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UPI payments over Rs 2000: Will you pay more?
Published 5 August 2026 ยท india
Synopsis While there has been no official word from the government on this yet, it is learnt that the Centre could allow a levy of
Synopsis While there has been no official word from the government on this yet, it is learnt that the Centre could allow a levy of 0.25% to 0.4% as merchant discount rate (MDR) charges on UPI payments above Rs 2000. So, does this mean that the proposal will directly impact you? First understand what MDR is.
Published: August 5, 2026 โข 3:50 PM IST ยท Updated: August 6, 2026 โข 11:08 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Synopsis While there has been no official word from the government on this yet, it is learnt that the Centre could allow a levy of 0.25% to 0.4% as merchant discount rate (MDR) charges on UPI payments above Rs 2000. So, does this mean that the proposal will directly impact you?