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    UPI & Payments

    What is UPI Lite and how does it work?

    Updated · CardKhoj Editorial Team

    Short answer

    UPI Lite is an on-device wallet inside UPI apps for small payments without entering a PIN. You load up to ₹5,000 from your bank account and can pay up to ₹1,000 per transaction. Payments are faster, work even when your bank's servers are busy, and do not clutter your bank passbook.

    Key features

    • Maximum balance: ₹5,000.
    • Maximum per payment: ₹1,000.
    • No UPI PIN needed for each payment.
    • Auto top-up can be enabled when the balance falls below a level you choose.

    Is it safe?

    Because no PIN is needed, anyone with your unlocked phone could spend the UPI Lite balance — which is why the limits are small. Keep a screen lock on your phone and disable UPI Lite if your phone is lost.

    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.