IDFC FIRST bank
IDFC FIRST classic credit card
Get the IDFC FIRST Classic Credit Card — a lifetime free credit card with rewards on everyday spending, railway lounge access, fuel benefits, and no annual fee forever.
Highlights
Main benefits
- Lifetime free credit card
- Reward points never expire
- Up to 10X reward points on select spends
- Complimentary railway lounge access
- 1% fuel surcharge waiver
- Low interest rates
- Easy EMI conversion option
Fees
Fees and charges
Joining fee
0
Renewal fee
0
Annual fee waiver
No annual fee — this card is lifetime free.
Who can apply
Eligibility
- Age: 21–65 years
- Salaried and self-employed applicants can apply
- Stable income source required
- Good credit score preferred (750+ improves approval chances)
Checklist
Documents required
- PAN Card
- Aadhaar Card
- Address Proof
- Income Proof / Salary Slip
- Passport-size Photograph
Process
How to apply
1. Visit the official IDFC FIRST Classic Credit Card page.
2. Click on “Apply Now."
3. Enter your details:
- Mobile number
- PAN card
- Date of birth
- Employment and income details
4. Check eligibility. IDFC FIRST Bank may instantly show your eligibility status.
5. Upload required documents (if needed):
- PAN card
- Aadhaar/address proof
- Salary slips or bank statements
- Income proof for self-employed applicants
6. Complete video KYC / OTP verification for digital approval.
7. Application review and approval. The bank checks:
- Credit score
- Income details
- Employment profile
- Existing banking relationship
8. Card delivery. After approval, the physical card is delivered to your registered address.
Value
Reward and cashback structure
Reward rate
Up to 10X reward points on spends above ₹20,000
Cashback
Reward points on every spend instead of direct cashback benefits.
Good fit
Pros
- No annual fee for lifetime
- Reward points never expire
- Good beginner-friendly credit card
- Complimentary railway lounge access
- Fuel surcharge waiver available
- Easy EMI conversion on purchases
- Low interest rates compared to many cards
Watchouts
Cons
- No major airport lounge access
- Lower cashback compared to premium cards
- Reward system may feel confusing for beginners
- Limited premium lifestyle benefits
- Best rewards available only on select spends
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| Field | IDFC FIRST classic credit card | IDFC FIRST millennia credit card |
|---|---|---|
| Bank/provider | IDFC FIRST bank | IDFC bank |
| Joining fee | 0 | 0 |
| Renewal fee | 0 | 0 |
| Best for | Beginners, everyday spending, shopping, utility bills, and lifetime free benefits | Online shopping, dining, everyday spending, and lifestyle rewards |
| Reward rate | Up to 10X reward points on spends above ₹20,000 | Earn reward points on every spend with accelerated rewards on select categories and merchants |
| Cashback | Reward points on every spend instead of direct cashback benefits | Earn reward points on spending instead of direct cashback benefits |
| Lounge access | Free railway lounge access with eligible card usage | Included railway lounge access on eligible transactions |
| Fuel surcharge waiver | 1% fuel surcharge waiver on eligible fuel transactions | 1% fuel surcharge waiver on eligible fuel transactions |
| Welcome benefit |
| Enjoy welcome offers and bonus rewards on eligible card activation and spending |
| Annual fee waiver condition | No annual fee — this card is lifetime free | No joining fee and no annual fee for lifetime |
| Eligibility |
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| Apply link | Apply Now | Apply Now |