UPI Payments System: Growth in India
UPI Payments System: Growth in India
ADAPTATION IN INDIA
submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of
MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BY
KUSHAGRA NIGAM
(230291411250)
4th floor, SUHRC Bldg, Hill Base Campus, SIU Knowledge Village,
At Post Lavale, Taluka - Mulshi, Dist- Pune 412115,
Maharashtra, India
Symbiosis International (Deemed University)
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NIGAM (230291411250)
Who have done the project work entitled “RISE & EMERGENCE OF UPI PAYMENTS SYSTEM
AND ITS ADAPTATION IN INDIA” under my supervision from DEC 2024 to MARCH 2025
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DR. BHUVANESH SHARMA
DECLARATION
I am KUSHAGRA NIGAM, hereby declare that the project Report Entitled “RISE &
EMERGENCE OF UPI PAYMENTS SYSTEM AND ITS ADAPTATION IN INDIA “
done by me under the guidance of Dr. BHUVANESH SHARMA. Submitted in partial
fulfillment of the requirements for the award of Masters of Business Administration
degree.
DATE: 01/03/2025
PLACE: delhi CANDIDATE :- KUSHAGRA NIGAM
I wish to express my thanks to all teaching and Non-teaching staff members of the
school of business administration who were helpful in many ways for the completion of the
project
ABSTRACT
The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has emerged as a transformative force in India’s digital
payments sphere, redefining financial transactions and bolstering financial inclusion. UPI’s hallmark
lies in its seamless, secure, and interoperable platform facilitating instant money transfers across
diverse bank accounts. This simplicity has not only eradicated the reliance on cash but has also
eliminated the complexities associated with traditional banking procedures, particularly benefiting
unbanked and under-banked individuals.
The impact of UPI extends beyond mere transactions; it has substantially diminished cash
dependency, fostered transparency, and catalysed economic growth. This, in turn, has empowered
small businesses and micro-entrepreneurs, closing the gap in financial literacy, and bridging the
digital divide between rural and urban areas. UPI’s rise has prompted a paradigm shift in the banking
sector, compelling institutions to embrace digital-first strategies, customise offerings and streamline
branch networks. Furthermore, it has created lucrative opportunities for banks through fee-based
services and strategic collaborations with Fintech startups.
Looking ahead, UPI’s future appears promising, with the integration of cutting-edge technologies like
blockchain and AI poised to reshape the financial landscape. However, inherent challenges persist,
including data privacy apprehensions, regulatory adjustments, and the imperative need for long-term
financial sustainability. In conclusion, UPI’s indelible mark on India’s digital payment ecosystem
underscores its undeniable impact. Continued innovation, coupled with a robust regulatory
framework, is pivotal for UPI to steer India towards a truly cashless and financially inclusive future.
2 9to 11
Review of literature
Research methodology
4 PERCENTAGE ANALYSIS 15 to 38
FINDINGS,SUGGESTIONS AND 39
CONCLUSION
5
Findings 39
Conclusion 39
APPENDIX (questionnaire) 40 to 44
CHAPTER-1
INTRODUCTION
UPI is a modern digital payment system that has revolutionised the way financial transactions take
place in India. Developed by NPCI, UPI is a real-time and easy-to- use platform for interbank
transactions. It was launched in April 2016 and has gained immense popularity due to its ease,
security, and interbank interoperability.
UPI allows you to connect multiple bank accounts to one mobile application, making it a single
platform for you. This interoperability means that you can send and receive money instantaneously,
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, using your smartphone. With UPI, you no longer need to rely on
traditional payment methods like cash and cheques. Instead, you can transfer funds directly from
your bank account without having to go through the hassle of bank details.
The UPI framework also includes two-factor authentication to ensure that your financial information
remains safe and secure.
In addition, UPI also allows you to conduct P2P (peer-to- peer) transactions.
With the increasing number of smartphones on the roads, UPI is playing an important role in
bringing millions of Indians into the mainstream banking system. The easy- to-use interface of UPI
and its widespread acceptance across different merchants have helped in its rapid growth.
UPI has achieved its success thanks to the efforts of banks and fintech firms, as well as the
regulatory framework put in place by the RBI. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI),
which is the main regulator of retail payments in the country, has constantly updated and improved
its UPI infrastructure to keep up with the changing demands of the online economy.
According to the NPCI, “Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is a System that powers multiple
bank accounts into a single mobile application, merging several banking features, seamless
fund routing & merchant payments into one hood. UPI,s overall importance came from the
intense desire and effort made by the RBI and the government to create a cost effective,
simple and safe digital payments system that will be used for the large population of the
country. The RBI along with the NPCI has made commendable efforts to spread digital
payments culture. According to the RBI, a digital payments platform should be simple, safe
and efficient while carrying out payments. Various criteria about an ideal payments system
was bought out by the RBI in its vision for a future payment system dreaming a digital
transaction economy. From this angle, a remarkable future of the UPI is that it satisfies
several criteria put forwarded by RBI payment system vision of safe, efficient, interoperable,
authorized ,accessible ,inclusive and compliant with international standards.
1.1 Advantages of UPI& Transactions& payments
1) It is a fast, hassles-free and the cheapest way to money transfer which we can
do from anywhere and at any -time.
2) UPI means simplified e-banking and online payment system.
3) It allows you to transfer funds instantly via your mobile phone.
4) You can use it for multiple purposes, including paying your utility bills or paying
at the local grocery shop.
5) You do not need to carry cash as the UPI system doubles like your digital wallet.
6) You do not need to enter the bank details for the recipient while seanding money.
7) You can also receive money by sharing your UPI ID , which is usually your
mobile phone number registered with your bank A/C.
Bank have staeted to upload their UPI enable apps on googlr play store from 25th AUGUST
2016 onwards.
As per of July 2021, UPI registered 43.25 crore (432.5 million) transactions that accounted
for rs 56,734.5 core with highest average daily transaction of approximately 10 core (100
million) that is double the amount from July 2020 . till august 2021, UPI FORMS 10% OF ALL
retail payments in india.
(UPI) means simplified e-banking and online payments system. It allows you to transfer fund
instantly via your mobile phone. You can use it for multiple purposes, including paying your
utility bills or paying at local grocery shop. You do not need to carry cash as the UPI system
doubles like your digital wallet.
(UPI) has made digital transaction for individuals as easy as sending money. Service is
available 24*7 not like RTGS or NEFT which don’t’ work on holidays or during non-banking
hours. This will bring enormous efficiency in the system and help india become a truly
cashless economy.
CHAPATER - 2
REVIEW OF LITERATURE
1- ) DR, STITCH SHEWTA RATHORE (2016)
Appropriation of cashless transaction by consumer her investigations disclose to us
computerized wallets are rapidly getting to be standard method of online instal-ment.
Customer are embracing advanced wallets at end unfathomablyquick pace, to a great
extent because of comfort and convenience.
8) Rathore (2016)
Stated that digital payment using wallet was highly convenient for consumers in purchasing
products through online without physical movements across places.
A Research design is the arrangement of conditions for collections and analysis of data in a
manner that aims to combine relevance to the research uses with economy in procedure.
The study adopts the descriptive research design.
Data is collected from the users and customers of UPI apps and transactions and payments
3.1.1 Research model
in research , the model is a pictorial or graphical representation of a crucial concept. It
explains the relationship between several variables.
Sampling design : In this study sampling is doing in simple random sampling and snowball
random sampling.
Sampling Area: The study was conducted among the users and Customers of using UPI apps
and transactions and payments and its services in hyderabad city.
Null Hypothesis (Ho) There is no significant influence between the Factors Affecting on
CUSTOMER SATIFICATION OF USING UPI APPS& TRANSACTIONS & PAYMENTS.
CHAPTER - 4.4.1 PERCENTAGE ANALYSIS
TABLE 4.1 Showing the gender of the Respondents
Form the above table is. SSC 0.0% Of the per,inter 7.2%, graduation 75.5%, post graduation
15.1%, PHD 0.0%
4.7 TABLE , Which app do you perfer more to do transactions through UPI
Transaction through UPI NO of responses No of per of resposes
G-pay 53 20.9%
Phone pe 86 74,1%
Pay tm 0 0%
Amazone pay 0 0%
TOTAL 139 100
This table showing the perfer more to do transactions through UPI appa is
G- pay 20.9% of people perfer to use this UPI, phone pe 74.1% of people are
perfer to use this UPI ,5.2% OF PEOPLE prefer to use this UPI AND 2.0% OF
People are prefer to use this app.,
4.8 table showing average numbers of times you well prefer to send money through
UPI PER week .
4.10 Table show a graph of , for what purpouse would you like to use UPI apps
In this table about cash back and scratch card , in 137 responses out of 52.6% are like
scratch card, & cash back
In 137 responces out of 47.4% of people are not like scratch card and cash back
4.12 table, Do you like UPI apps
People like UPI apps No of responses No 123of per responses
yes 115 97.8%
no 22 2.2%
TOTAL 139 100
In this table total 140 responses are their and 5 years are their in the 1 year 7.9% of
people are using from last 1 year
In 2nd year 7.9% of people are using from last 2 years
In 3 year 27.9% of people are using from last 3 years
In 4 year 35% of people are using from past 4 years
In 5 year 13.6% of people are using past5 years
In more then 5 years 5.7 of people are using in the past more then 5 years
Totally responses of this is 140 .
4.16 what are the problems do you faced while using UPI Transactions
Problems in UPI Np of responses No of per responses
Network problem 111 79.3%
Pending transaction 114 81.4%
Security problems 25 17.9%
others 9 6.4%
4.17 would you recommend UPI apps to your friends and relatives
Like to recommend UPI Apps No of responses No of per responses
friends and relatives
yes 129 99.3%
No 11 0.7%
TOTAL 140 100
In this table total numbers of responese are 140
99.3% of people are like to recommend the UPI Apps to friends and relatives
Other 0.7% of people are not like to recommend the UPI apps to friends and relatives
CONCLUISION
The study on customer satisfactions of using UPI apps and transactions UPI is a grand step
towards making the cashless payments faster,smoother and easier. It is said that the launch
of UPI will prove to be a milestone in the transformation of modern india. It is all set to
become an efficient alternative to mobil wallets.
The customer are satisfactions with the UPI apps and digital payments mean value on bill
payment that mean customer are satisfied the UPI apps companies and have to improve
their satisfaction level through fund transfer
APPENDIX (questionnaire)
Name of the student
Your name
2) GENDER
A) MALE
B) FEMALE
3) AGE
A) BELOW 18
B) 19 YEARS- 25 YEARS
C) 26 YEARS - 35 YEARS
D) 46 YEARS - 55 YEARS
E) MORE THEN 55 YEARS
4) EDUCATION
A) SSC
B) INTERMEDIATE
C) GRADUATION
D) POST GRADUATION
E) PHD
5) OCCUPATION
A) STUDENT
B) GOVT EMPLOYEE
C) PRIVATE EMPLOYEE
D) BUSINESS PEOPLE
E) HOUSE-WIFE
F) RETIRED PEOPLE
6) ANNUAL INCOME
A) LESSTHEN 80,000
B) 80,000 - 1LAKH
C) 1 LAKH - 2LAKH
D) 2 LAKH - 5 LAKH
7) ARE YOU USING UPI TRANSACTION
A) YES
B) NO
8) WHICH APP DO YOU PREFER MORE TO DO TRANSACTIONS THROUGH UPI
A) G- PAY
B) PHONE PE
C) PAYTM
D) AMAZON PAY
9) AVERAGE NUMBERS OF TIMES YOU WELL PREFER TO SEND MONEY THROUGH UPI
PER WEEK
A) 0-2 TIMES PER WEEK
B) 2-4 TIMES PER WEEK
C) 5-6 TIMES PER WEEK
D) 7-8 TIMES PER WEEK
E) MORE THEN 10 TIMES PER A WEEK
10) WHICH IS BEST & FASTEST APP IN UPI
A) G-PAY
B) PHONE PE
C) PAYTM
D) AMAZON PAY
11) FOR WHAT PURPOSE WOULD YOU LIKE TO USE UPI APPS
A) GROCERY ITEMS
B) TO PAY ELECTRICITY BILL
C) TO DO MOBILE RECHARGE
D) WATER BILLS
E) BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS
F) HOUSE HOLD ITEMS
G) PERSONAL ITEMS (LIKE FOOT WERE,DRESS,ETC)
12 IN UPI APPS DO YOU LIKE SCRATCH CARD&CASHBACK
A) YES
B) NO
13 DO YOU LIKE UPI APPS
A) YES
B) NO
14 HOW LONG ARE YOU USING THE UPI APPS
A) 1 YEAR
B) 2- YEARS
C) 3- YEARS
D) 4 - YEARS
E) 5 - YEARS
F) MORE THEN 5YEARS
15 HOW DID YOU GET TO KNOW ABOUT UPI APPS
A) THROUGH BANK STAFF
B) THROUGH FRIENDS
C) THROUGH ADVERTISEMENT
D) THROUGH RELATIVES
E) OTHER SOURCES
16 LEVEL OF SATISFACTION TOWARDS USING UPI
A) DISSATISFIED
B) SATISFIED
C) VERY MUCH SATISFIED
17 WHAT ARE THE PROBLEMS DO YOU FACED WHILE USING UPI TRANSACTIONS
A) NETWORK PROBLEM
B) PENDING TRANSACTIONS
C) SECURITY PROBLEMS
D) OTHERS
18 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND UPI APPS TO YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES
A) YES b NO
19 DO YOU WANT ANY UPDATES IN UPI APPS
A) YES
B) NO
20 YOUR OPINION ABOUT SERVICES OF UPI
A) VERY GOOD
B) GOOD
C) POOR
21 DO YOU LIKE TO GIVE ANY SUGGESTIONS ON USING UPI APPS ANS) WRITE YOUR
SUGGESTIONS ON UPI