I just saw a headline saying Amazon is doubling cashback rewards on fuel purchases, and now I’m curious can credit cards really help save on petrol and diesel in India? With prices going up every month, every little cashback sounds tempting, right? Has anyone actually used Amazon Pay or other fuel credit cards for daily refills?
Here’s what’s happening Amazon Pay ICICI credit card users can now earn double cashback on fuel purchases, going up to nearly 12% in some cases. The move comes as fuel prices rise across India, and Amazon wants to make its card more rewarding for everyday expenses like petrol and diesel.
Normally, most credit cards in India exclude fuel purchases from cashback programs, or only offer a 1% fuel surcharge waiver. But Amazon is breaking that pattern by turning fuel spends into a cashback category, which gets directly credited as Amazon Pay balance. This balance can later be used for online shopping, bill payments, or even UPI transfers through Amazon Pay.
For frequent commuters or delivery partners using Amazon Flex, this is a real benefit. For example, if you spend ₹5,000 a month on fuel, you could earn up to ₹600 in cashback not bad when petrol is over ₹100 per litre in many cities.
| Feature | Typical Credit Cards | Amazon Pay Credit Card |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Cashback | Usually 0% | Up to 12% |
| Reward Type | Points or Miles | Amazon Pay Balance |
| Annual Fee | Varies | Lifetime Free |
| Redeem Options | Limited | Online, Bill Pay, UPI |