Thursday, 1 January, 2026
NPCI Considers Extending Deadline for UPI Pull Payment Transition
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is likely to push back the deadline for phasing out "pull payments" on the UPI network. This potential extension aims to provide banks and fintech companies more time to migrate to the more secure "push" mechanism without interrupting consumer transactions. By delaying the transition, NPCI seeks to ensure a seamless user experience while maintaining the structural integrity and security of India’s digital payment ecosystem.
Read full story at Economic Times