Lifestyle
Kotak Silk Inspire Credit Card
6.1
CardTrail Score
Decent
out of 10
Annual Fee
₹499
Spend ₹1L/year
Forex Markup
3.5%
Reward Rate
0.5%
Up to 2%
Lounge Access
0
domestic | 0 intl
About This Card
The Kotak Silk Inspire Credit Card is a lifestyle credit card from Kotak with an annual fee of ₹499. It earns rewards at 0.5% on everyday purchases. Key perks include fuel surcharge waiver. Best suited for everyday users.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Fuel surcharge waiver saves on petrol/diesel
- Easy EMI conversion on purchases
- Attractive welcome bonus: ₹250 voucher
Cons
- 3.5% forex markup is above average
- No complimentary lounge access
- Below-average base reward rate
Fee Details
Annual Fee
₹499
Joining Fee
₹499
Fee Waiver Condition
Spend ₹1L/year
Fuel Surcharge Waiver
Yes
EMI Conversion
Yes
Reward Structure
Base Rate
0.5%
Max Rate
2%
Currency
Kotak Rewards
Welcome Bonus
₹250 voucher
Lounge Access
Domestic Lounges
0
International Lounges
0
Key Highlights
- + Annual fee ₹499 (waiver: Spend ₹1L/year)
- + Fuel surcharge waiver at all pumps
- + Welcome bonus: ₹250 voucher
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Quick Summary
Best For
general
Annual Fee ₹499
Base Reward 0.5%
Max Reward 2%
Forex Markup 3.5%
Network Visa
Min Income ₹3L+
CardTrail Score
Best For
general
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