Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has increased the maximum recharge limit of its smart travel card from ₹3,000 to ₹5,000, offering greater flexibility and added benefits for regular commuters.

Passengers can use the smart card as a cashless alternative for ticket payments, with a system similar to ATM card swiping now enabled on buses.

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Under the revised structure, users receive bonus value on recharges:

  • ₹1,000 to ₹1,999: Additional ₹40
  • ₹2,000 and above: Additional ₹100
  • ₹3,000 and above: Additional ₹150
  • ₹4,000 and above: Additional ₹200

The balance on the card remains valid for one year. If the card is not used within this period, it must be reactivated before further use.

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The card is priced at ₹100, with a minimum recharge amount of ₹100. It can be obtained from KSRTC conductors, marketing executives, and KSRTC units across the state.