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RBI raises UPI Lite, UPI 123Pay limits at MPC: How it affects your wallet

by TLAteam October 9, 2024October 9, 2024
written by TLAteam October 9, 2024October 9, 2024
RBI raises UPI Lite, UPI 123Pay limits at MPC: How it affects your wallet

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced significant changes to the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) system during its latest Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting. The central bank raised the transaction limits for two key UPI services—UPI 123Pay and UPI Lite—offering more convenience for millions of users.

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“UPI has transformed India’s financial landscape by making digital payments accessible and inclusive through continuous innovation and adaptation. To further encourage wider adoption of UPI and make it more inclusive, it has been decided to enhance the per-transaction limit in UPI123Pay from Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000; and increase the UPI Lite wallet limit from Rs 2,000 to Rs 5,000 and per-transaction limit from Rs 500 to Rs 1,000,” said RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.

The RBI has increased the per-transaction limit for UPI 123Pay from Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000, doubling the cap for feature phone users. Additionally, the limit for UPI Lite wallets has been raised from Rs 2,000 to Rs 5,000, aimed at simplifying small-value digital transactions for users.

These moves are designed to improve the accessibility and efficiency of digital payments across the country, particularly for those without smartphones or access to high-speed internet.

What is UPI 123Pay?
Launched in March 2022, UPI 123Pay was created by the RBI and the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to help the 400 million feature phone users in India access digital payments. Unlike regular UPI services, which require smartphones and internet access, UPI 123Pay enables users with feature phones to make transactions through simple methods. This innovation supports the government’s goal of financial inclusion by providing digital payment solutions for a larger population.

UPI 123Pay works through four methods:

IVR (Interactive Voice Response): Users can call a pre-set number and follow voice prompts in multiple languages to complete a payment.
Missed Call Transactions: Users place a missed call to a merchant-specific number. They receive a call back to authenticate the payment using a UPI PIN.
App-based Payments for Feature Phones: A simplified UPI app that provides basic functionalities, such as sending and receiving money.
Proximity Sound-based Payments: This feature allows users to tap their phone on a merchant device, using sound waves to facilitate contactless payments.
How to Set Up UPI 123Pay

Feature phone users can set up UPI 123Pay by dialing *99#, choosing their bank, and following the instructions to link their account. Users will need their debit card details to create a UPI PIN, after which they can start making secure, internet-free transactions.

UPI Lite
UPI Lite was introduced to make small-value transactions more convenient. With the wallet limit now increased to Rs 5,000, users can store money directly on their devices. This feature eliminates the need to access a bank server for every transaction, speeding up payments for everyday purchases, such as groceries or transport fares. UPI Lite is expected to make frequent small transactions easier, especially in areas with limited internet connectivity.

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