SBI expects surplus from new UPI MDR as issuing, acquiring bank
State Bank of India will start charging a merchant discount rate on UPI payments exceeding Rs 2,000 from October 15.
The bank anticipates generating surplus revenue due to its extensive card issuing and payment gateway services.
Initially, MDR fees will be divided among issuing and acquiring banks, payment gateways, and UPI applications.
SBI is evaluating the potential impact of transaction splitting on its systems and volumes.
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