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UPI payment failed but money was debited — what should I do?
Updated · CardKhoj Editorial Team
Short answer
Wait a little — most failed UPI payments are reversed automatically, and RBI requires the reversal within one business day (T+1). If the money is not back by then, raise a complaint in your UPI app under the transaction and with your bank. Banks must pay you ₹100 for every day of delay beyond the deadline.
Step by step
- Check the transaction status in your app — “pending” often resolves within a few hours.
- If still debited the next business day, use “Raise dispute” or “Help” on that transaction.
- Note the UPI reference number (UTR) and contact your bank's customer care.
- If not resolved within 30 days, complain to the RBI Ombudsman at cms.rbi.org.in.
Compensation rule
Under RBI's turnaround-time framework for failed digital transactions, if a failed UPI payment is not reversed within T+1 days, the bank must automatically credit you ₹100 per day of delay.
This answer is general information, not personalised financial or tax advice. Rules, rates and limits change — confirm with your bank, the RBI or a qualified adviser before making decisions.