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IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card

IndusInd Bank · Mastercard

₹9,999Annual fee
1.50%Base rate
Lounge visits/yr
2%Forex markup
300KMin income/mo

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IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card
IndusInd Bank · Mastercard
  • Unlimited domestic + international lounge access (DreamFolks)
  • 1 reward point = ?1 � no value erosion on redemption
  • 2% FX markup for international transactions
  • Golf: complimentary green fee waiver at 1,500+ courses worldwide
  • Comprehensive travel insurance up to $1M
₹9,999/yrAnnual fee
₹9,999
Annual fee
1.50%
Base reward rate
Unlimited
Lounge access
780+
CIBIL score
IndusInd Celesta is a strong contender in the ultra-premium segment � 1 point = ?1 with unlimited lounge access and a 2% FX rate, at a fee that is waived for very high spenders.

What IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card costs you

IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card carries a ₹9,999 annual fee and a ₹9,999 one-time joining fee. The annual fee is waivable: Spend ?15L in a year.

FeeAmount
Annual fee (year 2+)₹9,999
Joining fee (one-time)₹9,999
Fee waiver conditionSpend ?15L in a year
Spend required for waiver15,00,000 / year
Foreign transaction fee (forex markup)2% per transaction

What you earn on every rupee spent

IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card earns 1.50% on all eligible spends as a base reward rate, with accelerated rates on travel & flights, dining & food and other bonus categories listed below. Each reward point is worth ₹1 when redeemed, giving a clear rupee value for your earnings.

CategoryReward rate
All other spends (base rate)1.50%
✈️ Travel & Flights3%
🍽️ Dining & Food3%
3%
Travel & Flights
3%
Dining & Food
Welcome bonus

10,000 reward points on first spend of ?25,000

Reward types: Points · Lounge · Miles

Beyond the reward rate

The non-reward benefits on IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card are meaningful for frequent users. Here is what you get with the card.

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Airport lounge access
Domestic lounges — unlimited. International lounges via Priority Pass.
No fuel surcharge waiver
Standard 1% surcharge applies at fuel pumps.

Who can apply for IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card

IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card requires a minimum net monthly income of ₹3,00,000 for salaried applicants and a CIBIL score of 780 or above. It is open to salaried employees and self-employed professionals and business owners.

₹3,00,000
Min monthly income
780+
CIBIL score
2165
Age (years)
RequirementDetail
Minimum monthly income₹3,00,000
CIBIL score780+ (good to excellent)
Age range2165 years
Employment typeSalaried, Self-employed, Business owner
Typical approval time7�14 working days

Premium card � requires high income or net worth proof.

Who should (and shouldn't) get IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card

✅ Best for
  • Heavy spenders on travel & flights who want 3% back
  • Heavy spenders on dining & food who want 3% back
  • Frequent travelers who value airport lounge access
  • International spenders benefiting from low forex markup
  • Moderate spenders who can clear the fee waiver condition
⚠️ Not ideal for
  • Low spenders who won't recover the high annual fee
  • Applicants with monthly income below ₹3,00,000

IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card — Questions answered

What is the annual fee for IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card?
The annual fee is ₹9,999 from year 2 onwards, with a one-time joining fee of ₹9,999. The fee is waivable: Spend ?15L in a year.
What is the minimum income required for IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card?
Salaried applicants need a minimum net monthly income of ₹3,00,000 and a CIBIL score of at least 780. Self-employed applicants typically need equivalent annual income proof. Premium card � requires high income or net worth proof.
What is the reward rate on IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card for travel & flights?
IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card earns 3% on travel & flights with no monthly cap. On all other spends, the base reward rate is 1.50%.
Does IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card provide airport lounge access?
Yes — IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card includes domestic airport lounge access and international airport lounge access via Priority Pass with unlimited visits.
How do I get the annual fee waived on IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card?
The annual fee on IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card is automatically waived when you meet the spend threshold: Spend ?15L in a 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 IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card approved?
Most applications for IndusInd Bank Celesta Credit Card are processed within 7�14 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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