The transactions done on Google Pay or GPay are secured by a UPI PIN. Here is what you need to do if you are unable to add a bank account in Google Pay.
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Google Pay is a well-known payment app used by millions of people across the globe. The app allows you to pay bills, shop online, or send money directly from your bank account to almost anyone in real-time over Unified Payments Interface (UPI). Google Pay simplifies the process of money transfer even through their website.
The transactions done on Google Pay or GPay are secured by a UPI PIN. However, if you are unable to add a bank account in Google Pay, here is what you need to do.
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How to add a bank account in Google Pay
First, make sure that your bank works with UPI. If it doesn't, your bank account won't work with Google Pay.
Steps to add a bank account in Google Pay
Next, make sure that you're using the latest version of the app. If you're not sure, try to update the app. You can add a bank account to your Google Pay by following the steps below:
Step 1: First, open Google Pay app on your device.
Step 2: Next, in the top left, tap your photo>Bank account.
Step 3: Next, tap Add bank account.
Step 4: Choose your bank from the list.
Note: You might need to give Google Pay permission to send a verification SMS to your bank.
Step 5: If you have an existing UPI PIN, you'll be asked to enter it.
In case, if you forgot your UPI PIN, you can create a new one. You'll need your debit card details to reset your UPI PIN.
How to reset Google Pay UPI PIN
- Open Google Pay on your device
- In the top left, tap your Photo
- Tap the bank account you want to edit
- Next, tap Forgot UPI PIN
- Enter the last 6 digits of your debit card number and the expiry date
- Create a new UPI PIN
- Enter the OTP you get by SMS.
Keep in mind that if you enter a wrong UPI PIN more than 3 times, then you might not be able to change or reset your UPI PIN for 24 hours. You won't even be able to send or receive money during this time.
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Published By:
Megha Chaturvedi
Published On:
Jun 2, 2021
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