IndusInd Bank has launched a new card that should catch the eye of anyone who likes straightforward value: the Tiger Credit Card comes with a lifetime free annual fee for first-time applicants. That alone makes it worth a look, especially because the card also packs in 2% cashback on fuel, 1.5% on groceries, and complimentary domestic lounge access.
There’s also a useful fuel perk on top of the cashback: a fuel surcharge waiver up to ₹200 per month. That combination makes the card especially relevant for people who spend regularly at petrol stations and want a low-cost way to soften recurring expenses. Since the card is lifetime free for eligible first-time applicants, the usual hesitation around annual fees is basically removed.
This is a strong launch because it keeps the proposition simple. Many cards try to win attention with complicated milestone structures or hard-to-redeem points, but Tiger is leaning into easy-to-understand cashback and travel perks. For a first card or a backup card, that can be a very appealing mix.
The lounge access adds a bit of premium flavor without pushing the card into high-fee territory. That matters because a lot of fee-free cards stop at cashback and leave out travel benefits. Here, IndusInd is trying to offer a more rounded package that still feels accessible.
What should you do? If you’re a first-time applicant, this is one of the cleaner new-card propositions in the market right now because it is lifetime free and still gives practical everyday value. If you spend on fuel and groceries and want a card with lounge access without paying an annual fee, the Tiger Credit Card deserves a serious look.