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UPI MDR Update: New Rule to Be Implemented After Diwali for Select Transactions

UPI MDR Update: New Rule to Be Implemented After Diwali for Select Transactions

NPCI has announced a major update regarding UPI payments that could bring changes to the digital payment ecosystem. According to the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on select Person-to-Merchant (P2M) UPI transactions will be implemented after Diwali.

The decision has been taken considering the growing UPI ecosystem, transaction management, and merchant service requirements. The new MDR structure is expected to impact eligible merchants, payment service providers, and other stakeholders involved in UPI transactions.

NPCI stated that the move aims to support a more sustainable payment framework while maintaining the growth of digital payments in India. The final implementation date and further details regarding the MDR rollout will be announced separately by NPCI.

UPI has become a crucial part of India’s digital payment network. With MDR being introduced on select transactions, merchants and service providers may experience changes in the payment process after Diwali. The update marks another step in the evolution of India’s digital payment ecosystem.

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