Do you live in areas with low internet connectivity, or are you bothered by rising ATM withdrawal fees. UPI Lite, launched by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), is a groundbreaking solution that allows you to make small-value digital payments in real-time, even without an internet connection. It makes low-value transactions fast, easy, and completely offline, reducing the need for ATM visits and completely avoiding the hefty fees charged by banks. It is specifically designed for users who make frequent small payments.
What is UPI Lite
UPI Lite was developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) as a lite version of UPI. It works like an on-device wallet linked to your bank account.
The secret to offline convenience is that transactions made with UPI Lite are not sent directly to bank servers in real time, but are completed offline. This feature eliminates the need for the internet and makes transactions almost instantaneous. Banks process these small transactions later as a whole.
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Limits for using UPI Lite
UPI Lite is designed for small transactions, so it has certain limits. You can make payments of up to ₹1,000 at a time. You can hold a maximum of ₹5,000 in your UPI Lite wallet. You can transact up to ₹10,000 in a day, meaning your wallet can be loaded with ₹5,000 twice a day. This is extremely convenient for low-value payments, such as buying groceries, paying for a taxi, or paying for tea.
How can you get relief from ATM charges
As you’ve seen in SBI’s new rules, exceeding the free ATM transaction limit incurs a hefty fee of ₹15 to ₹23. Since UPI Lite empowers you to make payments even without an internet connection, your need to rely on ATMs for cash withdrawals is significantly reduced.
You can make payments up to ₹1,000 for small daily expenses through UPI Lite. This way, you reduce your regular ATM withdrawals, save on your monthly free limit, and remain completely free from additional charges. This is an excellent way to promote the digital economy and meet customers’ small financial needs.
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