Samsung, Axis Bank tie-up to offer 'Bill Payments' on Samsung Pay

Smartphone manufacturer Samsung on Thursday launched its 'Bill Payments' on its flagship payments service, Samsung Pay in partnership with Axis Bank.

The new feature launched by the company will enable users to pay their utility bills seamlessly via Samsung Pay's secure and convenient platform.

"Since the launch of Samsung Pay, we have constantly innovated and added user-centric features such as UPI, wallets, gift cards and now 'Bill Payments'. With the introduction of 'Bill Payments', consumers will be able to pay their utility bills seamlessly through Samsung Pay, set reminders and search favourite biller based on their current location," said Samsung India Director, Sanjay Razdan.

"'Bill Payments' is another 'Make for India' innovation that we believe will greatly benefit our consumers," he added.

Currently, users can pay their mobile, landline phone, electricity, gas, water and DTH bills using 'Bill Payments' on Samsung Pay.

Bill payment through Samsung Pay comes with a host of unique features.

It will offer users a secure, hassle free, and instant payment option on-the-go.

Consumers can view due amount, details of previous bills and location-based suggested billers while paying bills through Samsung Pay. One can also set 'reminders' for bill payments.

"Samsung Pay is a key partner of Axis Bank in driving digital payments. With the addition of Utility Bill Payments in Samsung Pay, powered by Axis Bank, we see our partnership strengthening even further," said President and Head, Transaction Banking, Axis Bank, Himadri Shekhar Chatterjee.