Airtel Payments Bank AEPS Now Live on NearPoint

Published on: 08 August 2026

NearPoint is pleased to announce the launch of Airtel Payments Bank AEPS services on the NearPoint platform. With this service now LIVE, NearPoint Retailers can provide Aadhaar-enabled banking services to customers directly from their retail outlets.

The addition of Airtel Payments Bank AEPS strengthens NearPoint’s digital service portfolio and gives retailers another practical service to offer customers in their local communities.

What is AEPS?

AEPS, or Aadhaar Enabled Payment System, is a banking service that enables eligible customers to perform certain basic banking transactions using their Aadhaar-linked bank account and biometric authentication.

For customers who may not have easy access to a traditional bank branch, AEPS can provide a convenient way to access essential banking services through an authorised banking point.

For retailers, it creates an opportunity to extend banking services from their existing shop or business location.

Airtel Payments Bank AEPS is Now LIVE on NearPoint

As of 08 August 2026, Airtel Payments Bank AEPS is available on NearPoint for eligible retailers.

Through the NearPoint platform, retailers can access the available AEPS services and assist customers with supported banking transactions.

Depending on service availability and applicable rules, AEPS may support services such as:

• Cash Withdrawal
• Balance Enquiry
• Mini Statement
• Aadhaar-based banking transactions
• Biometric authentication

The exact services, transaction limits and availability may depend on the applicable service provider requirements and regulatory conditions.

A Convenient Banking Option for Customers

Digital banking has made financial services more accessible, but customers in many areas still depend on nearby retail outlets for day-to-day banking assistance.

A retailer offering AEPS can provide customers with a convenient local access point for supported banking services. Instead of travelling to a bank branch for every basic requirement, customers may be able to use an authorised AEPS point closer to their home or workplace.

This is particularly useful for customers who prefer assisted digital banking or need access to basic banking facilities through a local service point.

New Opportunities for NearPoint Retailers

For retailers, providing additional digital services can help build a stronger relationship with their customers.

A shop that already provides mobile recharge, bill payment or other digital services can expand its service offering by adding AEPS where eligible and available.

With Airtel Payments Bank AEPS now LIVE on NearPoint, retailers have another service that can be offered from their existing business location.

The objective is simple: help retailers serve more everyday customer requirements from one platform.

Simple Access Through NearPoint

NearPoint is designed to bring multiple digital and financial services together for retailers.

With AEPS available on the platform, retailers can access the service through the NearPoint App and follow the applicable transaction process.

The service flow is designed around assisted banking, where the retailer helps the customer complete the supported transaction using the required authentication and verification process.

Retailers should always follow the instructions displayed within the NearPoint platform and comply with all applicable service provider and regulatory requirements.

Security and Responsible Transactions

Security is an important part of every financial transaction.

Retailers should carefully verify customer details before processing a transaction and ensure that biometric authentication is performed only with the customer’s knowledge and consent.

Customers should also remain careful with their confidential banking information.

Never ask customers to share sensitive credentials such as passwords, ATM PINs or other confidential information that is not required for the specific service.

Retailers should also maintain proper transaction records and follow the applicable operational and compliance guidelines while using AEPS services.

Why AEPS Matters for Retailers

The role of local retailers in digital financial services continues to grow. A trusted neighbourhood shop can often be more accessible to customers than a distant branch or service centre.

By offering supported AEPS services, retailers can:

• Provide customers with convenient access to basic banking services
• Increase the range of services available at their outlet
• Build stronger customer relationships
• Create additional business opportunities
• Make better use of their existing retail infrastructure

AEPS therefore represents more than just another digital service. For eligible retailers, it can become an important part of their everyday customer service offering.

Airtel Payments Bank AEPS + NearPoint

The availability of Airtel Payments Bank AEPS on NearPoint brings together banking access and a retailer-focused digital service platform.

For NearPoint, the focus remains on providing retailers with useful services that can be integrated into their day-to-day business operations.

For retailers, the benefit is having another service available through the same platform they already use for their digital service requirements.

How to Get Started

NearPoint Retailers can follow these simple steps:

1. Open the NearPoint App

Log in to your NearPoint account using your authorised retailer credentials.

2. Go to the AEPS Section

Open the AEPS service section from the available services.

3. Check Service Availability

Confirm that Airtel Payments Bank AEPS is available for your retailer account.

4. Follow the Transaction Process

Enter the required customer and transaction details and follow the authentication process shown in the application.

5. Complete the Transaction

Once the required verification is successfully completed, the transaction will be processed according to the applicable service rules.

Retailers should always review the transaction status before completing the customer interaction.

Built for the Next Generation of Retail Services

The retail industry is changing rapidly. Customers increasingly expect essential services to be available close to where they live and work.

NearPoint aims to support this changing retail environment by bringing digital, financial and assisted services together on a single platform.

The launch of Airtel Payments Bank AEPS is another step towards expanding the range of services available to NearPoint Retailers.

For a retailer, having multiple services under one platform can make everyday operations more convenient while helping them respond to a wider range of customer needs.

Airtel Payments Bank AEPS is LIVE on NearPoint

As of 08 August 2026, Airtel Payments Bank AEPS is now LIVE on NearPoint for eligible retailers.

If you are a NearPoint Retailer, open the NearPoint App and check the AEPS section to access the available service.

Stay connected with NearPoint for more updates, new services and improvements designed to help retailers grow their digital service business.

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Disclaimer: AEPS service availability, transaction limits, applicable charges, commissions, eligibility and other conditions are subject to the terms of the respective service provider, applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. Retailers should use the service only in accordance with the applicable policies and instructions.