HDFC MoneyBack+ credit card
Entry Level

HDFC MoneyBack+

HDFC logo HDFC
6.7
CardTrail Score
Decent
out of 10
💰 Net Value
4.0
🔓 Accessibility
8.5
Feature Depth
4.7
🏦 Bank Trust
6.5
How we score →
Annual Fee
₹500
Spend ₹50K/year
Forex Markup
3.5%
Reward Rate
0.5%
Up to 2%
Lounge Access
4
domestic | 0 intl

About This Card

The HDFC MoneyBack+ is an entry-level card for those new to credit cards. With a ₹500 annual fee waived at just ₹50K spend, it offers 2X rewards on online transactions. Limited but functional — a stepping stone to HDFC's premium portfolio.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Very low entry barrier
  • 2X on online shopping
  • Lounge access even on entry card

Cons

  • 0.5% base reward rate is poor
  • 3.5% forex markup
  • No international lounge access

Fee Details

Annual Fee
₹500
Joining Fee
₹500
Fee Waiver Condition
Spend ₹50K/year
Fuel Surcharge Waiver
Yes
EMI Conversion
Yes

Reward Structure

Base Rate
0.5%
Max Rate
2%
Currency
CashPoints
Welcome Bonus
500 CashPoints

Lounge Access

Domestic Lounges
4
per quarter
International Lounges
0

Key Highlights

  • + 2X rewards on online spends
  • + ₹500 fee waived at ₹50K spend
  • + 4 domestic lounge visits/quarter

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Quick Summary

Best For
cashback beginner
Annual Fee ₹500
Base Reward 0.5%
Max Reward 2%
Forex Markup 3.5%
Network Visa
Min Income ₹2L+

CardTrail Score

6.7
/ 10

Scored across rewards, fees, lounge access, forex, and overall value. Methodology.

Best For

cashback beginner

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