Understand how to convert your SBI credit card bill into structured EMIs, including eligibility, interest rates, charges, and repayment terms.
Last updated on: March 20, 2026
Manage large purchases easily by converting your SBI credit card bill into affordable EMIs using the Flexipay facility. With repayment tenures ranging from 3 to 24 months, you can break down hefty bills into budget-friendly instalments. Simply use Net Banking, call SBI Card's customer care, or even use SMS to opt for this service.
SBI Card bill to EMI is offered under the Flexipay facility. You can convert eligible retail transactions on your SBI credit card into monthly instalments using the Flexipay facility.
This option allows you to repay large purchases over a fixed tenure instead of paying the full billed amount at once. If you want to convert an SBI Card bill to EMI, it must meet specific eligibility conditions.
Multiple eligible retail transactions completed within 30 days can be clubbed to reach the minimum booking amount.
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When you opt for SBI Card EMI conversion under Flexipay, eligible retail transactions are converted into fixed monthly instalments.
Here is how the process works:
You make a retail purchase using your SBI credit card
Ensure the transaction is at least ₹200 and completed within the last 30 days
You raise a request to convert the transaction into EMI through an approved channel
Once approved, the principal amount is converted into EMIs for the selected tenure
The first EMI appears in your next billing statement. Interest is charged as applicable. The EMI amount is included in your Minimum Amount Due (MAD) during the tenure. Your available credit limit is blocked up to the principal amount, processing fee, and applicable GST. The limit gradually restores as you repay each instalment.
To convert your bill into EMI, certain conditions must be met as mentioned in the following table:
Parameter |
Requirement |
Card Type |
Valid primary retail SBI Credit Card |
Residency |
Resident of India |
Minimum Transaction Value |
₹200 per retail transaction |
Minimum Booking Amount |
₹2,500 |
Transaction Timeline |
Within 30 days of purchase |
Account Status |
Card must not be delinquent or blocked |
Add-on Cardholders |
Not eligible |
Disclaimer: Terms and eligibility criteria may change at the issuer’s discretion. Please verify the latest details before choosing the Flexipay option.
Note: Only retail transactions are eligible. Cash withdrawals, interest, fees, GST, and other charges cannot be converted.
If you meet these criteria, you can proceed to choose a suitable conversion method, which is explained next.
If your transactions meet the eligibility criteria, you can raise a request through multiple official channels. SBI Card allows conversion through online and assisted modes.
You can choose the method that is most convenient for you. The request is processed within five working days, and a confirmation SMS is sent to your registered mobile number.
The available conversion methods are explained below:
You can convert eligible transactions through the official SBI Card website using the following steps:
Head to SBI Card’s website
Log into your SBI Card account online
Once on the homepage, click on ‘EMI & More’ and select the ‘Flexipay’ option
Select the eligible transactions you wish to convert into EMIs
Choose a repayment option that suits your budget and check the applicable interest rate
Once you have entered all the required details and confirmed them, click on ‘Proceed’
Once submitted, the request will be processed within five working days. After approval, the EMI schedule begins from your next billing statement.
You can request Flexipay through the SBI Card mobile app. Here are the steps:
Visit the SBI Card mobile app
Log in using your registered credentials
Navigate to ‘EMI & More’ and select ‘Flexipay’
Select the eligible retail transaction(s)
Choose your preferred tenure
Confirm the request
Your request will be processed within five working days. A confirmation SMS will be sent to your registered mobile number once approved.
You can also place a request by contacting SBI Card helpline support.
Call:
1860 180 1290
39 02 02 02 (prefix your local STD code)
Inform the executive that you wish to convert eligible retail transactions into Flexipay. The request must be made within 30 days of the transaction date.
Once processed, you will receive confirmation through SMS. The EMI schedule will begin from your next billing cycle.
You can also raise a request for Flexipay through SMS.
Send FP to 56767 from your registered mobile number. This will initiate the request for SBI Card bill to EMI conversion.
Your request will be processed within five working days. Once approved, you will receive a confirmation SMS on your registered mobile number.
Ensure that the transaction meets eligibility conditions before sending the request.
Flexipay is offered at interest rates linked to your credit scores at the time of assessment. The applicable SBI Card EMI interest rate may vary across customer segments.
Note: With effect from 23 November 2025, the interest rate range is 9.75% to 24.00% per annum.
Here are the interest rate slabs:
Credit Score |
Interest Rate (per annum) |
≤ 700 |
21.00% – 24.00% |
701 – 780 |
17.00% – 19.00% |
> 780 |
9.75% – 15.25% |
Disclaimer: Interest rates are determined using internal benchmarks, including borrowing cost, operating expenses, tenor premium, and credit risk premium. Rates may be revised at the issuer’s discretion.
Charge Type |
Details |
Processing Fee (24 & 36 months) |
Zero processing fee during the promotional period (23 November 2025 to 26 February 2026). |
Processing Fee (Other Tenures) |
1% of the booking amount or ₹2,000, whichever is lower. |
Foreclosure Charges |
3% of the outstanding principal amount if you close the plan before completion. |
Note: Upon approval, your credit limit is blocked up to:
Principal amount + Processing fee + Applicable GST
The credit limit is gradually restored as you pay each EMI.
Disclaimer: Interest rates, fees, and promotional offers are subject to change at the discretion of the issuer. Please verify the latest applicable terms before booking Flexipay.
Flexipay allows you to choose different tenures based on your repayment comfort. To understand how EMI changes with tenure, here is an illustration using:
Principal: ₹30,000
Interest Rate: 9.75% per annum
Monthly interest rate: 9.75% ÷ 12 = 0.8125% per month
Tenure (Months) |
Approx. EMI |
Total Outflow |
Interest Paid |
3 |
₹10,164 |
₹30,492 |
₹492 |
6 |
₹5,139 |
₹30,834 |
₹834 |
9 |
₹3,481 |
₹31,329 |
₹1,329 |
12 |
₹2,633 |
₹31,596 |
₹1,596 |
18 |
₹1,796 |
₹32,328 |
₹2,328 |
24 |
₹1,384 |
₹33,216 |
₹3,216 |
36 |
₹964 |
₹34,704 |
₹4,704 |
Note: These figures are illustrative and rounded for simplicity. Actual EMI may vary based on credit score, charges, and applicable GST.
Converting your bill into EMI can help manage short-term cash flow. However, it also increases the overall repayment cost.
Converts large retail purchases into structured monthly instalments
Multiple transactions of ₹200 or above can be clubbed
Flexible tenure options from 3 to 36 months
Zero processing fee for 24- and 36-month tenures during the promotional period
Helps avoid paying the full billed amount in one cycle
Interest is charged on the converted amount
Longer tenure increases total interest outflow
3% foreclosure charge applies on outstanding principal
Credit limit is blocked up to principal, fee, and GST
Not available for cash transactions, charges, or delinquent cards
Before opting for conversion, it is useful to compare the total interest payable against your repayment capacity.
SBI Credit Card EMI conversion under Flexipay is a post-purchase facility. It allows you to convert eligible retail transactions after they are billed. This differs from EMI options selected at the time of purchase.
Here are some key differences:
Feature |
SBI Credit Card EMI Conversion (Flexipay) |
Transaction EMI |
Timing |
After purchase (within 30 days) |
At the time of purchase |
Minimum Transaction |
₹200 per retail transaction |
Depends on merchant offer |
Minimum Booking |
₹2,500 |
As per merchant terms |
Flexipay is useful if you did not opt for EMI during purchase. Transaction EMI may be suitable when the merchant offers structured options upfront.
Before choosing Flexipay, consider the following:
Conversion must be requested within 30 days of the transaction
Only retail transactions are eligible
Interest, fees, GST, and cash withdrawals cannot be converted
Minimum booking amount is ₹2,500
36-month tenure requires a booking amount of ₹30,000 or more
The first EMI appears in the next billing statement
EMI is included in the Minimum Amount Due
Interest rates are linked to credit score and may vary
Credit limit is blocked and restored gradually as EMIs are paid
Multiple Flexipay plans are allowed, subject to available credit limit
Reference of all T&C necessarily refers to the terms of the Partners as regards to pre-approved offers and loan processing time amongst other conditions.
Reviewer
Yes. You can convert eligible retail transactions into EMIs using the Flexipay facility. Individual transactions must be ₹200 or above, and the minimum booking amount is ₹2,500. The request must be placed within 30 days of the transaction.
The minimum booking amount required to avail of the Flexipay facility is ₹2,500.
With effect from 23 November 2025, the interest rate for Flexipay ranges from 9.75% to 24.00% per annum. The applicable rate depends on your bureau score at the time of assessment.
You can request Flexipay through:
SBI Card website (sbicard.com)
SBI Card Mobile App
SMS (send FP to 56767)
Once approved, the EMI begins from your next billing statement.
Available tenures are 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, and 36 months. The 36-month tenure is available only for booking amounts of ₹30,000 or more.
Eligible retail transactions can be converted into EMIs within 30 days of purchase. Once approved, the principal amount is divided into monthly instalments. The EMI is included in your billing statement, and interest is charged as applicable.
Yes. A foreclosure charge of 3% on the outstanding principal amount is applicable if you choose to close the plan before completion.
Paying at least the Minimum Amount Due avoids late payment charges. However, interest continues on the remaining balance. For complete details on how payments affect your credit profile, refer to the issuer’s official terms.
Flexipay conversion must be requested within 30 days of the transaction. If the full amount appears in your statement before conversion, you may place a Flexipay request through the approved channels, subject to eligibility.
Yes. You can convert eligible retail transactions into EMIs under the Flexipay facility, provided they meet the minimum transaction value and booking amount criteria.
SBI Flexipay is a facility offered to eligible primary SBI Credit Cardholders. It allows you to convert retail transactions into equated monthly instalments after the purchase is billed.
You can convert eligible retail transactions made within the last 30 days into EMIs. Once approved, the principal amount is divided into fixed monthly instalments. The first EMI appears in your next billing statement and continues for the selected tenure.
Flexipay is available to residents of India holding a valid primary retail SBI Credit Card. The card must not be delinquent or blocked. Individual retail transactions must be ₹200 or above, and the minimum booking amount is ₹2,500.
You can request conversion through any of the following official channels:
SBI Card website (sbicard.com)
SBI Card Mobile App
SMS (send FP to 56767)
SBI Card helpline numbers (1860 180 1290 or 39 02 02 02 with STD code)
SBI Card Chatbot ILA
SBI Card WhatsApp Connect
The request must be placed within 30 days of the transaction. Approval is processed within five working days, and confirmation is sent via SMS.
With effect from 23 November 2025, the interest rate ranges from 9.75% to 24.00% per annum. The applicable rate depends on your bureau score at the time of assessment.
Available tenures are 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, and 36 months. The 36-month tenure is available only if the booking amount is ₹30,000 or more.
EMI is calculated using the reducing balance method. The principal amount is divided across the selected tenure, and interest is charged at the applicable rate. The total payable amount, including interest and applicable charges, is split into fixed monthly instalments.
No. You must actively request conversion within 30 days of the transaction. The facility is not activated automatically.
Yes. You can preclose your Flexipay plan. A foreclosure charge of 3% on the outstanding principal amount is applicable.
The interest rate applicable under Flexipay is determined based on your credit score at the time of assessment.