SBI Card Updates Domestic Airport Lounge Benefits for Select Credit Cards Effective January 10

 SBI Card has refreshed its Domestic Airport Lounge Access Program, effective January 10, 2026, introducing a more structured card eligibility framework and wider nationwide lounge participation.  

The upgrade strengthens travel benefits for premium and co-branded cardholders across India’s busiest airports. 

Expanded Access Through Two Card Sets 

The updated program categorises eligible cards into Set A and Set B, each providing access to a curated group of domestic airport lounges.  

Set A includes cards such as Apollo SBI Card SELECT, BPCL SBI Card OCTANE, Paytm SBI Card SELECT and PhonePe SBI Card SELECT, while Set B covers a broader portfolio including SBI Card PRIME, KrisFlyer SBI Card, Titan SBI Card, Landmark Rewards variants and multiple co-branded PRIME cards issued with partner banks.  

This segmentation ensures more transparent benefit allocation for travellers. 

Lounge Network Strengthened Across Key Cities 

The new lounge roster brings expanded participation across major hubs such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Kolkata. Set A users gain access to lounges including 080 Lounge in Bengaluru, Encalm Lounge in Delhi, Adani Lounge in Mumbai, and Travel Club lounges in Chennai and Kolkata. 

Set B travellers benefit from an even wider footprint, adding cities such as Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Cochin, Coimbatore, Goa, Indore, Jaipur, Vadodara, Srinagar and Vishakhapatnam. These additions create one of the most extensive lounge networks available to domestic flyers. 

Key Terms and Access Features 

Under the revised program, customers must present their eligible SBI Credit Card for on-ground validation. Visa and RuPay cards incur a ₹2 non-refundable authentication charge, while Mastercard users undergo a temporary ₹25 hold that is not debited.  

Complimentary entries remain subject to card-wise quota, after which access may be denied or delivered on a paid basis. Lounges may also impose usage caps such as two- or three-hour limits. Food, beverages, spa or premium services may be chargeable at select locations. 

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Conclusion 

With expanded card eligibility and a wider lounge network, SBI Card strengthens its domestic travel value proposition ahead of a busy 2026. The refreshed program positions the issuer as a leading facilitator of premium travel experiences for India’s growing base of frequent flyers. 

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