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Kotak Zen
81/100 · ₹1,500/yr
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Kotak Zen
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Kotak Zen

by Kotak Mahindra Bank · Data verified 2 days ago

Wellness-focused card with health and fitness benefits

81
Score
Based on rewards, fees, benefits & eligibility
₹1.5K
Fee
Waiver available on spending
5
Reward Pts
Base earn rate (per transaction slab)
0.00%
Cashback
On eligible transactions
5 RP Earn
base reward rate
8 per year Lounges
complimentary
₹1,500/yr
waiver available
81/100
CardSahayak rating
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How Much Can You Earn?

Calculate your potential rewards with this card

₹ /month
₹10,000 ₹5,00,000

Your Annual Benefits

Reward Points
pts
₹
Annual Fee
Card membership
-₹1,500
Net Annual Value

You save per year!

What's Great

  • 10 Zen Points per ₹150 on Apparels, Lifestyle, Jewellery & Departmental Stores
  • 8 complimentary domestic airport lounge visits per year (2 per quarter)
  • 3 complimentary international lounge visits per year via Priority Pass
  • Milestone bonus of up to 15,000 Zen Points on annual spends
  • Annual fee waived on spending ₹1,50,000 in previous anniversary year

Things to Consider

  • High foreign currency markup of 3.5% + GST
  • Zen Points value is modest when redeemed for vouchers/merchandise
  • No movie ticket discounts or golf privileges

Perfect For

Health conscious Fitness enthusiasts

About This Card

Wellness-focused card with health and fitness benefits
Annual Fee
₹1,500
Waiver
Waived on ₹1.5 Lakh annual spends
Joining Fee
₹1,500

Other Charges

Interest Rate (APR)
Monthly on outstanding balance
3.75% - 3.75%
Foreign Transaction Fee
Markup on international txns
3.50%
Fuel Surcharge Waiver
Save on fuel transactions
Up to ₹3,500/mo
Interest-Free Period
On new purchases if paid in full
20 to 48 days
Cash Advance Fee
Fee for cash withdrawal from ATM
2.5% of amount (min ₹300) + GST
Late Payment Fee
Charged if minimum due not paid on time
Outstanding Due
Penalty
≤₹100
Nil
₹100.01-₹500
₹100
₹500.01-₹5,000
₹500
₹5,000.01-₹10,000
₹750
₹10,000.01-₹25,000
₹950
₹25,000.01-₹50,000
₹1,100
>₹50,000
₹1,300
Reward Points Validity
How long your earned points remain valid
2 years from earning date
Card Replacement Fee
Fee for lost or damaged card replacement
₹200
5
Reward Pts
₹0.25
Point Value
0.00%
Cashback
Welcome Bonus
1500 Zen points on card activation

Milestone Rewards

7500 Zen points on Rs. 3,00,000 annual spends
Additional 7500 Zen points on Rs. 6,00,000 annual spends

Reward Earning by Category

Category Reward Rate Details
Shopping BONUS 7 pts/₹100 10 Zen Points per Rs. 150 on online shopping
Dining 3 pts/₹100 5 Zen Points per Rs. 150 on dining
Fuel — 1% fuel surcharge waiver; no reward points on fuel
Point Value: 1 point = ₹0.25 | Redemption Fee: ₹0 + GST per request

Domestic Lounges

8 per year

Int'l Lounges

3 per year

Fuel Savings

₹3,500/mo

Lost Card Cover

₹0

Add-On Card

₹299

Dining

  • •Reward points/cashback earned on dining transactions

Shopping

  • •5X points on eligible spends
  • •Contactless (tap-and-pay) enabled
  • •EMI conversion on purchases above Rs.2,500

Travel

  • •8 complimentary domestic lounge visits annually (2 per quarter)
  • •3 complimentary international lounge visits annually

Special Offers & Features

  • •Spend Rs. 30,000 within 60 days and receive a voucher worth Rs. 1,500
  • •Reward points capped at 6,500 per billing cycle
  • •1.8% railway surcharge on IRCTC, 2.5% on counters; max ₹500/financial year
  • •Reward points cap: 6,500 Zen Points per billing cycle
  • •Railway surcharge waiver: 1.8% on IRCTC, 2.5% at counters, capped at Rs.500/year

Reward Transfer Partners

Accor Live Limitless
Ratio: 12,000 Kotak Points = 1,000 ALL Reward Points
Min: 12,000 pts
Transfer: 5-7 days
12,000 Kotak Points = 1,000 ALL Reward points

Card Features

Contactless
✓ Yes
Virtual Card
✓ Yes
International
✓ Yes
Material
Plastic

Mobile Wallet Support

Google Pay Apple Pay Samsung Pay
81 out of 100

CardSahayak Score

"Apply Now" takes you to Kotak Mahindra Bank's official website.

Eligibility

Salaried ₹40,000/mo
Self-Employed ₹40,000/mo
Age 21-65 yrs
CIBIL 700+
Employment Salaried, Self-Employed
Card Variant Signature

Scores

Rewards 44/100
Fees 88/100
Benefits 38/100
Access 84/100

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Deals & Offers

Exclusive offers available on Kotak Zen

Bloom Hotels

Bloom Hotels

Experience vibrant, contemporary stays with Bloom Hotels across India. Kotak Credit Cardholders enjoy flat 25% instant discount up to ₹2,500 on room reservations.

25
Till 31 Dec 2026 KOTAKBLOOM travel
Discount
Flat 25% off
Min Spend
₹3,000
Max Savings
₹2,500
Valid Until
31 Dec 2026
How to Avail
Step 1: Visit stayatbloom.com or open Bloom Hotels booking portal.
Step 2: Choose your destination city and stay dates with minimum booking ₹3,000.
Step 3: Enter promo code KOTAKBLOOM at payment screen.
Step 4: Pay with Kotak Mahindra Bank Credit Card to get flat 25% instant discount.
Terms & Conditions

Valid on direct bookings at stayatbloom.com only. Minimum booking value of ₹3,000 required. Maximum instant discount is ₹2,500 per booking. Subject to room availability at participating Bloom Hotel properties across India.

Use Code: KOTAKBLOOM
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MakeMyTrip

MakeMyTrip

Fly for less across India with Kotak Mahindra Bank and MakeMyTrip. Enjoy a flat 10% instant discount up to ₹1,500 on all domestic flight bookings of ₹5,000 and above.Book IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet flights with code KOTAKMMT for immediate upfront savings.

10
Till 31 Dec 2026 KOTAKMMT travel
Discount
Flat 10% up to ₹1,500
Min Spend
₹5,000
Max Savings
₹1,500
Valid Until
31 Dec 2026
How to Avail
Step 1: Open MakeMyTrip mobile app or visit makemytrip.com.
Step 2: Search for domestic flights across any Indian carrier with minimum booking amount ₹5,000.
Step 3: In the coupon code input box on the payment page, enter KOTAKMMT.
Step 4: Pay using any Kotak Mahindra Bank Credit Card to deduct up to ₹1,500 instantly.
Terms & Conditions

Valid on domestic flight bookings across India. Minimum transaction value of ₹5,000 is required excluding taxes. Maximum discount is capped at ₹1,500 per booking. Valid once per cardholder per calendar month. Not applicable on corporate or commercial cards.

Use Code: KOTAKMMT
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Croma

Croma

Upgrade your digital life with electronics at Croma. Kotak credit cardholders receive up to ₹4,000 instant discount on premium tech, home appliances, and audio gear.

2500
Till 31 Dec 2026 electronics
Discount
Up to ₹2,500 off
Min Spend
₹20,000
Max Savings
₹2,500
Valid Until
31 Dec 2026
How to Avail
Step 1: Visit any Croma retail store or shop online at croma.com.
Step 2: Add eligible consumer electronics, televisions, or laptops worth ₹20,000+.
Step 3: Choose Kotak Bank Credit Card offer at payment checkout.
Step 4: Complete transaction to enjoy an instant discount up to ₹4,000.
Terms & Conditions

Valid on Kotak Debit Card EMI and Kotak Credit Card EMI transactions. Maximum instant discount Rs. 2,500.

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Zomato

Zomato

Savor gourmet cuisines and weekend dining with Zomato and Kotak Bank. Get flat 15% instant discount up to ₹150 on minimum food orders of ₹599.

15
Till 31 Dec 2026 KOTAKDINING dining
Discount
Flat 15% up to ₹150
Min Spend
₹599
Max Savings
₹150
Valid Until
31 Dec 2026
How to Avail
Step 1: Open Zomato app and pick your favorite restaurant.
Step 2: Add dishes totaling ₹599 or more to your cart.
Step 3: Apply coupon code KOTAKDINING at the order review screen.
Step 4: Pay with any Kotak Mahindra Bank Credit Card to get 15% off up to ₹150 instantly.
Terms & Conditions

Valid on food delivery orders placed via Zomato mobile app. Minimum cart value of ₹599 is required. Maximum discount is capped at ₹150. Valid once per customer per week.

Use Code: KOTAKDINING
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BookMyShow

BookMyShow

Catch the newest blockbusters with Buy 1 Get 1 Free movie tickets up to ₹250 on BookMyShow using Kotak credit cards.

BOGO
Till 31 Dec 2026 entertainment
Discount
BOGO up to ₹250
Min Spend
2 tickets
Max Savings
₹250
Valid Until
31 Dec 2026
How to Avail
Step 1: Book 2 or more movie tickets on BookMyShow.
Step 2: In the payment section, select Kotak Credit Card offer under 'Unlock Offer or Apply Promocodes'.
Step 3: Settle the balance with your Kotak Credit Card.
Terms & Conditions

Valid on minimum booking of 2 tickets. Free ticket discount capped up to ₹250. Available on select Kotak credit cards (Privy, League, Zen).

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Swiggy

Swiggy

Order your favorite meals on Swiggy and get flat 15% instant savings up to ₹100 using Kotak credit cards with coupon KOTAK100.

15%
Till 31 Dec 2026 KOTAK100 dining
Discount
15% up to ₹100
Min Spend
₹499
Max Savings
₹100
Valid Until
31 Dec 2026
How to Avail
Step 1: Order food on Swiggy app with minimum cart value of ₹499.
Step 2: Apply coupon code KOTAK100 on checkout.
Step 3: Pay using any Kotak Mahindra Bank Credit Card.
Terms & Conditions

Valid on minimum spend of ₹499. Maximum discount ₹100. Valid once per card per month on food orders.

Use Code: KOTAK100
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EaseMyTrip

EaseMyTrip

Enjoy up to ₹8,000 off on EaseMyTrip travel bookings with Kotak Bank Credit Card EMI using promo code KOTAKEMI (Domestic Flights: Flat 10% instant discount up to ₹1,800 on MOV ₹5,000).

10% (up to ₹1,800)
Till 31 Oct 2026 KOTAKEMI travel
Discount
Flat 10% up to ₹1,800 (Domestic Flights EMI); up to ₹8,000 on Int'l Hotels
Min Spend
₹5,000
Max Savings
₹1,800
Valid Until
31 Oct 2026
How to Avail
Step 1: Search domestic flights on EaseMyTrip.
Step 2: Enter promo code KOTAKEMI on payment page.
Step 3: Complete payment using Kotak Mahindra Bank Credit Card EMI.
Terms & Conditions

Valid on Kotak Bank Credit Cards EMI transactions on EaseMyTrip using code KOTAKEMI: Domestic Flights Flat 10% up to ₹1,800 (MOV ₹5,000), International Flights Flat 10% up to ₹5,000 (MOV ₹15,000), Domestic Hotels 15% up to ₹4,000, International Hotels 15% up to ₹8,000.

Use Code: KOTAKEMI
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❓ FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Kotak Zen

To be eligible, you need:
  • • Min age: 21 years
  • • Salaried: ₹40,000/month min
  • • Self-employed: ₹40,000/month min
  • • CIBIL: 700+ recommended
The annual fee is ₹1,500. The fee can be waived by Waived on ₹1.5 Lakh annual spends.
You earn 5 reward points per eligible transaction. Each point is worth approximately ₹0.25. Welcome bonus: 1500 Zen points on card activation on activation! Redeem for flights, hotels, vouchers via Kotak Mahindra Bank rewards portal.
Yes! Complimentary lounge access:
  • ✓ Domestic: 8 per year
  • ✓ International: 3 per year
  • → 8 complimentary domestic airport lounge visits per year (max 2 per calendar quarter) via Dreamfolks
  • → 3 complimentary international airport lounge visits per calendar year via Priority Pass
  • • Instant: Pre-approved Kotak Mahindra Bank customers
  • • 24-48 hrs: New customers with documents
  • • Delivery: 7-10 working days

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