Axis Bank has officially integrated with the Banking Connect platform, which allows for improved digital payment processing for its 37 million customers. This collaboration enables a faster checkout across more than 4,800 merchants in India, enhancing the overall netbanking experience. The Banking Connect platform, launched in 2025, simplifies the onboarding process for payment aggregators and reduces the complexity of bank partnerships by serving as a central switch for interoperability. Notably, this integration will also introduce features like Direct-to-Merchant Settlements and Third-Party Verification, catering to businesses with complex payment needs. According to Noopur Chaturvedi, MD and CEO of NPCI Bharat BillPay, the growing adoption of this platform reflects the trust in their infrastructure. As digital payments evolve, Axis Bank is committed to leveraging modern infrastructure to enhance convenience for its customers and contribute to the expanding digital payments ecosystem in India.