Everything You Need to Know About Apollo SBI Card SELECT Health Credit Card

Learn how to apply, activate, and use your Apollo SBI Card SELECT. From health and lifestyle benefits to converting Reward Points and earning Health Credits, everything you need to get started and make the most of your card.

Top FAQs about Apollo SBI Card Select

About the card

1.What is the Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

The Apollo SBI Card SELECT is a co-branded credit card launched by Apollo 24|7 in partnership with SBI Cards. It is designed to offer exclusive healthcare and wellness benefits across the Apollo ecosystem, while also rewarding you on non-healthcare spends such as dining, entertainment, and travel.

It comes with healthcare-specific rewards, built-in Circle benefits, milestone-based offers, and lifestyle privileges like lounge access and fuel surcharge waiver.

2.If I already have an SBI credit card, can I get Apollo SBI Card SELECT benefits on it?

No, the benefits of the Apollo SBI Card SELECT are exclusive to this particular card and cannot be transferred to or availed on any other existing SBI credit card.

Even if you are an SBI credit cardholder, you will need to apply separately for this card to access:

  • Health Credit (HC) earnings
  • Apollo 24|7 specific offers and discounts
  • Milestone rewards unique to this card
  • Built-in Circle Benefits

3.What are the key benefits of the Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

Healthcare Discounts:

  • 10% additional savings on your purchases from Apollo 24|7 and Apollo Pharmacy.
  • Up to 30% savings on diagnostic tests
  • Up to 25% savings on medicines
  • 10% extra savings on doctor consultations
  • Discounts on baby care, FMCG and wellness products
  • Built-in Circle benefits like free delivery of medicines, annual health checkup and ₹1L accident coverage

Milestone Rewards:

  • Spend ₹50,000 within the first 90 days of card issuance and get a lab test worth ₹1,999 free
  • Spend ₹6,00,000 in a year and get a Noise smartwatch worth ₹7999

Lounge Access:

  • 4 complimentary domestic lounge visits in a year
  • Free Priority Pass worth ₹8,500 (SBI Team to confirm) for international lounge access

Fuel Surcharge Waiver:

  • 1% waiver on fuel transactions, up to ₹100 per billing cycle

4.Where can I use my Apollo SBI Credit Card?

Your Apollo SBI Card SELECT is accepted at:

  • All merchants accepting Mastercard or RuPay (based on card type)
  • Online platforms for shopping, bill payments, and subscriptions
  • Apollo ecosystem, including Apollo 24|7 and Apollo Pharmacy
  • International merchants, if international usage is enabled from the app or net banking

Please ensure online and international usage is enabled from your card settings.

5.What are the joining & annual charges of the Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

Joining Fee: ₹1,499 + GST

Annual Fee: ₹1,499 + GST

The annual fee is waived if you spend ₹3,00,000 or more in the previous card membership year.

6.Are there any hidden charges apart from the annual fee?

No, there are no hidden charges. However, the following standard credit card charges may apply:

  • Interest charges on overdue balances
  • Late payment fee if the minimum amount due is not paid on time
  • Cash withdrawal charges, if you use your card at an ATM
  • Foreign transaction markup fee on international spends

All charges are detailed in the Most Important Terms & Conditions page provided at the time of card issuance here.

7.Will I be able to choose between RuPay and Mastercard card on my Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

Yes, at the time of application, you will be given the option to choose your preferred card network: RuPay or Mastercard.

Once your card is issued, the selected network cannot be changed.

Eligibility and application

8.What is the eligibility criteria for the Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

To be eligible, you must:

  • Be between 18 and 60 years of age
  • Have a valid PAN Card
  • Be an Indian resident
  • Meet SBI Card's internal credit and risk requirements, including a satisfactory credit score

Eligibility is also subject to verification of income and employment status.

SBI team to confirm salary range of eligible people

9.How do I apply for the Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

You can apply through the following channels:

  • Apollo 24|7 mobile app or website
  • SBI Card official website
  • Offline application points at your nearest Apollo Pharmacy, and at SBI branches

During the application process, you will be required to verify your mobile number (linked with Apollo 24|7), provide your PAN, and complete KYC verification.

SBI team to confirm how long the verification/approval process will take

10.Can I apply for my Apollo SBI Card SELECT from a different mobile number?

No. You must apply using the same mobile number registered with your Apollo 24|7 account. This ensures your current Apollo 24|7-linked rewards and health benefits stay intact.

11.What documents do I require for my application process?

To apply for the Apollo SBI Card SELECT, you are required to submit some documents as part of the online or assisted application process. Here’s what you’ll typically need:

PAN Card Details: Your PAN is essential to initiate the application. SBI Card will use this to fetch your identity details and link your credit profile.

Employment Details: You will be asked to provide professional information, including your:

  1. Company name
  2. Designation
  3. Monthly/annual income
  4. Employment type (salaried or self-employed)

KYC Documents: As per RBI guidelines, Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance is mandatory for all credit card applications. Your KYC can be completed through

  • Aadhaar-based e-KYC (OTP verification linked to Aadhaar)
  • Video KYC, wherein an SBI representative will verify your documents and identity over a secure video call
  • In-person document verification at select Apollo touchpoints, SBI branches, or from the comfort of your home.

Credit Score Check (CIBIL): After you submit your PAN and other basic details, SBI Card will pull your CIBIL report to evaluate your creditworthiness.

Note: Submission of Aadhaar number is voluntary for e-KYC, but may be required for biometric or video KYC processes.

Verification and approval

12.How do I complete the KYC for my Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

KYC (Know Your Customer) is a regulatory requirement used to verify your identity. SBI Card offers the following modes:

  • Aadhaar-based e-KYC: Instant OTP-based verification using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number
  • Video KYC: A real-time verification via video call with an SBI representative. You will need your PAN card and a blank sheet for signature verification.
  • In-person KYC: Document submission and biometric verification at a physical location (SBI or Apollo touchpoint)

Completing KYC is mandatory to issue your credit card and activate its features

13.How can I check the application status of my Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

You can track your application status via:

  • SBI Card Website using the ‘Track Application’ option
  • Apollo 24|7 App, if the application was initiated there
  • Call SBI Card Customer Care from your registered mobile number on 1860 500 1290 or 1860 180 1290, between 8 AM to 8 PM from Monday to Saturday

14.When will I receive the physical Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

Once approved, the card will be dispatched and typically delivered within 7–10 working days to your registered address.

15.How can I check the application status of my Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

If your application for the Apollo SBI Card SELECT is not approved, it may be due to one of the following reasons:

  • Insufficient credit score
  • Incomplete or unverifiable documentation
  • Mismatch in personal information provided
  • Failure to meet internal eligibility or risk assessment criteria of SBI Card

In case of rejection:

  • You will receive an official email from SBI Card confirming the status of your application.
  • You can only reapply for the card after 6 months (SBI Team to confirm) from the date of rejection.

If you believe your application was incorrectly rejected or if you’d like clarification, you can reach out to SBI Card Customer Care on 1860 500 1290 or 1860 180 1290, between 8 AM to 8 PM from Monday to Saturday or visit your nearest SBI Card service branch for further assistance. (SBI Team to confirm)

Activation and usage

16.How do I activate my Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

You can activate your Apollo SBI Credit Card using any of the following methods:

  • SBI Card Mobile App: Log in and go to 'Manage Cards' > 'Activate Card'
  • SBI Card Website: Log in with your credentials, select your new card and choose 'Activate Card'
  • Customer Care: Call SBI Card helpline on 1860 500 1290 or 1860 180 1290, between 8 AM to 8 PM from Monday to Saturday, and authenticate with OTP to activate your card

Make sure to set your card PIN immediately after activation for secure usage.

17.Where can I use my Health Credits (HCs)?

Health Credits (HCs) can be used across the Apollo ecosystem, including:

  1. Apollo 24|7 doctor
  2. Diagnostic test bookings
  3. Medicine orders via Apollo 24|7
  4. Purchases at Apollo Pharmacy (online or offline)
  5. Your HC Wallet balance is auto-applied at checkout for eligible transactions.

Rewards and cashback

18.How do I earn cashback with the Apollo SBI Card SELECT?

You earn cashback in two forms when you use the Apollo SBI Card SELECT:

  • SBI Reward Points: Credited to your SBI Card account, which will be valid for 24 months from the date of accrual.
  • Health Credits: Part of your built-in Circle benefits, these Health Credits will be credited to your Wallet on Apollo 24|7- only when you use your Apollo SBI Card SELECT, which will be valid for 1 year from the date of earning the Health Credit
Category SBI Reward Points Health Credits
Medicine Purchases 10% Up to 15%
Doctor Consultations 10% NA
Diagnostic Tests 10% Up to 20%
Non-Apollo Spends
Dining 2% NA
Beauty and Wellness 0.5% NA
Movies and Entertainment 2% NA
Travel 2% NA

Where will it reflect?

  • SBI Reward Points: Reflected as Reward Points in your SBI Card account (visible via the SBI Card app or website).
  • Health Credits: Reflected as Health Credits (HC) in your Apollo 24|7 Wallet.

Example:

  • Suppose you spend ₹1,000 on medicines at Apollo 24|7:
  • You will then earn ₹100 as SBI Reward Points (10%)
  • You will also receive ₹150 as Health Credits in your Wallet (15%)
  • That’s a total benefit of ₹250 on a ₹1,000 transaction

19.How do I convert SBI Reward Points to Health Credits (HC)?

SBI Reward Points can be redeemed at a 1:1 ratio, where:

  1. 1 Reward Point = 1 Health Credit
  2. Redeemed Health Credits are credited to your Apollo 24|7 HC Wallet

Suppose you spend ₹2,500 on medicines at Apollo Pharmacy and earn 10% cashback as SBI Reward Points, you’ll receive 250 Reward Points.

When you redeem them:

  • You will get 250 Health Credits credited to your Apollo 24|7 HC Wallet
  • These credits can be used for doctor consultations, diagnostic tests, and medicine orders on Apollo 24|7

20.How can I earn SBI Reward Points?

You earn SBI Reward Points on every transaction on your Apollo SBI Card SELECT, on specific categories:

Category Reward Points
Base (Other Spends) 1 RP per ₹200
In - store Spends (Apollo 24|7 and Apollo Pharmacy) 10 RP per ₹100
Dining 2 RP per ₹100
Beauty & Wellness 1 RP per ₹200
Movies and Entertainment 2 RP per ₹100
Travel 2 RP per ₹100

21.Is there a monthly cap on SBI Reward Points I can earn?

Yes. On Apollo spends, you can earn up to 5,000 RP/month on spends worth ₹50,000. Beyond that, you will earn 0.5% RP.

On non-Apollo spends, you can earn up to 5,000 RP/month on spends worth ₹2,50,000. Beyond that, you will earn 0.5% RP.

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