Card News · 1 November 2026 · 2 min read
In short: Air India, SBI Card and Visa have partnered to launch a new co-branded travel credit card linked to Air India’s Maharaja Club loyalty programme. The fee, reward rate, benefits and launch date have not been announced yet.
What we know so far
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Partners | Air India, SBI Card, Visa |
| Loyalty programme | Maharaja Club |
| Aim | Rewards on everyday spending, travel and lifestyle |
| Card name | Not announced |
| Annual fee and reward rate | Not announced |
| Lounge access, welcome benefits | Not announced |
| Launch date | Not announced (“soon”) |
Maharaja Club has added more than 5 million members since it was redesigned in 2024. Members can earn and use points on Air India and Air India Express flights to 104 destinations, on 25 other Star Alliance airlines, and with over 100 partner brands.
Executives from all three companies said the card is meant to make travel rewards more useful for everyday spenders. SBI Card earlier had two co-branded cards with Air India, which have been discontinued, as per Card Insider.
What it means for you
- Don’t apply yet through unofficial links or agents. Wait for the official launch on SBI Card or Air India’s website.
- Value will depend on how many Maharaja Points you earn per ₹100 and what a point is worth on flights. Check this once details are out.
- SBI Card is adding a 1% fee on some fuel and transport spends from 1 December. Read our report to see if it affects you.
- Want a travel card today? Use our credit card finder or compare cards side by side.
What to watch next
Watch for the official launch, with fee, reward rate and benefits. We will update you when the card details are confirmed.
Sources
- TravelBiz Monitor: Air India, SBI Card to launch co-branded Visa credit card soon
- Card Insider: Air India and SBI Card to launch new co-branded credit card
This is a news summary for education, not investment advice. Figures are as reported on or before 1 November 2026; check official sources before making decisions.