Noida & Greater Noida Metro Card (2026): NCMC Guide

Cards that work on Noida Metro (Aqua Line)

SBI NMRC City1 card

Prepaid NCMC card sold at Noida Metro ticket counters. ₹100 issuance fee, top-ups from ₹100 in multiples of ₹100.

Other NCMC cards

NMRC says NCMC cards work at all Aqua Line stations since the August 2026 launch. Check at the gate if your bank card is new.

Key facts

NMRC launched NCMC service on 15 August 2026.
WhatsApp QR tickets: send "Hi" to 9599030188.

Using a credit card on the metro

RBL Bank RuPay credit cards include the NCMC feature, so you can tap them at NCMC metro gates. The offline wallet holds up to ₹2,000.
Most other credit cards (Visa, Mastercard and regular RuPay) don't work at metro gates unless they have the NCMC feature. Look for "NCMC" or "RuPay On-the-Go" on the card or in your bank app.
NCMC debit and prepaid cards are available from many banks, including SBI, HDFC, ICICI and Axis.

How to use an NCMC card

Top up the card's offline wallet at a station counter, ticket machine or through your bank app (plus the card's own balance for shopping).
Tap at the entry gate, then tap again at the exit gate. The fare is deducted from the offline wallet.
Keep a small balance. The offline wallet holds up to ₹2,000.

FAQs

Can I use a credit card on Noida Metro (Aqua Line)?

Yes, if it has the NCMC feature (for example RBL Bank RuPay credit cards). Noida Metro (Aqua Line) accepts NCMC cards. Regular credit cards without NCMC can't be tapped at the gates.

Which card should I buy for Noida Metro (Aqua Line)?

SBI NMRC City1 card: Prepaid NCMC card sold at Noida Metro ticket counters. ₹100 issuance fee, top-ups from ₹100 in multiples of ₹100.

Sources

✓ Fact-checked 26 September 2026Transit card rules change as systems upgrade. Confirm at the station or on the operator's website. Spotted a change? Tell us.

Noida & Greater Noida Metro Card: NCMC, Credit Cards & How to Pay (2026)