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SBM Bank (India) Limited

SBM Credilio Credit Card

Secured FD-backed credit card with unlimited cashback and easy approval.

Lifetime Free Cashback Rating 3.5
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SBM Credilio Credit Card
Joining Fee
₹0
Annual Fee
₹0
Base Rewards
1% cashback on all spends (varies by variant and offer).
Accelerated
Up to 10X rewards on specific spends via UPI (RuPay app campaigns), subject to campaign terms.

Overview

SBM Credilio Credit Card is a secured credit card issued by SBM Bank (India) Limited in partnership with Credilio Financial Technologies Pvt. Ltd. The card is issued against a fixed deposit (FD) opened with the bank and is designed for easier approval — even without income proof or credit score — while providing 1% cashback on everyday spends and helping users build credit history.

Features & Benefits

FD-backed secured card Unlimited 1% cashback Low forex markup Instant virtual card Secured credit card backed by FD Suitable for beginners and new-to-credit users Flexible FD amount sets credit limit New credit users Students Housewives Freelancers Everyday spenders

Joining & Renewal Benefits

Joining

Cashback rewards on spends and partner brand vouchers (varies with ongoing promotions).

Renewal

Annual fee is often waived upon meeting the annual spend criteria of around ₹25,000.

Cashback & Rewards

  • • 1% cashback on eligible everyday spends
  • • Accelerated rewards via limited-time UPI campaigns
Reward Redemption

Cashback is credited directly to the credit card statement for qualified spends. Rewards may also be converted into Novio Coins, redeemable for brand vouchers via the Novio/Credilio app.

Lifestyle Benefits

  • • Easy digital application process
  • • Helps build credit score with on-time repayments
  • • Virtual card issued instantly upon approval via app
Fuel Surcharge

Forex Markup

Approximately 2.49% forex markup fee, making it competitive for international spends.

Fees & Charges

Joining Fee
₹0
Annual Fee
₹0
Fee Waiver Spend
₹0
Income Requirement
₹0
Pros
  • • Easy approval with FD (no income proof needed)
  • • Earn cashback on everyday spends
  • • Low forex markup compared to many entry cards
Cons
  • • Rewards redemption limited to partner app vouchers
  • • Requires FD (funds remain locked)
Exclusions
  • • FD not maintained or closed may lower credit limit
  • • Certain transactions like wallet loads and utility categories may not earn cashback
Add-on Cards

Add-on cards are not currently supported.

Eligibility
  • • Must be an Indian resident
  • • 18+ years of age
  • • A valid FD booked via SBM Credilio app
Upcoming Changes

Annual fee may be charged but is often waived on meeting minimum annual spend criteria.