Credit Card is also known as plastic credit. It is issued by a bank or a similar financial institution that gives authority to the borrower to borrow funds at the point of sale. Credit Cards are a convenient substitute for cash and primarily used for short-term financing. A Credit Card is issued based on eligibility factors that include monthly income, credit history, credit score, company category and other related factors. The lending financial institution draws a credit limit for each borrower based on his/ her credit profile. Usually, the borrower must pay back the credit within 45 days of the purchase. In case, the cardholder delays or fails to pay back the amount, the bank charges interest on the borrowed amount.
Eligibility Criteria for a Credit Card
There are certain factors that are important before applying for a Credit Card. Refer to the following table to know the eligibility for Credit Cards:
| Eligibility Criteria | Salaried Employees | Self-Employed |
| Age | 21 years and above | |
| Monthly Income/ ITR | Minimum 20,000 p.m., however, income criteria varies from bank to bank | |
| Credit Score/ Credit History |
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