{"id":30524,"date":"2026-09-21T07:02:52","date_gmt":"2026-09-21T07:02:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/?post_type=personal-finance&#038;p=30524"},"modified":"2026-09-21T07:02:52","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T07:02:52","slug":"upi-mdr-charges","status":"publish","type":"personal-finance","link":"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/upi-mdr-charges\/","title":{"rendered":"UPI MDR 2026: Charges &amp; Rules Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is considerable discussion regarding UPI MDR charges. However, this does not mean that a charge will now apply to every UPI payment. The new rules will apply to certain merchant payments, while a different MDR rate has been set for stock market and capital-market payments. In this context, it is important for investors and traders to understand what the UPI MDR 2026 entails and how it might impact their transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/upi-mdr-charges\/#What_Is_UPI_MDR\" title=\"What Is UPI MDR?&nbsp;\">What Is UPI MDR?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/upi-mdr-charges\/#What_Are_the_New_UPI_MDR_Rules_From_October_15_2026\" title=\"What Are the New UPI MDR Rules From October 15, 2026?&nbsp;\">What Are the New UPI MDR Rules From October 15, 2026?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/upi-mdr-charges\/#Will_Customers_Have_to_Pay_UPI_MDR\" title=\"Will Customers Have to Pay UPI MDR?&nbsp;\">Will Customers Have to Pay UPI MDR?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/upi-mdr-charges\/#UPI_MDR_for_Stock_Market_Transactions_What_Investors_Need_to_Know\" title=\"UPI MDR for Stock Market Transactions: What Investors Need to Know&nbsp;\">UPI MDR for Stock Market Transactions: What Investors Need to Know&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/upi-mdr-charges\/#UPI_MDR_vs_Brokerage_Charges_Whats_the_Difference\" title=\"UPI MDR vs Brokerage Charges What&#8217;s the Difference?&nbsp;\">UPI MDR vs Brokerage Charges What&#8217;s the Difference?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/upi-mdr-charges\/#What_Does_UPI_MDR_Mean_for_Traders_and_Investors\" title=\"What Does UPI MDR Mean for Traders and Investors?&nbsp;\">What Does UPI MDR Mean for Traders and Investors?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/upi-mdr-charges\/#Why_Is_UPI_MDR_Being_Introduced\" title=\"Why Is UPI MDR Being Introduced?&nbsp;\">Why Is UPI MDR Being Introduced?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/upi-mdr-charges\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/upi-mdr-charges\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-upi-mdr-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_UPI_MDR\"><\/span>What Is UPI MDR?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UPI MDR stands for Merchant Discount Rate. Simply put, it is a charge applicable to certain UPI merchant payments within the payment ecosystem. It is incorrect to view this as a UPI transaction fee, as there is no provision to charge the MDR separately to the customer. Under the new framework, it will apply only to specific merchant transactions, while Person-to-Person UPI payments will remain free. The revenue generated from MDR will be utilized within the UPI ecosystem for needs such as payment infrastructure, cybersecurity, innovation, and customer service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-are-the-new-upi-mdr-rules-from-october-15-2026-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_New_UPI_MDR_Rules_From_October_15_2026\"><\/span>What Are the New UPI MDR Rules From October 15, 2026?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the new UPI MDR framework, not every transaction will incur a charge. Starting October 15, 2026, an MDR of 0.4% will apply to eligible Person-to-Merchant (P2M) transactions exceeding \u20b92,000, subject to a maximum cap of \u20b9300 per transaction. Meanwhile, P2M payments up to \u20b92,000 and Person-to-Person (P2P) transfers will remain free. A zero-MDR regime will also continue for certain small merchants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">UPI Transaction<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">MDR Treatment<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Person to Person<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">No MDR<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">P2M up to \u20b92,000<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">No MDR<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Eligible P2M above \u20b92,000<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">0.4%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Eligible P2M \u20b975,000 or above<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Maximum \u20b9300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Capital-market payments<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">0.02%, maximum \u20b9300<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An important point to note here is that an MDR of 0.4% does not mean charging the customer 0.4% directly. This is a charge applicable within the merchant-side payment ecosystem, and banks\/payment providers have been instructed not to pass it on to the customer separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, if an eligible merchant receives a UPI payment of \u20b910,000, the MDR at a rate of 0.4% would be \u20b940. However, sending \u20b910,000 to a friend would not incur any MDR. This is the key difference between P2M and P2P transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read Also:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/explainer-on-upi-scams-latest-scams-economic-data-government-actions-and-prevention-tactics\/\">Explainer on UPI Scams<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-will-customers-have-to-pay-upi-mdr-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Customers_Have_to_Pay_UPI_MDR\"><\/span>Will Customers Have to Pay UPI MDR?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the new framework, the direct burden of the UPI MDR cannot be passed on to the customer. This means you will not have to pay any separate amount as MDR when making a payment; instead, the MDR will be treated as a merchant-side cost within the payment ecosystem. Therefore, it is important to distinguish between the payment amount displayed and the MDR. This also dispels the misconception that customers will be charged extra for every large UPI payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-upi-mdr-for-stock-market-transactions-what-investors-need-to-know-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPI_MDR_for_Stock_Market_Transactions_What_Investors_Need_to_Know\"><\/span>UPI MDR for Stock Market Transactions: What Investors Need to Know&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the stock market, UPI is used for various types of financial payments. Therefore, it would not be correct to view the new MDR framework solely from the perspective of standard merchant payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-upi-payments-via-stock-brokers\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">1. UPI Payments via Stock Brokers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When an investor uses UPI with their broker, it is important to understand the nature of the payment. Eligible capital-market payments involving brokers do not attract the standard 0.4% MDR (Merchant Discount Rate) applicable to merchant payments exceeding \u20b92,000; instead, they fall under the 0.02% rate designated for the capital-market category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-adding-funds-to-a-trading-account\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">2. Adding Funds to a Trading Account<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common use of UPI is transferring funds into a trading account. Here, it is incorrect to equate the MDR with brokerage charges; payment processing and the actual share trade are distinct activities. Brokers have raised concerns that if a client frequently transfers funds without executing trades, the payment-processing costs for the broker could rise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-impact-on-stock-investments\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">3. Impact on Stock Investments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A rate of 0.02% has been set for eligible UPI payments related to stocks and securities. This indicates that capital-market payments are treated differently to ensure that investing via digital payments remains convenient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-4-mutual-fund-investments-and-sips\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">4. Mutual Fund Investments and SIPs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mutual fund payments also fall under the capital-market category. However, SIPs and standard one-time payments should not be viewed in the same light. SIP payments processed via UPI AutoPay or recurring mandates receive different treatment; according to reports, the prescribed transaction MDR will not apply to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-5-upi-autopay-and-mandates\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">5. UPI AutoPay and Mandates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With UPI AutoPay, the investor authorizes a mandate upfront, and the payment is subsequently processed automatically on the scheduled date. Consequently, it is not treated the same as a manually initiated UPI payment. This distinction is particularly significant for recurring investments like SIPs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-understand-the-different-investment-payments-this-way\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Understand the different investment payments this way.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Payment Type<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Reported Treatment<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Stock broker-related eligible payment<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">0.02% MDR, max \u20b9300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Securities-related payment<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">0.02% MDR, max \u20b9300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Mutual fund one-time payment<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">0.02% MDR, max \u20b9300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">UPI AutoPay SIP<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Excluded from Prescribed MDR transaction charges<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">P2P fund transfer<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">No MDR<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-understanding-the-0-02-mdr-through-calculation\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Understanding the 0.02% MDR through calculation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If an MDR of 0.02% applies to an eligible capital-market payment, the calculation would be as follows<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Payment Amount<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">0.02% MDR<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b95,000<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b91<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b910,000<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b92<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b950,000<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b910<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b91,00,000<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b920<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b910,00,000<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b9200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b915,00,000<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u20b9300*<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">0.02% on \u20b915 lakh = \u20b9300, and the applicable MDR on amounts above this will also remain capped at \u20b9300.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-upi-mdr-vs-brokerage-charges-what-s-the-difference-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPI_MDR_vs_Brokerage_Charges_Whats_the_Difference\"><\/span>UPI MDR vs Brokerage Charges What&#8217;s the Difference?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UPI MDR and brokerage are two different types of charges. One is related to payment processing, while the other can be the cost of trading through a broker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Base<\/th><th>UPI MDR<\/th><th>Brokerage<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">What is?<\/td><td>A merchant discount rate applied within the payment ecosystem<\/td><td>A charge levied by a broker for applicable trading services<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">What is it related to?<\/td><td>Eligible UPI payments<\/td><td>Trades in stocks, F&amp;O, and other applicable segments<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Capital-market rate<\/td><td>0.02%, capped at \u20b9300 per transaction<\/td><td>Varies by broker and trading segment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">When can it apply?<\/td><td>On applicable UPI payments<\/td><td>On applicable buy\/sell transactions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Are they the same charge?<\/td><td>No<\/td><td>No&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">What does it mean for investors?<\/td><td>A payment-processing cost<\/td><td>A cost associated with trading services<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-does-upi-mdr-mean-for-traders-and-investors-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_UPI_MDR_Mean_for_Traders_and_Investors\"><\/span>What Does UPI MDR Mean for Traders and Investors?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those making payments to investment and trading accounts via UPI, the impact will depend on the type of transaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-for-stock-investors\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">1. For Stock Investors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you add funds to your broker account using UPI, the payment may fall under the &#8216;capital market&#8217; category; consequently, it will be treated differently than a standard merchant payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-for-active-traders\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">2. For Active Traders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For traders who frequently add funds to their trading accounts, payment processing costs at the broker level could be a relevant factor. However, it would be incorrect to classify this directly as a trading or brokerage charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-for-mutual-fund-investors\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">3. For Mutual Fund Investors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is important to distinguish between one-time UPI payments and SIP payments made via UPI AutoPay for mutual funds, as they are treated differently under the prescribed MDR framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-why-is-upi-mdr-being-introduced-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_UPI_MDR_Being_Introduced\"><\/span>Why Is UPI MDR Being Introduced?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The purpose of UPI MDR is not merely to levy a charge; its framework was introduced to support the costs and future investments of the payment ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>UPI Infrastructure<\/strong>: The payment infrastructure requires continuous maintenance and upgrades to keep pace with the growing volume of UPI transactions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technology Investment<\/strong>: Constant investment is required for new payment technologies and enhanced transaction processing capabilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cybersecurity<\/strong>: Ongoing expenditure is necessary to maintain robust fraud prevention and cybersecurity systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Payment Ecosystem Sustainability<\/strong>: MDR creates a source of transaction-linked revenue for banks, payment apps, and other ecosystem participants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better Customer Support<\/strong>: Maintaining the reliability of the large-scale UPI network entails expenses related to customer service and operational support.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read Also:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/best-upi-apps-in-india\/\">Best UPI Apps in India<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding UPI MDR 2026 is essential for investors and traders. Not every UPI payment will incur a charge, and a separate MDR rate has been set for capital-market payments. Therefore, it is important to understand the transaction type and applicable charges when making payments via UPI for investment or trading accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">S.NO.<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Check Out These Interesting Posts You Might Enjoy!<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">1<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/fake-payment-screenshot-scam\/\">Fake Payment Screenshot Scam: How to Identify and Avoid It<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">2<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/how-to-register-a-upi-complaint\/\">How to Register a UPI Complaint?<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">3<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/demat\/transfer-money-from-a-trading-account-to-a-bank-account\/\">How to Transfer Money from a Trading Account to a Bank Account?<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">4<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/neft-vs-rtgs-vs-upi-vs-imps-a-comparative-study\/\">NEFT vs RTGS vs UPI vs IMPS: A Comparative Study<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">5<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/personal-finance\/best-rupay-credit-cards\/\">Best RuPay Credit Cards in India<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"saswp-faq-block-section\"><ol style=\"list-style-type:none\"><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">What is UPI MDR 2026?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">UPI MDR 2026 is a payment processing charge applicable to specific merchant and capital-market UPI transactions.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">Will UPI MDR be charged on every UPI payment?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">No. MDR will not be charged on every UPI payment; its applicability depends on the type of transaction.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">What is the UPI MDR for capital-market payments?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">The MDR for capital-market UPI payments is set at 0.02%, with a maximum limit of \u20b9300 per transaction.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">Will investors pay UPI MDR separately?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">No. There is no provision to charge MDR separately to the customer.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">Is UPI MDR the same as brokerage?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">No. UPI MDR is related to payment processing, whereas brokerage is a charge applicable to trading services.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">Does UPI MDR apply to SIP payments?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">The treatment of SIP and UPI AutoPay transactions may differ from standard merchant UPI payments. Applicable rules depend on the transaction type.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">Does UPI MDR apply to stock brokers?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">The prescribed MDR framework may apply to eligible UPI payments falling under the capital-market category.<\/p><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is considerable discussion regarding UPI MDR charges. However, this does not mean that a charge will now apply to every UPI payment. The new rules will apply to certain merchant payments, while a different MDR rate has been set for stock market and capital-market payments. 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