following criteria:

Salaried employees:

1. Minimum age - 21 years
2. Maximum age - 60 years

Self-employed individuals:

1. Minimum age - 21 years
2. Maximum age - 65 years

Documents Required for HDFC Platinum Edge Credit Card

You will have to provide certain documents to prove your eligibility for this credit card. Such documents include:

1. ID proof documents - such as PAN card, Aadhaar card, passport, driving licence, etc.
2. Address proof documents - such as utility bills, bank statements, voter's ID, Aadhaar card, etc.
3. Income documents - such as salary slips, ITRs, employment letter, etc.

The bank as per its discretion can ask you to produce certain documents to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply for HDFC Platinum Edge Credit Card

There are two ways you can apply for this card:

1. You can apply online on the bank's website by filling and submitting the 'Credit Card Application Form'.
2. You can visit your nearest HDFC Bank branch and apply in person.

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