How To Activate a Federal Bank ATM Card
What is ATM Card?
An ATM card is a dedicated payment card card issued by a financial institution which enables a customer to access their financial accounts via its and others’ automated teller machines and, in some countries, to make approved point of purchase retail transactions.
How To Activate a Federal Bank ATM Card
Send SMS from your Mobile Number registered with us to 5676762 or 9895088888 in the format SPLast 4 digits of Debit Card 2. Get Soft PIN in your mobile phone which is valid for 24 hours. Visit any other Bank ATM.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I activate my ATM card without going to the bank?
Dial the bank’s phone banking number and use the PIN number or security questions to verify yourself. Once verified, follow the instructions to activate your Debit Card.
How can I activate my federal bank ATM WIFI card?
The steps involved are as follows.
- You will receive one e-mail bearing a Soft Token.
- Login to FedNet using your User ID and Login Password.
- To enable transaction, please visit Customer Service > New Service Request > Enable Transaction Request.
How can I activate my ATM card in Mobile?
Dial the bank’s phone banking number and use the PIN number or security questions to verify yourself. Once verified, follow the instructions to activate your Debit Card.
How do I know if my ATM card is activated?
Insert your card, use your PIN or your temporary PIN, and follow the instructions on screen. To be sure it worked, perform a balance inquiry or make a transaction. Some cards won’t activate unless you do.
Can I activate ATM card online?
You need to login to the respective bank’s internet banking portal. Once you log in, go to the section marked as ‘Debit Card’. There will be instructions on how to generate an ATM PIN for your Debit Card. Generate an ATM PIN by following those instructions and your Debit Card will be activated online.
Can I activate my ATM PIN with any ATM?
You can activate your debit card through an ATM owned by the banking institution who issued the card provided you have a PIN. The PIN might be temporary and sent to you separately from the card or your old PIN if you previously had a card.
How do I know my ATM PIN?
If you are at the ATM and realise “I forgot my ATM Card PIN number” after putting your card inside the machine, do not worry. Choose Forgot PIN or Regenerate ATM PIN option on the menu. You would be redirected to a screen to enter your registered mobile number, which triggers an OTP to that number.
How can I activate my ATM card through SMS?
Step 1: SMS ‘PIN 5678 ABCD’ to 567676. Step 2: Here, 5678 represents the last four digits of your debit card number and ABCD represents the last four digits of your bank account number linked to the debit card. Once the SMS is sent, you will receive an OTP number on your mobile.
What happens if ATM card is not activated?
Your account is considered open from the date you’re approved for the card. If you don’t activate your card your account will still be open, you just won’t be able to use it.
What is the CVV number on a federal bank ATM card?
A card verification value or a CVV number is a 3-digit code printed at the back of your credit card. It acts as an additional security layer protecting your data during online transactions. Cardholders must protect their CVV and not share it with anyone to avoid falling prey to cyber frauds.