If you frequently use public transport, we have some exciting news for you! Blinkit, India’s quick commerce platform, has launched the Bharat Yatra Card. This National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) is a prepaid RuPay card specifically designed to simplify payments for metro and bus journeys across various cities in India. This one card will work in multiple cities, including Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru.
Announced by Blinkit’s CEO, Albinder Dhindsa, on X, this innovative card is available for doorstep delivery in just 10 minutes in major urban areas, including Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, and Ahmedabad.
The Bharat Yatra Card is versatile, allowing users to travel seamlessly across different metro and bus services in India. It supports metro rides in Delhi and NCR, BEST buses in Mumbai, Namma Metro in Bengaluru, and MTC buses in Chennai, as well as metro services in Ahmedabad, Kanpur, and beyond.
No KYC Needed For Bharat Yatra Card
One of its most convenient features is that there is no KYC requirement, enabling quick registration using just your mobile number. One can load a maximum of INR 2000 onto the card through a user-friendly in-app payment gateway, by scanning a QR code on the back of the card with any UPI app, or directly at metro stations.
Today, we’re launching the NCMC Bharat Yatra Card on Blinkit.
It’s a ₹50, zero-KYC, RuPay powered card by @PineLabs which supports instant UPI top ups and also eliminates the need for city specific transport cards.
This is a meaningful step in enabling public transport usage… pic.twitter.com/1gKIniaDsN
— Albinder Dhindsa (@albinder) January 27, 2026
In fact, traveling with the Bharat Yatra Card comes with numerous benefits. It is interoperable, meaning it can be used across various public transport systems that support NCMC, enhancing convenience for commuters. The card is reloadable, allowing you to top it up easily whenever needed without having to purchase a new one.
Additionally, it facilitates cashless travel, so you can ride public transport without the hassle of carrying cash. Enhanced with chip protection, the card also offers additional security against unauthorized use. With a tap-and-go functionality, you can skip long queues for faster boarding.
The Bharat Yatra Card has a validity of five years, making it a practical long-term option for commuters. This smart card, developed in partnership with Pine Labs, serves as a unified payment solution for all public transport systems that support NCMC.
How To Use Bharat Yatra Card
- Receive your Bharat Yatra card kit upon delivery. Download the Bharat Yatra app by scanning the QR code included in your welcome letter.
- Log in using your registered mobile number and the OTP (One-Time Password) sent to you.
- Register your card by either scanning the QR code on the back of the card or entering the last four digits of the reference number.
- Load funds into your card using the app, by scanning the QR code on the back of the card, or at any metro station.
- Before traveling, tap your card on the card reader at any metro station to sync your balance.
