IndiGo x IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card: Perks, Pitfalls & Our Verdict

IndiGo and IDFC FIRST Bank have launched a dual-network credit card targeted at frequent flyers and savvy spenders. Here’s an overview:

  • Dual Network: Get both RuPay and Mastercard cards, accepted globally.
  • Unlimited IndiGo BluChips: Earn rewards whether you pay via UPI or use the card internationally.
  • Joining Benefits:
    • 5,000 IndiGo BluChips auto-credited
    • IndiGo meal voucher
    • EazyDiner 3-month membership
    • ₹3,000 Postcard Hotels stay voucher
  • Annual Milestone Rewards: Earn up to 25,000 BluChips per year by hitting spend thresholds.
  • Accelerated Earning:
    • 6 BluChips/₹100 on IndiGo website/app
    • 3 BluChips/₹100 on other spends
    • 0.5 BluChips/₹100 on UPI and essentials
  • Travel Perks:
    • Trip cancellation cover up to ₹25,000
    • 1.49% low forex markup

Tapnow Insight:

Despite the attractive joining perks and milestone rewards, we at Tapnow suggest taking a closer look before committing:

  • The ₹4,999 + GST annual fee is significant.
  • Rewards are heavily skewed towards IndiGo spends—general users may not maximize benefits.
  • UPI and essential spends earn very low rewards.