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Axis Bank ACE

Annual fee
₹499
Forex markup
Lounges (Dom/Intl)
4 / 0
Welcome benefit

Is this card worth it for you?

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Monthly spend₹50,000
% on travel15%
% on dining10%

Remaining 75% goes on everything else (groceries, utilities, online shopping). Earning rate: 1.50% travel · 1.50% dining · 1.50% base.

Net steady-state return
₹9,000 /year
1.50% effective · fee waived
Annual reward earned₹9,000
Annual fee₹0 (waived)
Joining fee (year 1 only)−₹499
Strong fit at this spend.

After fees, you're earning real money on this card. The break-even moves with your category mix — pull travel up if you fly more, dining if you eat out.

Where this card wins

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vs SBI Card Unnati

At ₹50,000/month with 15% travel and 10% dining.

Metric
Axis Bank ACE
SBI Card Unnati
Annual fee
₹499
₹499
Annual reward
₹9,000
₹1,500
Net /year (steady)
₹9,000
₹1,500
Forex markup

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Frequently asked

Is the Axis Bank ACE worth the ₹499 fee?

It depends on your spend. The Axis Bank ACE earns 1.5% base reward and waives the annual fee at ₹2,00,000 of yearly spend. Use the break-even calculator above to see your specific number.

What is the eligibility for Axis Bank ACE?

Axis hasn't published a hard minimum income for Axis Bank ACE. Approval depends on credit score, existing relationship, and employment type.

How do I redeem points on Axis Bank ACE?

Best redemption is at Statement credit, where 1 point ≈ ₹1. Other paths (statement credit, vouchers) usually return less.

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Reward rates and fees are sourced from Axis's product page and may change. Always confirm with the card issuer before applying.