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ICICI Bank Platinum Chip Credit Card

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ICICI Bank Platinum Chip Credit Card
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ICICI Bank Platinum Chip Credit Card front
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Lifetime free card. This card is the property of ICICI. If found, please return to the nearest ICICI branch. Use subject to the issuer's terms.

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Reviewed by CardAdvisor Editorial Team· Last verified 1 Jan 2025· How we research

ICICI Platinum is ICICI Bank's lifetime-free starter card with 2 PAYBACK points per ₹100 on all spends. Ideal as a first credit card for salaried individuals building their credit score with no annual fee pressure.

At a glance

Free
Joining fee
Lifetime free
Annual fee
Not needed
Fee waiver
0.50%
Best reward rate
₹15,000/mo
Min income

Rewards by category

What you earn on every rupee, per spend category.

CategoryTypeRateMonthly cap
Otherreward points0.50%

Other: 2X PAYBACK points on all transactions

Fees & charges

The numbers that matter beyond rewards — verify on the issuer site before applying.

3.75% p.m. · 45.0% p.a.
Finance charge (APR)
3.5%
Forex markup
2.5% (min ₹500)
Cash advance fee
Free
Add-on card fee
1%, cap ₹250
Fuel surcharge waiver
1%
Rent payment fee
₹99
Reward redemption fee

LATE PAYMENT FEE

Outstanding balanceLate fee
Up to ₹500Nil
₹501 – ₹5,000₹500
₹5,001 – ₹10,000₹750
₹10,001 – ₹25,000₹900
₹25,001 – ₹50,000₹1,100
Above ₹50,001₹1,300

Who is this card for?

First-time card usersLow to moderate spenders
  • 🌱Entry tiergreat for first-time and lower-spend users.
  • 🎯Strongest value if you spend heavily on Other (0.50% back).

👍 Pros

  • No joining or annual fee — lifetime free
  • Simple, accessible entry/mid-tier card

👎 Cons

  • Reward caps may limit value for very high spenders
  • Fewer premium travel and lifestyle perks

Eligibility & documents

Age18–60 years
Min. income₹15,000/mo
EmploymentSalaried · Self-employed · Student

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

  • 📄PAN card
  • 📄Aadhaar / valid address proof
  • 📄Latest 3 months bank statement
  • 📄Income proof — salary slips (salaried) or ITR (self-employed)
  • 📄Recent passport-size photograph

How to redeem rewards

Ways to convert what you earn into real value.

  • 🎁Statement credit / cashback adjustment
  • 🎁Online rewards catalogue (vouchers, merchandise)
  • 🎁Flight & hotel bookings via the issuer rewards portal
  • 🎁Airline / hotel partner point transfers (on eligible cards)

What your icici reward points are worth

Realistic value per point by redemption route — the difference is what most people leave on the table.

Statement credit / catalogue

Standard redemption

0.25/pt
iShop flights & hotelsBEST

Higher value via iShop travel

0.40/pt

🔥 Live offers on this card

1 live

Transfer bonuses and promos running right now for this card's rewards.

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3X value on iShop flights & hotels

Redeem ICICI Reward Points via iShop travel at up to ₹0.40/point — far better than the standard catalogue.

Ends 2026-06-30 · view offer ↗

See your best move with these points →

Frequently asked questions

What is the annual fee for the ICICI Bank Platinum Chip Credit Card?+

This card is lifetime free — there is no joining or annual fee.

What is the foreign currency markup?+

The forex markup is 3.50% on international transactions.

Is there a fuel surcharge waiver?+

Yes — a 1.00% fuel surcharge waiver, up to Rs 250 per statement cycle.

What is the minimum age and income to apply?+

Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a minimum income of Rs 15000 per month.

SOURCES & VERIFICATION

Fees, reward rates, and benefits for the ICICI Bank Platinum Chip Credit Card are taken from ICICI's official Most Important Terms & Conditions (MITC) and fee schedule — see the issuer's official page. Last verified 1 Jan 2025. Reviewed for accuracy by CardAdvisor Editorial Team. Card terms change often — always confirm current details on the issuer's site before applying. How we research & review →

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