Delhi Metro partners with Airtel Payments Bank to launch co‑branded RuPay 'On‑the‑Go' NCMC cards

In a significant step towards advancing integrated urban mobility, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has partnered with Airtel Payments Bank to launch co-branded RuPay ‘On-The-Go’ Cards, enabled with NCMC (National Common Mobility Cards).

Partnership Overview
- Partners: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), Airtel Payments Bank, and RuPay
- Product: Co‑branded National Common Mobility Cards (NCMC) with “On‑the‑Go” functionality
- Goal: To make metro travel and everyday payments more seamless, secure, and convenient

Key Features of the Cards
- Tap‑and‑Go Travel: Contactless payments at Delhi Metro gates and other transit systems across India
- Dual Utility: Works for both transit and retail purchases (shopping, dining, fuel, etc.)
- Digital Integration: Linked with Airtel Payments Bank for easy recharge, balance checks, and transaction tracking
- RuPay Network: Accepted widely across merchants and ATMs nationwide

Benefits for Commuters
- Faster entry/exit at metro stations without queues
- Unified card for multiple transport systems (metro, buses, suburban rail)
- Enhanced convenience with Airtel’s digital banking ecosystem
- Promotes cashless, secure transactions in daily life

Strategic Significance
- Supports India’s push for One Nation, One Card mobility solutions
- Strengthens DMRC’s role as a leader in smart transit innovation
- Expands Airtel Payments Bank’s footprint in urban mobility and everyday digital payments

This move is part of a broader trend where metro systems are partnering with fintechs and banks to integrate travel with lifestyle payments, making a single card the gateway to both commuting and daily spending.