20 NOVEMBER 2023
By: Samira Siddiqui
Making UPI payments without internet is now a reality! UPI transactions have become more user-friendly, whether you find yourself in a remote location or internet connectivity issues. So, here's the step-by-step guidance on how to make UPI payments without internet.
In November 2012, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) introduced the offline UPI payment service.
- Open your phone's dialer & dialing *99#. - Choose an option from the menu; for example, select 'Send Money.' - On the reply bar, input the number that meets your needs then click the reply option on the top right corner.
- Provide the UPI ID, then click reply again. - Enter the recipient's UPI ID & the amount you want to transfer. - Clarify the purpose of the transaction or why you are sending the money.
- The UPI system will prompt you to enter your UPI PIN to validate the transaction. - Once completed, you will receive a confirmation message indicating that your payment was successful.