Best Student Cards 2026
Compare 520 cards from 63 banks. Get exclusive offers, real-world reward rates, and zero hidden fees.
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EnKash Olympus / Freedom
SBM Bank India
Reward Rate
1.0% - 3.0%
Annual Fee
FREE
Lounge Access
4/yr
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Insta Easy Credit Card
Axis Bank
Reward Rate
0.5%
Annual Fee
FREE
Lounge Access
None
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Mine Credit Card
ICICI Bank
Reward Rate
1.0% - 3.0%
Annual Fee
₹149
Lounge Access
None
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PNB RuPay Millennial
Punjab National Bank
Reward Rate
0.75% - 1.5%
Annual Fee
₹350
Lounge Access
None
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FIRST SWYP
IDFC FIRST
Reward Rate
1.0% - 3.0%
Annual Fee
₹499
Lounge Access
None
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Freedom Visa
HDFC Bank
Reward Rate
0.8% - 3.0%
Annual Fee
₹500
Lounge Access
None
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Freedom Mastercard
HDFC Bank
Reward Rate
0.8% - 3.0%
Annual Fee
₹500
Lounge Access
None
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Freedom RuPay
HDFC Bank
Reward Rate
0.8% - 3.0%
Annual Fee
₹500
Lounge Access
None
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Frequently asked questions
How do I pick the right credit card in India?
Start from your biggest spend category. If most spending is online retail or groceries, a cashback card usually beats a premium card. If you fly more than four times a year, lounge access and low forex markup matter more than headline reward rates. Always check the annual fee waiver spend — a card is effectively free if you cross that threshold naturally.
What is a lifetime free credit card?
A lifetime free card charges no joining fee and no annual fee for as long as the card stays active. Use the Lifetime free filter to see every such card tracked here.
What income do I need for a credit card?
Entry-level cards typically start around ₹15,000–₹25,000 monthly income, while super-premium cards need ₹2 lakh or more per month or an equivalent relationship with the bank. Set your monthly income in the filter panel to see only cards you are likely to qualify for.
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