UPI Gets Faster: NPCI Cuts Response Time for Payments, Status Checks and Reversals

Starting June 16, 2025, UPI transactions will become quicker as the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has reduced response times across various transaction types. This move aims to improve the overall efficiency and reliability of UPI payments.

New Response Time Guidelines

According to an NPCI circular issued on April 26, banks and payment service providers have been asked to implement faster response times. Here are the revised limits:

Why This Change Was Made

The changes are meant to enhance UPI's performance and prevent delays during peak usage. Banks and payment platforms were instructed to ensure their systems are updated accordingly, without affecting service reliability.

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Past UPI Outages Prompted Action

The decision follows a UPI outage in April 2025, which disrupted digital payments for many users. Around 76% of users faced issues with payments, and 23% were unable to transfer funds. This was the second outage in 10 days, raising concerns about UPI's stability.

Conclusion

With the new response time limits now in place, users can expect faster and smoother UPI transactions. NPCI’s move is a step toward improving the digital payment experience in India, especially during high-traffic periods.

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