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Paytm and Visa roll out Metro ticket, recharge and bill payment discounts for cardholders
Paytm partnered with Visa to offer cardholders 50% off up to ₹50 on Metro ticket bookings, with no minimum transaction value. From 1 October 2026, recharge and bill payment discounts of up to ₹100 apply on payments of ₹299 or more, valid until 31 December 2026.
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The numbers
Figures from MediaBrief
| Second Metro ticket offer: | 25% off up to ₹20 |
|---|---|
| Debit card recharge and bill payment offer: | flat 10% off up to ₹100 |
| Visa Platinum Credit offer: | flat 5% off up to ₹100 |
Why it matters for the brand
Paytm and Visa are funding capped, time-limited discounts (50% off up to ₹50 on Metro tickets twice per card each month, and 10% off up to ₹100 on recharges and bills of ₹299 or more on debit cards) from 1 October to 31 December 2026, so brands and merchants can use that quarter to test co-funded card offers that drive repeat everyday payments.
What to track next
- An announcement extending or replacing the offer beyond 31 December 2026
- Rival apps launching Metro ticket or recharge discounts during October to December 2026
- Mid-campaign changes to the discount caps, usage limits or the ₹299 minimum
- Paytm management commentary on payments volumes and card-linked usage in its next results
- Visa announcing similar offers with other platforms or issuers
The source
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