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Aditi Khanna
Asked 25 Apr 2026
I have had a hard time getting this card approved twice. The third time I applied after a 10% salary hike and got instant approval. Banks re-check eligibility every time. If you got rejected, improve your income proof / CIBIL and reapply after 6 months.
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I want a credit card that gives at least 4-8 free domestic lounge visits per year. Which card has the best lounge access benefits under ₹40,000 annual fee?
Yes the rewards sound amazing in marketing, but the redemption catalogue is full of products at inflated MRP. The statement credit redemption is almost always the best value. Skip the merchandise, skip the flight bookings, take the cash.
