MSRTC rolls out NCMC smart card for digital, hassle-free bus travel

Key facts

• Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) launched the NCMC smart card for digital ticketing and concession access.
• The launch was inaugurated by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in the presence of Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar.
• NCMC smart cards linked to Aadhaar will be issued to students, senior citizens, divyang persons with disabilities, women, and other concession holders.
• Registration and distribution of the cards will be carried out at all depots and bus stations across Maharashtra, with around 3,000 authorised centres facilitating the process.
• Passengers can use the cards for wallet-based payments, with a minimum top-up of Rs 100.
• Recharge options will be available through ETIM machines on buses, the official website, mobile app, and authorised agents.
• The cost of the NCMC smart card has been fixed at Rs 199.