How to Generate PIN and Activate IDBI Bank Debit Card?

If you have received your new ATM card or debit card from the bank. Then you will have to activate it before you can start using it. In this guide, I will tell you how you can activate your IDBI Bank Debit Card by setting the 4 digits PIN of your choice.

There are a number of methods both online and offline to do this. But I recommend you to use the ATM machine method. The reason is you can set your PIN and you can also make your first financial or non-financial transaction at the same time.

Here financial transaction is withdrawing cash from the ATM machine. And the non-financial transactions are like balance enquiry, mini statement, etc. Please keep in mind that you should never share your PIN number and OTP with anyone. The bank officials will never contact you asking for these details.

Methods to Set PIN and Activate IDBI Bank Debit Card

Process of Setting PIN and Activating IDBI Bank Debit Card

Choose the method you would like to use and follow the instructions.

Using ATM Machine

Steps to Generate PIN and Activate IDBI Bank Debit Card Using ATM Machine:
  1. Locate the nearest IDBI Bank ATM machine near your location.
  2. Visit the ATM machine.
  3. Insert your debit card into the machine.
  4. Choose the language you would like to use the machine in.
  5. Select “Green ATM PIN” from the options.
  6. Tap on “Generate OTP” the bank will send you an OTP on your registered mobile number.
  7. Enter the OTP and tap on the “Validate OTP” button.
  8. Now enter 4 digits PIN of your choice.
  9. Re-enter the PIN and tap on the “Confirm” option.

Using Internet Banking

Steps to Generate PIN and Activate IDBI Bank Debit Card Online:
  1. Visit the official website of IDBI Bank.
  2. Login to your internet banking account.
  3. Click on the “Generate Instant ATM PIN” option.
  4. Select your debit card number.
  5. Select the reason why you want to generate the PIN.
  6. Click on “Generate OTP”, the bank will send you an OTP on your registered mobile number.
  7. Enter the OTP and proceed further.
  8. Enter your new PIN.
  9. Finally, enter your transaction password to apply the changes you have made.

Conclusion

Choose the method and follow the instructions you will be able to change or generate or set your new PIN. The bank will not charge you anything for this change or generation. If you wish you can also make use of the official mobile banking app of the bank. For more details call the customer care of the bank on 1800 209 4324. (toll-free number)