The NPCI has discontinued the option to make UPI payments by manually entering a UPI ID or mobile number from February 28, 2026.
UPI 2026: With features such as offline transactions, automatic payments and bank-backed credit lines, UPI is gradually becoming a full digital payments ecosystem rather than just a transfer tool.
PhonePe now supports biometric UPI payments using fingerprint or Face ID. Enable it in settings to approve transactions up to ₹5,000 quickly without entering your UPI PIN.
Have you ever wondered if you could set your own UPI ID? Yes, to make digital payments easier and safer, Paytm recently introduced a great feature. Using this feature, you can set your own UPI ID.