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Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card

HDFC Bank · Visa

₹500Annual fee
1.00%Base rate
25KMin income/mo

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Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card
HDFC Bank · Visa
  • 10% cashback on all Swiggy orders (food, Instamart, Dineout, Genie) — capped ₹1,500/month
  • 5% cashback on selected online categories (apparel, electronics, entertainment) — capped ₹1,500/month
  • 1% cashback on all other spends
  • Complimentary Swiggy One membership (3 months on activation)
  • Annual fee waived at ₹2L annual spend
₹500/yrAnnual fee
₹500
Annual fee
1.00%
Base reward rate
None
Lounge access
720+
CIBIL score
The Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card is the best card in India for Swiggy super-users, earning 10% cashback on all Swiggy food, Instamart, Dineout, and Genie orders (capped ₹1,500/month). The complimentary Swiggy One membership adds further discounts and free deliveries, making the ₹500 annual fee easy to recover.

What Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card costs you

Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card carries a ₹500 annual fee and a ₹500 one-time joining fee. The annual fee is waivable: Spend ₹2L/year.

FeeAmount
Annual fee (year 2+)₹500
Joining fee (one-time)₹500
Fee waiver conditionSpend ₹2L/year
Spend required for waiver2,00,000 / year
Foreign transaction fee (forex markup)Not disclosed / standard rates apply

What you earn on every rupee spent

Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card earns 1.00% on all eligible spends as a base reward rate, with accelerated rates on dining & food, online shopping and other bonus categories listed below.

CategoryReward rate
All other spends (base rate)1.00%
🍽️ Dining & Food10% (cap ₹1,500/mo)
🛒 Online Shopping5% (cap ₹1,500/mo)
10%
Dining & Food
Cap ₹1,500/mo
5%
Online Shopping
Cap ₹1,500/mo
Welcome bonus

Complimentary Swiggy One membership for 3 months

Reward types: Cashback

Beyond the reward rate

The non-reward benefits on Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card are limited — the card's value proposition is primarily the reward rate structure.

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No lounge access
This card does not include airport lounge access.
No fuel surcharge waiver
Standard 1% surcharge applies at fuel pumps.

Who can apply for Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card

Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card requires a minimum net monthly income of ₹25,000 for salaried applicants and a CIBIL score of 720 or above. It is open to salaried and self-employed applicants.

₹25,000
Min monthly income
720+
CIBIL score
2160
Age (years)
RequirementDetail
Minimum monthly income₹25,000
CIBIL score720+ (good to excellent)
Age range2160 years
Employment typeSalaried & self-employed
Typical approval time7–10 working days

Who should (and shouldn't) get Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card

✅ Best for
  • Heavy spenders on dining & food who want 10% back
  • Heavy spenders on online shopping who want 5% back
  • Moderate spenders who can clear the fee waiver condition
⚠️ Not ideal for
  • Frequent flyers who need airport lounge access

Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card — Questions answered

What is the annual fee for Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card?
The annual fee is ₹500 from year 2 onwards, with a one-time joining fee of ₹500. The fee is waivable: Spend ₹2L/year.
What is the minimum income required for Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card?
Salaried applicants need a minimum net monthly income of ₹25,000 and a CIBIL score of at least 720. Self-employed applicants typically need equivalent annual income proof.
What is the reward rate on Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card for dining & food?
Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card earns 10% on dining & food, capped at ₹1,500 per statement cycle. On all other spends, the base reward rate is 1.00%.
Does Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card provide airport lounge access?
Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card does not include airport lounge access as a standard benefit. If lounge access is a priority, consider upgrading to a premium variant or a dedicated travel card.
How do I get the annual fee waived on Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card?
The annual fee on Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card is automatically waived when you meet the spend threshold: Spend ₹2L/year. You do not need to call the bank — the waiver is applied to the next billing cycle once the condition is met.
How long does it take to get Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card approved?
Most applications for Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card are processed within 7–10 working days. Pre-approved customers may receive instant digital approval. Physical card delivery typically takes 3–5 business days after approval.
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