ICICI Bank Revises Savings Account Cash Transaction and ECS Return Charges from December 1, 2026
ICICI Bank will revise select savings account service charges effective December 1, 2026. Customers will continue to receive three free cash deposits and withdrawals monthly, with a free transaction value limit of Rs 1 lakh each for deposits and withdrawals. Charges for cash transactions exceeding these limits will increase from Rs 3.50 to Rs 4 per Rs 1,000 or Rs 150 per transaction, whichever is higher. Penalties for electronic debit returns will also be revised. Customers are advised to review the updated fee schedule to understand the impact.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 22 Oct, 06:57 am. Other outlets followed.