How to Activate a New Axis Bank Debit Card Online?

Are you wondering how to activate a new Axis Bank Debit Card Online? Well, even I was wondering the same a few days back and found no reliable information anywhere. This is why, in this article, I explain the same and tell you a few alternative ways as well to help you guys.

So, whenever you open a bank account with Axis Bank, you will be delivered your debit card at your doorstep which needs to be activated thereafter. Debit Cards are a very important tool to carry around and help us in many different ways. It is something that eliminates the need to carry cash everywhere. Let’s find out how to activate it online from the comfort of your home!

Ways to Activate Axis Bank Debit Card Online

Usually, when you receive your debit card, you will also find a leaflet with all the instructions to activate the card. There are 2 different ways by which you can do it online that is by:

Through Axis Bank Net Banking

For this method to work, you should have opted for a net banking service while opening your bank account. The bank will give you credentials to log in to avail of all the services. Here’s how to activate your debit card online through net banking:

Visit the official Axis Bank’s internet banking page and log in to your account.
Click the “Products” option on the dashboard and select “Cards” from the drop-down menu.
Go to the “Debit Cards” option and choose “Change PIN”.
Enter a 4-digit PIN of your choice and submit the same.
You will receive an OTP on your phone number that is registered with the bank for verification.
After submitting the OTP, you will receive a confirmation message that your PIN has been set up and the debit card is activated now.

Through the Axis Bank Mobile App

You can activate your debit card through the Axis Bank mobile app as well, here are the steps to it:

Download the official Axis Bank mobile app and log in using your credentials.
Click on the “Home” button that is located on the top left corner of the screen.
In the search bar above, type “Debit Card” and click on the option presented there.
Select the “Set/ Reset PIN” option.
Enter a new 4-digit PIN and re-enter the same for confirmation.

That’s it, after doing this your ATM will be activated for use.

Offline Method To Activate Your Axis Bank Debit Card

Now, if both the above-mentioned methods do not work, then there is another option to activate your Axis debit card. However, with this method, you might have to get out of the house and visit the nearest Axis Bank ATM.

At the ATM, take your debit card and slide it into the machine.
Click on the “Set PIN” option.
You will receive an activation code to your registered mobile number.
Enter this code and all the other details that are asked on the screen.
Now Set your Debit card PIN and re-enter it confirmation.

So, as soon as you press “Submit”, your Debit card will be activated immediately.

Wrapping Up

This was all about how to activate a new Axis Bank Debit Card online and offline as well. Now, there is one other method where you can activate the card using phone banking where you call the Axis Bank toll-free numbers, However, with rising scams in the country, I would not recommend using that method.

It is important that you set up a PIN for security reasons and it can be done through various methods. Moreover, you can get in touch with Axis Bank customer support whenever you need any sort of banking assistance.

Khushi Singla

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