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Credit Cards for Self-Employed · AP & Telangana

Credit Cards for
Self-Employed &
Business Owners.

Freelancer, doctor, consultant, trader, shopkeeper, or business owner — salary slip lekapovadam credit card ki barrier kaadu. DSA Loan Agent meeru income profile ki perfect credit card match chesukoni, ITR-based high-limit card approve cheyyadaniki help chestadu. Cashback, rewards, travel benefits anni untaayi.

  • Credit limits up to ₹10 Lakhs for business owners
  • ITR-based approval — no salary slip required
  • Cashback, reward points, travel miles, lounge access
  • Secured card option — 100% approval via FD
  • 100% free guidance — zero agent charges
800+
Cards Issued
₹10L
Max Credit Limit
20+
Card Options
₹0
Agent Fee

💳 Quick Apply — Self-Employed Credit Card

🔒 Safe & secure. Agent calls within 30 mins.

Why Self-Employed Professionals Need a Dedicated Credit Card

Self-employed individuals — doctors, consultants, traders, freelancers, and business owners — have irregular but often high incomes. A credit card tailored for self-employed profiles gives you spending power, reward benefits, and business expense management that a regular salaried card cannot match.

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Separate Business & Personal Expenses

A dedicated credit card for your business makes GST filing, expense tracking, and income tax computation far easier. Every transaction is logged — accountant's dream.

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Build Credit Score for Future Loans

Regular credit card usage and timely payment builds a strong CIBIL score — making future business loans, home loans, and MSME loans faster and cheaper to access.

45-Day Interest-Free Float

Credit card gives 45–55 days interest-free period — effectively free working capital for your business. Stock purchase, supplier payments — all interest-free for a month.

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Earn While You Spend

Every business expense earns reward points, cashback, or miles. ₹50,000/month spend on a premium card can earn ₹5,000–₹15,000 in annual rewards and benefits.

The smartest way to get a Self-Employed Credit Card in AP & TG

Banks reject self-employed applicants for many reasons — wrong card choice, wrong income declaration, incomplete ITR. Agent knows exactly which bank accepts which profile.

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20+ Card Options Compared

HDFC Regalia, ICICI Coral, Axis Magnus, SBI SimplyCLICK, Amex Gold, YES First Exclusive — agent compares all and picks the best card for your income and spending pattern.

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Profession-Specific Expertise

Doctor, CA, trader, freelancer — each profession has different card options and income proof requirements. Agent knows exactly which bank and card variant to target first.

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ITR & Income Optimisation

Agent reviews your ITR and guides which income declaration best supports your desired credit limit — legally and compliantly. Higher limit from first application.

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100% Free Service

We never charge applicants. Banks pay us referral fee — plan comparison, documentation, application submission, follow-up, all zero cost to you.

Fast Approval Tracking

Application submit chesina nundi card receive ayyevakara — agent daily follow-up chestadu. Most cards approved in 5–7 working days, physical card in 7–10 days.

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Rejection Recovery Help

Already rejected by one bank? Agent identifies exact rejection reason and reapplies with the right bank where your profile fits — higher success second time.

Credit Card Features for Self-Employed — Key Details

Complete overview of what self-employed credit cards offer — from credit limits to reward structures.

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Credit Limit

Based on ITR / business income declared

₹50,000 – ₹10 Lakhs
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Reward Points

Points on every rupee spent — redeemable for vouchers, flights, products

1–10 Points per ₹100
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Cashback

Direct cashback on fuel, groceries, online shopping, utilities

1%–5% Cashback
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Travel Benefits

Airport lounge access, air miles, travel insurance

Free Lounge Access
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Interest-Free Period

Pay in full by due date — zero interest charged

Up to 55 Days Free
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Secured Card Option

Apply against FD — 100% guaranteed approval

FD-Backed, Always Approved
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Annual Fee

Fee waived on minimum annual spending threshold

₹0 – ₹5,000/year
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Complimentary Insurance

Air accident, travel, purchase protection insurance

Bundled with Premium Cards

Who qualifies for a Self-Employed Credit Card?

Any self-employed Indian professional or business owner with verifiable income, ITR filing history, and a reasonable CIBIL score can apply.

👤 Applicant Eligibility

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    Nationality

    Indian resident. NRI cards also available from select banks for NRI business owners.

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    Age

    21 to 65 years at time of application. Add-on cards for family members from age 18.

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    Business Vintage

    Minimum 2 years of business operation — supported by ITR, GST registration, or bank statements.

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    CIBIL Score

    700+ preferred for most premium cards. 650+ acceptable for entry-level and secured cards. Below 650 — FD-backed secured card recommended.

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    Minimum Annual Income

    ₹3 Lakhs/year minimum for entry cards. ₹6–₹8 Lakhs+ for premium cards with higher limits and lounge access.

💡 New to credit? No CIBIL history unte — FD-backed secured credit card best option. 6–12 months regular usage chestae strong CIBIL score build avutuundi. Agent step-by-step credit building plan suggest chestadu.

💼 Eligible Professions & Business Types

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    Medical Professionals

    Doctors, dentists, physiotherapists — HDFC and Kotak have dedicated doctor credit cards with special benefits.

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    Legal & Finance Professionals

    CA, CS, lawyers, financial advisors — recognized as professionals with easier approval and higher initial limits.

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    Traders & Retailers

    Shop owners, wholesalers, distributors — GST registration + bank turnover proof = strong application.

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    Freelancers & IT Professionals

    Web developers, designers, writers, consultants — bank statements + ITR sufficient. Some banks accept Form 16 equivalent certificates.

💡 ITR not filed yet? Current year ITR file cheyyadaniki CA help teesuko — meeru file chesina taruvaata agent credit card apply cheyyadaniki guide chestadu. Or FD-backed secured card ippudu teesukuni, ITR ready ayyaka premium card upgrade chesuko. Both options agent explain chestadu.

Documents needed for Self-Employed Credit Card

Self-employed applicants need income proof in place of salary slips. Agent helps compile and verify everything before submission.

👤 Identity & Address Proof

  • Aadhaar Card (identity + address)
  • PAN Card (mandatory for all cards)
  • Passport / Voter ID / Driving Licence
  • 2 passport size photographs
  • Recent utility bill (address proof backup)

💰 Income & ITR Documents

  • Last 2 years ITR with computation sheet
  • Last 2 years CA-certified P&L statement
  • Last 6 months business bank statements
  • Form 26AS (tax credit statement)
  • GST returns (GSTR-3B) — last 6 months

🏢 Business Existence Proof

  • GST Registration Certificate
  • Trade licence / Shop act licence
  • Business registration / partnership deed
  • Professional degree certificate (doctors/CAs)
  • MSME / Udyam Registration (if applicable)

🏦 For Secured / FD-Backed Card

  • Existing FD certificate (same bank preferred)
  • Bank savings account statements
  • FD receipt / auto-renewable FD confirmation
  • No income proof needed for secured card
  • No ITR mandatory for secured card

📱 All documents submitted digitally via WhatsApp. Agent verifies completeness before bank submission — no bank visits needed.

Which credit cards are best for Self-Employed?

From entry-level cashback cards to premium travel cards — agent matches your spending pattern to the card that earns the most for your lifestyle and business needs.

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Cashback Cards

  • HDFC Millennia — 5% cashback on Amazon, Flipkart, online spends
  • ICICI Amazon Pay CC — 5% cashback on Amazon, 2% on utilities
  • Axis ACE — 5% cashback on Google Pay, 4% utilities
  • SBI SimplySAVE — fuel surcharge waiver + reward points
  • Standard Chartered Manhattan — 3x rewards on weekends
  • Best for: High online & offline everyday spending
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Travel & Lounge Access Cards

  • HDFC Regalia — 8 complimentary domestic lounge visits/year
  • Axis Magnus — 25 international + domestic lounge visits
  • ICICI Sapphiro — Priority Pass for international lounges
  • YES First Exclusive — Unlimited domestic lounge access
  • Amex Platinum Travel — 15,000 bonus Membership Rewards points
  • Best for: Business owners who travel frequently
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Doctor / Professional Cards

  • HDFC Doctors Superia — 2% cashback on medical purchases
  • Kotak Doctor Credit Card — special EMI on medical equipment
  • ICICI Professional CC — for CA/CS/Lawyers — lower income threshold
  • Axis Professional Card — verified professional tier, high limit
  • SBI Doctor's Credit Card — fuel, dining & travel benefits
  • Best for: Doctors, CAs, lawyers, architects
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Business & SME Cards

  • HDFC Business MoneyBack — 2x rewards on business purchases
  • ICICI Business Advantage — GST billing, employee add-ons
  • Axis Biz+ Credit Card — higher limit, GST input credit tracking
  • IndusInd Pinnacle — premium SME card with travel + dining
  • Amex Business Gold — flexible spending limit for businesses
  • Best for: Traders, retailers, MSME business owners
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Secured (FD-Backed) Cards

  • SBI Unnati Card — against SBI FD, ₹25,000 min FD, no joining fee
  • HDFC Secured Card — FD ₹25,000+, 80% of FD as credit limit
  • Axis Insta Easy — instant approval against Axis FD
  • ICICI Instant Platinum — FD-backed, no income proof needed
  • Kotak 811 DreamDifferent — ₹5,000 FD, entry-level card
  • Best for: No CIBIL history, ITR not filed, new to credit
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Premium & Super-Premium Cards

  • HDFC Infinia — invitation only, unlimited lounge, golf, concierge
  • Axis Reserve — ₹50,000 limit+, unlimited lounge, butler service
  • Amex Platinum Charge — no preset limit, airport meet & greet
  • YES Private — ultra-premium, for HNI business owners ₹25L+ income
  • ICICI Emeralde — ₹12L+ income, unlimited lounge, golf, fine dining
  • Best for: High-income professionals & HNI business owners

🏦 Top banks issuing credit cards for self-employed in AP & TG:

HDFC Bank
ICICI Bank
Axis Bank
SBI Card
Kotak Mahindra
YES Bank
IndusInd Bank
American Express
RBL Bank
AU Small Finance
Standard Chartered
Citi / Axis

Get your Self-Employed Credit Card in 5 easy steps

From profile check to card delivery — agent handles every step. No bank visits needed.

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Share Your Profile

Call or WhatsApp Agent with occupation type, annual income, ITR status, CIBIL score (if known), and preferred card benefits.

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Free Profile Analysis

Agent reviews ITR, income, business vintage, and CIBIL — identifies best card options with highest approval probability for your profile.

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Document Collection

Agent collects ITR, business proof, identity documents via WhatsApp. Fills and submits application to the best-fit bank digitally.

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Bank Processing

Bank verifies income and CIBIL. Agent follows up daily — most self-employed cards approved in 5–7 working days. Agent tracks every status update.

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Card Delivered Home

Physical card couriered to address. Agent activates, explains reward program, sets up autopay, and ensures maximum benefit usage from day one.

Benefits of Credit Cards for Self-Employed

A well-chosen credit card doesn't just help you spend — it earns back, builds credit, and simplifies your business finances.

🎁 Earn Rewards on Business Expenses

Every business purchase — vendor payments, office supplies, fuel, travel — earns reward points or cashback. ₹1 Lakh/month spend can earn ₹1,000–₹5,000 in monthly rewards.

✈️ Airport Lounge Access — Work in Comfort

Premium cards offer 8–unlimited complimentary lounge visits per year. Domestic travel ki lounge access means comfortable productive time — no additional cost.

📈 Build Business Credit Score

Consistent credit card usage and on-time payment builds your CIBIL from 0 or low to 750+ within 12 months — unlocking better rates on future MSME and business loans.

💼 Simplify GST & Tax Filing

Monthly credit card statement acts as expense record. Business expenses categorised automatically — makes GST input credit tracking and ITR preparation significantly easier for your CA.

🔄 Interest-Free Working Capital

Pay suppliers, buy stock, or manage expenses today — and pay back in 45–55 days with zero interest if paid in full. Effectively free short-term working capital for your business.

🛡️ Purchase & Fraud Protection

Premium credit cards include zero liability on unauthorised transactions, purchase protection insurance on new items, and extended warranty on electronics — saving thousands on claims.

Credit Limit, Annual Fees & Reward Comparison

Compare top credit cards for self-employed and understand what fees you pay versus what rewards you earn back.

Card Name Annual Fee Key Benefit Best For
HDFC Regalia ₹2,500 (waived on ₹3L spend) 4 reward pts / ₹150, 6 domestic lounges Travel + Rewards
Axis Magnus ₹10,000 (waived on ₹15L spend) 12 pts / ₹200, unlimited lounge Premium Travel
ICICI Coral ₹500 (waived on ₹1.5L spend) 2 reward pts / ₹100, 2 lounge/quarter Entry-Level Rewards
Axis ACE ₹499 (waived on ₹2L spend) 5% cashback on Google Pay Cashback — Online
SBI SimplyCLICK ₹499 (waived on ₹1L spend) 10x points on Amazon, Cleartrip, Flipkart Online Shopping
Amex Gold Charge ₹1,000 (waived Year 1) 1,000 bonus pts on ₹1,500 spend per month Everyday Rewards
HDFC Millennia ₹1,000 (waived on ₹1L spend) 5% cashback on Amazon, Flipkart, Swiggy Digital / Online
SBI/HDFC Secured Card ₹0 – ₹500/year Basic rewards, credit building focus New to Credit / No ITR

⚠️ Annual fee waiver conditions vary. Rewards are indicative. Agent confirms exact benefits for your income level and recommends the highest-value card for your spending pattern.

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Credit Limit Based on ITR Income

Self-employed credit limits are typically 2–3x average monthly income shown in ITR. ₹6L annual ITR income → ₹1–₹1.5L credit limit. ₹15L ITR income → ₹3–₹5L limit. Higher ITR = higher limit.

2–3x Monthly ITR Income
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Reward Points Value

1 reward point = ₹0.25–₹1 depending on bank and redemption method. Travel redemption gives maximum value — ₹1 per point. Cash redemption gives ₹0.25–₹0.50.

Best Value: Travel Redemption
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Lounge Access Value

Airport lounge visit value = ₹600–₹1,500 per visit (food + WiFi + rest). 8 free visits/year = ₹5,000–₹12,000 annual savings. Annual card fee covered by lounge savings alone.

₹5,000–₹12,000 Annual Saving
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Annual Fee Waiver Strategy

Most premium cards waive annual fee on minimum annual spend. HDFC Regalia: ₹3L spend waives ₹2,500 fee. Always choose card where your natural spend crosses the waiver threshold.

Spend Threshold = Free Card
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Credit Utilisation & CIBIL Impact

Keep credit utilisation below 30% of limit for best CIBIL impact. ₹1L limit? Spend max ₹30,000/month. Pay in full every month — CIBIL improves 30–50 points per quarter with disciplined usage.

30% Utilisation = Best CIBIL

Frequently Asked Questions

Self-employed credit card lo common doubts — clear, honest answers.

Avunu, vastundi. Salary slip mandatory kaadu self-employed ki. Banks ITR (Income Tax Return) and bank statements based gaa income verify chestaayi. HDFC, ICICI, Axis, SBI, Kotak anni major banks ITR-based self-employed credit cards issue chestaayi. Last 2 years ITR filed unte most premium cards eligible avutuundi. Agent meeru ITR income based gaa exact eligible card list suggest chestadu — first application lo rejection avoid avutuundi.
ITR undadam strongly recommended — but ITR lekunna credit card teesukune option undi. FD-backed secured credit card — bank lo ₹25,000–₹50,000 Fixed Deposit pettite, adi security gaa credit card issue chestaayi. No ITR, no income proof, no salary slip needed. Credit limit FD amount ki 80–90% vastundi. HDFC, SBI, ICICI, Axis anni banks secured cards offer chestaayi. 12 months good usage chesi ITR file chestae premium unsecured card upgrade easy avutuundi.
Entry-level cards ki minimum ₹3–₹4 Lakhs annual income (ITR lo) sufficient. Mid-tier cards (lounge access, better rewards) ki ₹6–₹8 Lakhs/year required. Premium cards (Regalia, Magnus, Sapphiro) ki ₹10–₹15 Lakhs/year income needed. Professional cards (doctors, CAs) ki income requirement slightly lower — profession prestige factor gaa count avutuundi. Agent meeru exact ITR income tell chestunte, which card exactly eligible avutuundi clear gaa inform chestadu.
CIBIL score 700 below unte or no CIBIL history unte — FD-backed secured card best path. Step 1: Secured card teesuko. Step 2: 6–12 months lo bill fully pay cheyyi, 30% utilisation maintain cheyyi. Step 3: CIBIL 750+ ki vastaadi. Step 4: Unsecured premium card upgrade chesukuni FD close cheyyi. Agent this exact process guide chestadu — typically 12–18 months lo excellent CIBIL history build avutuundi. Patience + discipline = great credit.
Absolutely! Credit card business expenses ki use cheyyatam highly beneficial. Monthly statement automatic expense record avutuundi — CA ki accounts work easy avutuundi. GST input credit track cheyyatam kuda easier. HDFC Business MoneyBack, Axis Biz+ lanti cards specifically business spending ki designed — office supplies, travel, vendor payments ki accelerated rewards. Plus all business card expenses digital trail lo undi — income tax scrutiny lo helpful.
Frequent travel chestunte: Axis Magnus (₹10,000 fee, unlimited lounge, 12x reward points on travel) or HDFC Regalia (₹2,500 fee, 8 lounge visits, travel insurance) best options. International travel ki Priority Pass included cards — ICICI Sapphiro, YES First Exclusive. Amex Platinum Travel card — India lo travel ki best points earning. Agent meeru travel frequency, domestic vs international, and preferred airlines based gaa best fit recommend chestadu. Right card choose chestae annual travel savings ₹20,000–₹50,000+ possible.
Late payment: 1) Finance charges 2–4% per month (36–48% annual) — very expensive. 2) Late payment penalty ₹500–₹1,500. 3) CIBIL score drops 50–100 points per late payment. Recommended practice: Auto-pay minimum amount set up cheyyi (worst case cheyyi) + manually full amount pay cheyyatam best. Agent auto-pay setup, billing cycle optimization, and spending limit tips anni first card use chestunte explain chestadu. Credit card credit tool — debt trap kaakaundaa use cheyyatam key skill.
Absolutely zero! Applicants ki memu emi charge cheyyadam ledu. Banks and card issuers DSA agents ki referral fee pay chestaayi — meeru 100% free gaa card comparison, ITR review, document help, application submission, follow-up, card delivery tracking, and reward program setup services teesukuntaaru. Best card + highest credit limit + best rewards for your profile — idi mee goal, maa goal. One WhatsApp message tho start cheyyi.

Real self-employed professionals, real results

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Doctor gaa practice chestanu — salary slip ledu, bank lo credit card reject ayyindi. Agent HDFC Doctors Superia card ki apply chesadu — professional certificate and last 2 years ITR sufficient ayyindi. ₹3 Lakhs credit limit, lounge access, medical purchases ki 2% cashback. 6 days lo card vacchindi. Agent ledante possible kaadudu!

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Dr. Ramakrishna
HDFC Doctors Superia — ₹3L Limit
🏥 Medical Practitioner — Hyderabad
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Cloth merchant gaa business chestanu — ITR ₹8 Lakhs/year. Agent Axis ACE and HDFC Millennia compare chesi Axis ACE recommend chesadu — Google Pay tho payments ki 5% cashback vastundi. Monthly ₹80,000 spend lo ₹4,000 cashback vastundi. Annual fee ₹499 — first month lo recover ayyindi. Agent comparison cheyyadam ledu ante wrong card teesukunevaadini.

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Mahesh Kumar
Axis ACE — 5% Cashback
🏪 Cloth Merchant — Vijayawada
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Freelancer gaa ITR filing start chesano 1 year ayyindi. CIBIL history ledu ante worried ayinam. Agent SBI Secured Card against ₹50,000 FD suggest chesadu — no ITR needed, instant approval. 10 months regular usage tarvata CIBIL 760 ayyindi. Agent Axis Magnus upgrade chesadu — now ₹5L limit, unlimited lounge access. Credit journey agent tho chala easy ayyindi.

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Sravani Priya
Secured → Axis Magnus Upgrade
💻 IT Freelancer — Hyderabad

Salary slip ledu ante credit card leedu — ani anukuntunnaaraa?

ITR unte high-limit premium cards possible. ITR lekunna FD-backed secured card 100% guaranteed. One call — Agent meeru profile ki best credit card same day apply chestadu. 100% free across AP & Telangana.

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