Starting from February 1, 2025, some users of the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in India may encounter difficulties while making payments, due to a new regulation introduced by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). The new UPI payment update prohibits the use of special characters in UPI transaction IDs. From this date onwards, transaction IDs must consist solely of letters and numbers. If any user’s UPI application still generates transaction IDs with special characters, the payments might be declined.
This change aims to enhance security and standardise UPI transactions. While NPCI has collaborated with payment applications to ensure compliance, some apps have not yet fully implemented these changes. NPCI has therefore decided to enforce this rule strictly from February 1.
UPI guidelines Feb 2025
To prevent transaction failures, users should first update their UPI app to the latest version; updates will typically include fixes for such compliance issues. If any user is uncertain whether his/her app adheres to the new rule, contacting customer support for confirmation is advisable.
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Additionally, the user should ensure that he/she is using a trusted UPI app downloaded from official sources like the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Some third-party apps might not comply with NPCI guidelines, potentially causing payment issues.
As digital payments become integral to daily life, this UPI security update is essential for maintaining secure and efficient transactions. If you depend on UPI for payments, ensuring your app is up to date and compliant with the new rule will help you avoid disruptions.
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