SBI Cardholders Alert: SBI Card has announced significant revisions to its reward points program, impacting cardholders of certain credit cards. These changes, effective from March 31, 2025, and April 1, 2025, will result in reduced reward points for specific transactions, including online orders on Swiggy and Air India ticket purchases.
If you hold a SimplyCLICK SBI Card, Air India SBI Platinum Credit Card, or Air India SBI Signature Credit Card, it’s time to review these modifications to make the most of your rewards.
SimplyCLICK SBI Card: Lower Reward Points on Swiggy Orders
Currently, SimplyCLICK SBI Cardholders earn 10X reward points on online transactions made at Swiggy. However, starting April 1, 2025, this will be reduced to 5X reward points, cutting the benefits for frequent Swiggy users.
Good news: The 10X reward points structure remains unchanged for online purchases at:
- Apollo 24X7
- BookMyShow
- Cleartrip
- Domino’s
- IGP
- Myntra
- Netmeds
- Yatra
According to SBI Card’s official statement:
“From April 1, 2025, reward points for online spends at Swiggy using the SimplyCLICK SBI Card will be revised to 5X. However, 10X reward points will continue for transactions at Apollo 24X7, BookMyShow, Cleartrip, Domino’s, IGP, Myntra, Netmeds, and Yatra.”
Air India SBI Platinum Credit Card: Reduced Reward Points on Air India Ticket Bookings
Cardholders currently earn 15 reward points per ₹100 spent on Air India ticket purchases via the airline’s website or mobile app. However, from March 31, 2025, this will be significantly reduced to just 5 reward points per ₹100 spent.
As per SBI Card:
“Effective March 31, 2025, the reward benefit of 15 Reward Points per ₹100 spent on Air India tickets via its website or mobile app will be revised to 5 Reward Points on your Air India SBI Platinum Credit Card.”
Air India SBI Signature Credit Card: Substantial Drop in Air India Rewards
Currently, Air India SBI Signature Credit Card holders enjoy 30 reward points per ₹100 spent on Air India tickets via the airline’s website or app. This will be slashed to 10 reward points per ₹100 spent, effective March 31, 2025, leading to a considerable reduction in rewards for frequent flyers.
SBI Card Statement:
“From March 31, 2025, the accelerated reward benefit of 30 Reward Points per ₹100 spent on Air India ticket purchases via the airline’s website or mobile app will be revised to 10 Reward Points on your Air India SBI Signature Credit Card.”
Key Takeaways for SBI Cardholders
- Swiggy Reward Points Halved – From 10X to 5X (SimplyCLICK SBI Card)
- Air India Platinum Cardholders – From 15 points per ₹100 → 5 points per ₹100
- Air India Signature Cardholders – From 30 points per ₹100 → 10 points per ₹100
If you frequently use these SBI Cards for food delivery or travel bookings, these changes may impact your reward accumulation significantly. Cardholders should adjust their spending strategies accordingly to maximize benefits.
