SBI Card PRIME

Joining Fee

₹2,999

Annual Fee

Rs. 2999 (Reversed on annual spends of Rs. 3 Lakhs)

Add-on Card Fee

Free per supplementary card

Rewards
Lifestyle
Travel
Best For: Frequent diners, Movie enthusiasts, Grocery shoppers, Travelers seeking lounge access, High spenders targeting milestone benefits

SBI Card PRIME

Rewards Structure

Base Reward Rate

2% on spends

Point Value

1 Point = ₹0.25

Earning Cap

₹250 /monthly

Points Validity

24 Months

Pros

  • 10X reward points on dining, groceries, departmental stores and movies
  • Welcome gift worth Rs.3,000
  • 8 complimentary domestic lounge visits per year
  • 4 complimentary international lounge visits per year
  • Birthday bonus rewards (20 points per Rs.100)
  • Milestone benefits including e-vouchers worth Rs.7,000 on Rs.5 Lakh spends
  • Renewal fee waiver on Rs.3 Lakh annual spend
  • Complimentary golf access (Mastercard)
  • Fraud liability cover of Rs.1 lakh

Cons

  • Annual fee of Rs.2,999 + taxes
  • Base reward rate of only 2 points per Rs.100 on non-accelerated categories
  • Fuel surcharge waiver capped at Rs.250 per month
  • Birthday reward points capped at 2,000 per calendar year
  • International lounge access capped at 2 visits per quarter
  • Air Accident insurance of Rs.50 lakhs being discontinued from 15 July 2025

Hidden Catches (Transparency Policy)

To build trust with our users, we highlight the fine print that issuers often tuck away in policy documents.

No reward points earned on fuel transactions

Fuel surcharge waiver only applicable on transactions between Rs.500 and Rs.4,000

Birthday reward points capped at 2,000 points per calendar year

International lounge visits capped at 2 per quarter (4 per year)

Welcome gift voucher sent within 30 days of annual fee payment, not card issuance

ITC Silver Tier Membership only for cards sourced from 1st September 2025 onwards

Air Accident insurance cover of Rs.50 lakhs discontinued from 15 July 2025

Key Benefits & Features

Welcome e-gift voucher worth Rs.3,000 from Bata/Hush Puppies, Pantaloons, Aditya Birla Fashion, Shoppers Stop or Yatra.com

Birthday benefit: 20 Reward Points per Rs.100 spent on birthday (capped at 2000 points per calendar year)

Complimentary 1-year Club ITC Silver Tier Membership for eligible cards sourced from 1st September 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement

18+ Years

Occupation

SALARIEDSELF_EMPLOYEDRETIREDSTUDENT

Required Documents

IDENTITY Proof

PAN Card
Aadhaar Card

Notable Exclusions

No reward points on fuel spends

*Exclusions may apply to EMI transactions, fuel, and wallet reloads based on current bank policy.

These details are based on information updated on . Fees and benefits change often - confirm on the issuer's own page before applying.

About SBI Card PRIME

The SBI Card PRIME is a premium lifestyle and rewards credit card designed for those who want to maximize value across everyday spending categories. With a joining and annual fee of Rs. 2,999, cardholders receive a welcome e-gift voucher worth Rs. 3,000 from brands such as Bata, Pantaloons, Shoppers Stop, and Yatra.com, making the fee effectively offset from day one. The card delivers strong rewards earning potential, offering 10 Reward Points per Rs. 100 spent on dining, groceries, departmental stores, and movies, along with 2 Reward Points on all other retail spends excluding fuel. Birthday spends are rewarded at an elevated rate of 20 Reward Points per Rs. 100. Cardholders also enjoy quarterly milestone rewards including Pizza Hut e-vouchers, and annual milestones unlocking a Rs. 7,000 e-gift voucher and renewal fee waiver on spends of Rs. 5 Lakhs and Rs. 3 Lakhs respectively. Travel privileges include 4 complimentary international Priority Pass lounge visits and 8 domestic lounge visits per calendar year. Additional benefits include a complimentary ITC Silver Tier Membership, 1% fuel surcharge waiver, contactless payment capability, fraud liability cover of Rs. 1 lakh, and acceptance at over 24 million outlets worldwide. This card is ideally suited for frequent diners, movie lovers, grocery shoppers, and travelers seeking well-rounded lifestyle rewards.

Expert Review

Our Verdict

Premium lifestyle card with 10X rewards on dining & movies, lounge access, and rich milestone benefits.

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