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UPI clocks record 24,162 crore transactions worth ₹314 lakh crore in FY26

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  • May 1, 2026
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UPI clocks record 24,162 crore transactions worth ₹314 lakh crore in FY26

New Delhi: Unified Payments Interface recorded 24,162 crore transactions worth ₹314 lakh crore in FY26, according to a government press release, underscoring the continued scale and adoption of India’s flagship digital payments platform.

The data highlights growing reliance on UPI across urban, semi-urban, and rural regions. Ease of use, interoperability, and expanding digital infrastructure have driven the surge, the release said. UPI’s transaction volume and value in FY26 mark a new milestone for the platform, which has become central to daily payments for individuals and businesses alike.

The government reiterated its commitment to strengthening the digital payments ecosystem, with a focus on innovation, security, and inclusion, as UPI continues to scale new milestones.