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FIRST EA₹N - FD Backed Virtual RuPay Credit Card

A Cashback Credit Card for Everyone

Annual fee
₹499
Forex markup
3.5%
Lounges (Dom/Intl)
— / —
Welcome benefit
₹250

Is this card worth it for you?

Drag the sliders to match your spend. The number on the right updates live.

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

Remaining 75% goes on everything else (groceries, utilities, online shopping). Earning rate: 0.50% travel · 0.50% dining · 0.50% base.

Net steady-state return
₹3,000 /year
0.50% effective · fee waived
Annual reward earned₹3,000
Welcome benefit (year 1)One-time₹250
Annual fee₹0 (waived)
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.

vs Axis Bank ACE

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

Metric
FIRST EA₹N - FD Backed Virtual RuPay Credit Card
Axis Bank ACE
Annual fee
₹499
₹499
Annual reward
₹3,000
₹9,000
Net /year (steady)
₹3,000
₹9,000
Forex markup
3.5%

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Frequently asked

Is the FIRST EA₹N - FD Backed Virtual RuPay Credit Card worth the ₹499 fee?

It depends on your spend. The FIRST EA₹N - FD Backed Virtual RuPay Credit Card earns 0.5% base reward and waives the annual fee at ₹1,00,000 of yearly spend. Use the break-even calculator above to see your specific number.

What is the eligibility for FIRST EA₹N - FD Backed Virtual RuPay Credit Card?

IDFC First hasn't published a hard minimum income for FIRST EA₹N - FD Backed Virtual RuPay Credit Card. Approval depends on credit score, existing relationship, and employment type.

What is the forex markup on FIRST EA₹N - FD Backed Virtual RuPay Credit Card?

FIRST EA₹N - FD Backed Virtual RuPay Credit Card charges 3.5% forex markup on international transactions.

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