Glide Through the City – How to Use the Singara Chennai Card in Metro Trains
Imagine breezing past long queues, tapping your way through metro gates, and never fumbling for change again. With the Singara Chennai Card, this isn’t just convenience—it’s your new reality. If you commute in Chennai, here’s everything you need to know about using this powerful little card on metro trains.
Step-by-Step: How to Use the Card in Metro Stations
1. Get The Card & Load it
Singara Chennai Card is available at the metro station ticket counter. Following the purchase, you will have to load the card with money, which acts as your travel wallet. You can reload it at the metro counters or through SBI’s digital channels such as ATMs, online banking, etc.
2. Enter the Metro Station
When you reach your departing station, look for entry gate with the contactless symbol. when you do find one, you can tap your card on the card reader. If you have enough money loaded on the card, the entry gate will open immediately and you will be allowed to enter.
3. Travel to Your Destination
While traveling there is nothing to concern yourself with as it pertains to tickets or tokens. The travel system keeps a track of your journey once you tap in.
4. Exit and Fare Deduction
Then when you reach your final destination, you then will tap your card again to exit at the exit gate. The travel system will calculate your fare based on how far you have traveled and deduct the lare from yourcard balance, so you will not need any tokens or tickets again.
Why Use the Singara Chennai Card?
- Faster Access – No need to stand in ticket queues.
- Cashless & Convenient – Just tap and go.
- Safe & Secure – Powered by SBI’s EMV chip security.
- Multi-Use Potential – Expected to expand to buses, parking, and retail in the future.
Pro Tips for Smooth Usage
- Keep a minimum balance of ₹50 to avoid entry issues.
- Handle the card carefully bent or damaged cards may stop functioning.
- Lost your card? Report it immediately to metro station staff or customer service.