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South Indian Bank Signature Credit Card

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Welcome offer5,000 reward points on spends of ₹50,000 within the first 30 days of card activation (as published)
Annual fee
₹ 500
Reward rate
2 reward points per ₹100 on all spends, 5 reward points per ₹100 on dining & movies
Credit score
750+
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South Indian Bank Signature Credit Card
Visa
Rewards

How the rewards work

What you earn on every spend, and the ways you can cash it in.

You earn

2 reward points per ₹100 on all spends, 5 reward points per ₹100 on dining & movies

Points can be redeemed for vouchers, gifts or cashback at a typical value of 1 point = ₹0.25. Milestone and welcome offers as on the product page.

Reward currency
Reward Points
Card network
Visa
Perks

What you get with this card

The privileges that come bundled in, beyond the reward points.

  • Fuel surcharge waiver

  • Dining discounts

  • Movie ticket discounts

  • Reward points on all spends

  • Contactless payments

Our verdict

Pros & cons

An honest read on where this card earns its keep — and where it doesn't.

What we like

  • Good reward rate on all spends

  • Low annual fee with spend waiver

  • Fuel surcharge waiver

What to watch out for

  • No lounge access

  • Redemption value of points is modest

  • Higher APR compared to some peers

Costs

Fees & charges

Everything the issuer can bill you for, in one place.

Annual fee
₹500Charged every year from the second year

Other charges

Applied only when the situation arises

Foreign currency markup
3.5% of transaction value
Late payment
₹500 to ₹1,500 based on due amount
Returned payment
₹500

Interest rates

Charged on any balance you carry forward

Purchases
3.5% per month (42% p.a.)
Balance transfer
3.5% per month (42% p.a.)
Cash advance
3.5% per month (42% p.a.)

Fee waiver: most issuers waive the renewal fee once your yearly spends cross a set threshold. Confirm the exact criteria with South Indian Bank before you apply.

Eligibility

Will you qualify?

The credit profile this card is typically approved for.

750+out of 900
Good credit score

What this means for your application

  • Higher scores improve both your approval odds and the credit limit you're offered.
  • Issuers also weigh income, employment stability and your existing debt.
  • A rejected application leaves a hard enquiry on your report — apply only when you comfortably qualify.

Note: this is a guideline, not a hard cut-off. Existing customers of South Indian Bank are often approved on slightly lower scores.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions about South Indian Bank Signature Credit Card

Everything you need to know about South Indian Bank Signature Credit Card fees, reward conversion, lounge access, and application eligibility.

The joining fee for South Indian Bank Signature Credit Card is nominal, and the annual renewal fee is ₹500 + GST. Many cardholders can get the renewal fee waived by reaching the annual milestone spend threshold. Check official bank terms for current welcome gift vouchers that offset the initial fee.

To qualify for South Indian Bank Signature Credit Card from South Indian Bank, a CIBIL score of 750 or higher is recommended. Applicants with a stable monthly income, low credit utilization (under 30%), and zero recent payment defaults have the highest likelihood of approval.

South Indian Bank Signature Credit Card is designed to reward everyday spends. It currently features: "5,000 reward points on spends of ₹50,000 within the first 30 days of card activation (as published)". You earn reward points or cashbacks on eligible transactions, which can be redeemed for statement credit, air miles, or shopping vouchers via South Indian Bank's rewards portal.

South Indian Bank Signature Credit Card does not include unconditional complimentary lounge access as a primary perk. If airport lounge access is a priority, consider pairing this card with a dedicated travel credit card.

You can apply for South Indian Bank Signature Credit Card directly online. Have your PAN card, Aadhaar card, income proof (salary slips or Form 16/ITR), and bank statement ready. Most applicants receive digital KYC verification and an approval decision within a few business days.