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Axis Bank ACE Credit Card Review

Axis Bank ACE is best for paying bills and earning flat cashback everywhere. 5% cashback on bill payments and recharges via Google Pay.

Annual fee₹499 + GST
Fee waiver₹2,00,000 / year
Top reward rate5%
Forex markup3.5%
NetworkVisa
Min. income₹25,000/mo

Pros

  • 5% cashback on bill payments and recharges via Google Pay
  • 4% cashback on Swiggy, Zomato and Ola
  • 1.5% unlimited cashback on other spends

Cons

  • Accelerated cashback capped at ₹500 per month
  • No cashback on fuel, rent, wallet or EMI transactions

Reward rate by category

Effective value back per ₹100 spent. Cashback auto-credited to the statement.

Amazon1.5%
Flipkart1.5%
Other online shopping1.5%
Food delivery4%
Dining out1.5%
Groceries1.5%
Flights & hotels1.5%
Fuel0%
Bills & recharges5%
Everything else1.5%

Caps, tiers & milestones

  • 5% and 4% cashback combined capped at ₹500 per month

How much could you earn?

Estimated yearly value after fees and caps for typical spending patterns.

Balanced spender
₹3,96,000/yr spend
₹7,560
Online shopper
₹3,90,000/yr spend
₹7,890
Frequent traveller
₹8,04,000/yr spend
₹8,604
Family & groceries
₹5,88,000/yr spend
₹11,040

Use my own spends

Lounge access

4 domestic visits a year (spend-linked)

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Axis Bank ACE FAQs

What is the annual fee of the Axis Bank ACE credit card?

The Axis Bank ACE credit card has a joining fee of ₹499 and an annual fee of ₹499, plus 18% GST. The annual fee is waived if you spend ₹2,00,000 or more in a card year.

Is Axis Bank ACE a good credit card?

The Axis Bank ACE card is best for: paying bills and earning flat cashback everywhere. Its main strengths are: 5% cashback on bill payments and recharges via google pay; 4% cashback on swiggy, zomato and ola. Its main drawback: accelerated cashback capped at ₹500 per month.

What is the forex markup on Axis Bank ACE?

The Axis Bank ACE card charges a 3.5% forex markup on international transactions, plus 18% GST on the markup.

Does Axis Bank ACE offer airport lounge access?

Yes: 4 domestic visits a year (spend-linked). Banks often attach spend conditions to lounge access, so check the latest terms.

✓ Details verified 26 September 2026Minimum income: ₹25,000 a month (salaried), typical axis bank guideline (reported). Sources: Axis Bank: ACE Credit Card. Banks change terms often, so confirm on the Axis Bank website before applying.
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