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Standard Chartered Ultimate
90/100 · ₹5,000/yr
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Standard Chartered Ultimate

by Standard Chartered · Data verified 2 days ago

Ultra-premium card with 3.3% rewards rate and unlimited lounges

90
Score
Based on rewards, fees, benefits & eligibility
₹5K
Fee
5
Reward Pts
Base earn rate (per transaction slab)
5.00%
Cashback
On eligible transactions
5 RP Earn
base reward rate
16 per year Lounges
complimentary
₹5,000/yr
card fee
90/100
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
₹
Cashback
5.00% on spends
₹
Annual Fee
Card membership
-₹5,000
Net Annual Value

You save per year!

What's Great

  • High 3.33% base reward rate (5 Reward Points per ₹150 spent; 1 RP = ₹1)
  • 4 complimentary domestic airport lounge visits per quarter (16 visits/year)
  • 1 complimentary international lounge visit per month via Priority Pass (12 visits/year)
  • Reduced 2.0% forex markup on international transactions
  • 5,000 Reward Points on renewal fee payment (worth ₹5,000, offsetting renewal cost)
  • 1 complimentary golf game and 1 coaching session per month
  • 5% cashback on duty-free spends (up to ₹1,000/month)
  • Air accident cover of $200,000 (~₹1.65 Cr) and travel medical cover up to $25,000

Things to Consider

  • No spend-based annual fee waiver (₹5,000 + GST every year)
  • Lounge visits require minimum ₹20,000 spend in previous billing cycle
  • International lounge visits limited to 1 visit per month via Priority Pass
  • Golf access requires minimum ₹20,000 monthly spend
  • Reward points redemption attracts standard redemption fee

Perfect For

Frequent travelers High spenders Points collectors

About This Card

Ultra-premium card with 3.3% rewards rate and unlimited lounges
Annual Fee
₹5,000
Joining Fee
₹5,000

Other Charges

Interest Rate (APR)
Monthly on outstanding balance
3.75% - 3.75%
Foreign Transaction Fee
Markup on international txns
2.00%
Fuel Surcharge Waiver
Save on fuel transactions
Up to ₹1,000/mo
Interest-Free Period
On new purchases if paid in full
20 to 52 days
Cash Advance Fee
Fee for cash withdrawal from ATM
2.5% of amount (min ₹500) + 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
₹700
>₹10,000
₹1,200
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
Monthly Cashback Cap
Maximum cashback you can earn per month
₹1,000/mo
5
Reward Pts
₹1.00
Point Value
5.00%
Cashback
Welcome Bonus
6,000 Reward Points on card activation and payment of joining fee (worth ₹6,000)

Milestone Rewards

5,000 Reward Points on every successful annual renewal fee payment (worth ₹5,000, offsetting renewal cost)

Reward Earning by Category

Category Reward Rate Details
Shopping 5 pts/₹100 5 RP per ₹150
Dining 5 pts/₹100 5 RP per ₹150
Travel 5 pts/₹100 5 RP per ₹150
Fuel — Fuel surcharge waiver
Point Value: 1 point = ₹1.00 | Redemption Fee: ₹0 + GST per request

Domestic Lounges

16 per year

Int'l Lounges

12 per year

Travel Insurance

₹50L cover

Golf Benefits

Complimentary

Concierge

24/7 assistance

Fuel Savings

₹1,000/mo

Lost Card Cover

₹0

Dining

  • •Up to 25% discount at 750+ restaurants via concierge

Shopping

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

Travel

  • •4 complimentary domestic airport lounge visits per quarter (16 visits/year)
  • •1 complimentary international lounge visit per month via Priority Pass outside India (12 visits/year)
  • •1 complimentary golf game and 1 coaching session per month at 20+ courses in India and 150+ worldwide (min ₹20,000 monthly spend)
  • •Air Accident Cover: $200,000 (~₹1.65 Crore)
  • •Medical Travel Insurance: up to $25,000 (~₹20 Lakh)
  • •5% cashback on duty-free transactions (capped at ₹1,000 per month)

Partner Benefits

  • •Avis: up to 35% off on car rentals
  • •Hertz: up to 25% upgrade
  • •yQ: 25% off on fast track services

Special Offers & Features

  • •5% cashback on duty-free spends (max ₹1,000/month)
  • •Supplementary card with Priority Pass available

EMI Options

  • •EMI conversion on purchases above Rs.5,000
  • •Tenure: 3, 6, 9, 12 months
  • •Interest rate: 12-22% p.a.

Reward Transfer Partners

Singapore Airlines
Ratio: 4:1
Min: 5,000 pts
Transfer: 5-7 days
KrisFlyer transfer
Air India
Ratio: 4:1
Min: 5,000 pts
Transfer: 5-7 days
Flying Returns transfer
Marriott Bonvoy
Ratio: 4:1
Min: 5,000 pts
Transfer: 5-7 days
Marriott transfer

Card Features

Contactless
✓ Yes
Virtual Card
✗ No
International
✓ Yes
Material
Plastic

Mobile Wallet Support

Google Pay Apple Pay Samsung Pay
90 out of 100

CardSahayak Score

"Apply Now" takes you to Standard Chartered's official website.

Eligibility

Salaried ₹75,000/mo
Self-Employed ₹100,000/mo
Age 21-65 yrs
CIBIL 750+
Employment Salaried, Self-Employed
Card Variant Ultimate

Scores

Rewards 66/100
Fees 82/100
Benefits 87/100
Access 65/100

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Deals & Offers

Exclusive offers available on Standard Chartered Ultimate

SC Ultimate Credit Card: ₹6,000 Welcome Bonus + ₹5,000 Renewal Bonus

Standard Chartered Ultimate offers 6,000 bonus points (₹6,000 value) on activation plus 5,000 bonus points on renewal. Ongoing 3.33% effective reward rate (5 RP per ₹150, 1 RP = ₹1).

6000 welcome + 5000 renewal
rewards
Discount
₹6,000 welcome bonus
Min Spend
₹50,000 in first 60 days
Max Savings
₹6,000 welcome bonus
How to Avail
Apply for SC Ultimate → Activate card → Welcome bonus auto-credited. Use card for 3.33% effective rewards.
Terms & Conditions

Ongoing card benefit. 6,000 welcome points on activation (₹50K spend in 60 days). 5,000 renewal points. 5 RP per ₹150 (1 RP = ₹1). Fee ₹5,000+GST.

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SC Ultimate Credit Card: 12 Golf Rounds + Priority Pass Lounge Access

Standard Chartered Ultimate includes complimentary Priority Pass membership, 4 domestic lounge visits per quarter, and up to 12 complimentary golf rounds annually.

lifestyle
Discount
12 golf rounds + Priority Pass lounge access
Min Spend
Card membership benefit
Max Savings
12 golf rounds + Priority Pass lounge access
How to Avail
Present SC Ultimate card at lounges. Book golf via SC rewards portal.
Terms & Conditions

Ongoing card benefit. Priority Pass membership included. 4 domestic lounge visits/quarter. International lounge on ₹20K monthly spend. 12 golf rounds/year.

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MakeMyTrip

MakeMyTrip

Explore the world with Standard Chartered Credit Cards. Enjoy a flat 10% instant discount up to ₹5,000 on international flights on MakeMyTrip using promo code MMTSCB.

8
Till 31 Dec 2026 MMTSCB travel
Discount
Flat 10% up to ₹5,000
Min Spend
₹25,000
Max Savings
₹5,000
Valid Until
31 Dec 2026
How to Avail
Step 1: Open MakeMyTrip app or website.
Step 2: Select international flights with minimum booking amount ₹25,000.
Step 3: Apply promo code MMTSCB on payment page.
Step 4: Pay using Standard Chartered Credit Card to get up to ₹5,000 instant discount.
Terms & Conditions

Valid on international flight bookings originating from India. Minimum spend of ₹25,000 required. Maximum discount capped at ₹5,000 per booking. Valid once per cardholder per calendar quarter.

Use Code: MMTSCB
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Swiggy

Swiggy

Order delicious cuisines with Standard Chartered Credit Cards on Swiggy. Enjoy flat ₹100 off on food delivery orders of ₹499 and above.

15
Till 31 Dec 2026 SCFOOD100 dining
Discount
Flat ₹100 off
Min Spend
₹499
Max Savings
₹100
Valid Until
31 Dec 2026
How to Avail
Step 1: Launch Swiggy app and add food items totaling ₹499 or more.
Step 2: Enter promo code SCFOOD100 on checkout.
Step 3: Pay using Standard Chartered Credit Card.
Step 4: Receive flat ₹100 instant discount immediately.
Terms & Conditions

Minimum order value of ₹499 excluding taxes and packaging. Valid twice per cardholder per month. Applicable on food delivery orders only.

Use Code: SCFOOD100
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Croma

Croma

Upgrade your electronics with Standard Chartered Credit Cards at Croma. Get up to ₹4,000 instant discount on premium tech, home appliances, and audio gear.

4000
Till 31 Dec 2026 electronics
Discount
Up to ₹4,000 instant discount
Min Spend
₹20,000
Max Savings
₹4,000
Valid Until
31 Dec 2026
How to Avail
Step 1: Visit Croma store or shop online at croma.com.
Step 2: Select electronic items worth ₹20,000 or more.
Step 3: Choose Standard Chartered Bank offer at payment stage.
Step 4: Receive up to ₹4,000 instant discount on full swipe or EMI.
Terms & Conditions

Valid on select electronic products. Minimum spend of ₹20,000 required. Valid on Full Swipe and EMI transactions. Limit of 1 transaction per card per month.

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❓ FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Standard Chartered Ultimate

To be eligible, you need:
  • • Min age: 21 years
  • • Salaried: ₹75,000/month min
  • • Self-employed: ₹100,000/month min
  • • CIBIL: 750+ recommended
The annual fee is ₹5,000.
You earn 5 reward points per eligible transaction. Each point is worth approximately ₹1.00. Welcome bonus: 6,000 Reward Points on card activation and payment of joining fee (worth ₹6,000) on activation! Redeem for flights, hotels, vouchers via Standard Chartered rewards portal.
Yes! Complimentary lounge access:
  • ✓ Domestic: 16 per year
  • ✓ International: 12 per year
  • → 4 complimentary domestic airport lounge visits per calendar quarter using the Ultimate Card directly, subject to minimum ₹20,000 spend in previous billing cycle.
  • → 1 complimentary international lounge visit per month outside India via complimentary Priority Pass membership, subject to minimum ₹20,000 spend on the card in previous month.
  • • Instant: Pre-approved Standard Chartered customers
  • • 24-48 hrs: New customers with documents
  • • Delivery: 7-10 working days

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