Best Premium Rewards Credit Cards in India (2026)

For higher spenders who want lounge access, accelerated rewards and premium perks, these cards deliver the most value at the top end.

Our top pick for this is IDFC FIRST Millennia — A lifetime-free card with surprisingly rich rewards — up to 10x points on higher spends, never-expiring points and one of the lowest interest rates among Indian cards.

#NameScoreJoining FeeAnnual FeeFee WaiverTop Reward
6IDFC FIRST Millennia8.2/10₹0₹0 (LTF)Lifetime freeUp to 10x points; low APR
7HDFC Regalia Gold8.1/10₹2,500₹2,500₹4L/yr spend4 pts/₹150 + lounge
9Axis Atlas7.9/10₹5,000₹5,000EDGE Miles + lounge
10Tata Neu Infinity HDFC7.7/10₹1,499₹1,499Up to 5% NeuCoins + UPI
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IDFC FIRST Millennia

A lifetime-free card with surprisingly rich rewards — up to 10x points on higher spends, never-expiring points and one of the lowest interest rates among Indian cards.

8.2
/ 10
Joining Fee
₹0
Annual Fee
₹0 (LTF)
Fee Waiver
Lifetime free
Top Reward
Up to 10x points; low APR
  • Lifetime free with strong rewards
  • Low interest rate (APR)
  • Points never expire
  • 10x only above spend thresholds
  • Reward redemption can be fiddly
  • Fewer brand offers than HDFC
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HDFC Regalia Gold

A mid-premium rewards and travel card with accelerated points, domestic and international lounge access and strong brand vouchers — a step up for higher spenders.

8.1
/ 10
Joining Fee
₹2,500
Annual Fee
₹2,500
Fee Waiver
₹4L/yr spend
Top Reward
4 pts/₹150 + lounge
  • Domestic + international lounge access
  • Accelerated reward points
  • Milestone vouchers (Marriott, etc.)
  • ₹2,500 fee, high waiver
  • Points value varies by redemption
  • Needs higher income eligibility
9

Axis Atlas

A travel-first miles card. EDGE Miles transferable to airline and hotel partners, tiered milestone benefits and lounge access make it a favourite for frequent flyers.

7.9
/ 10
Joining Fee
₹5,000
Annual Fee
₹5,000
Fee Waiver
Top Reward
EDGE Miles + lounge
  • Strong air-mile transfer partners
  • International + domestic lounges
  • Tiered travel milestones
  • ₹5,000 fee, no easy waiver
  • Best only for travellers
  • Devaluations have happened
10

Tata Neu Infinity HDFC

A rewards card for the Tata ecosystem (BigBasket, Croma, Tata 1mg, Air India and more), earning high NeuCoins plus rewards on UPI spends via the Tata Neu app.

7.7
/ 10
Joining Fee
₹1,499
Annual Fee
₹1,499
Fee Waiver
Top Reward
Up to 5% NeuCoins + UPI
  • Up to 5% NeuCoins in Tata ecosystem
  • Rewards on UPI (RuPay) spends
  • Lounge access
  • NeuCoins useful mainly within Tata
  • ₹1,499 fee, no easy waiver
  • Lower value outside ecosystem

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Fees and rewards indicative as of June 2026 and change often — confirm on the bank's site before applying. A credit card is borrowing; pay in full to avoid interest. Information only, not financial advice.