--- title: "BANKIT: AePS Revolutionizing Digital Payments" description: Some Indians find it difficult to make better use of Digital Payments, BANKIT uses AePS to decrease the level of digital illiteracy.   image: https://blogs.bankit.in/hubfs/New%20Ad%2027-01-23-2.jpg --- [![FINDI BANKIT NEW LOGO P](https://blogs.bankit.in/hs-fs/hubfs/FINDI%20BANKIT%20NEW%20LOGO%20P.png?width=306&height=131&name=FINDI%20BANKIT%20NEW%20LOGO%20P.png "FINDI BANKIT NEW LOGO P")](https://bankit.in) Open main menu Close main menu # BANKIT: AePS Revolutionizing Digital Payments ![Bichchhal Paridhi](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/de1ae4c74ca9b318615e0e92e4bb1d0f) [Bichchhal Paridhi](https://blogs.bankit.in/author/bichchhal-paridhi) [Share this blog post on Twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=I+found+this+interesting+blog+post&url=https://blogs.bankit.in/bankit-revolution-digital-payments-aeps) [Share this blog post on Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://blogs.bankit.in/bankit-revolution-digital-payments-aeps) [Share this blog post on LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blogs.bankit.in/bankit-revolution-digital-payments-aeps) ![Revolution of digital payments through AePS](https://blogs.bankit.in/hubfs/New%20Ad%2027-01-23-2.jpg) Gone are the days when we had to carry cash or checks to make a purchase or pay a bill. With the rise of digital payment solutions, transactions have become faster, more secure, and more convenient.   Digital payments are essentially any type of financial transaction that is carried out using digital channels such as the internet, mobile devices, or digital wallets. These payments can be made for a variety of purposes such as online shopping, utility bill payments, money transfers, and the list goes on.   The benefits of digital payments are many, but the only drawback is the non-availability of adequate resources for people residing in rural areas or digitally backward people to use digital modes of payment.    **Importance of Digital Payments **  Digital payments have become increasingly important in today's society for several reasons:  - **Convenience:** Digital payments provide a more convenient way of making transactions as they can be completed with just a few clicks on a mobile phone or computer, making it easier for people to shop and pay bills online from the comfort of their homes.  - **Speed:** Digital payments are almost instantaneous, allowing for fast transactions and immediate payment confirmations, unlike traditional payment methods such as checks or money orders.  - **Security:** Digital payments are more secure than traditional payment methods as they are encrypted and use secure channels to transmit payment information, reducing the risk of fraud and unauthorized transactions.  - **Cost-effective:** Digital payments are often cheaper than traditional payment methods as they eliminate the need for paper checks, postage, and other administrative costs.  - **Financial inclusion:** Digital payments have the potential to improve financial inclusion, particularly in underserved areas where traditional banking services may be limited. Digital payment options such as mobile money can provide access to financial services for those who previously did not have access.  Though digital payments provide a range of benefits, the inaccessibility of digital payments among a huge proportion of the Indian population makes them a little unpopular or we can say difficult to reach out to.   **Reasons for the lack of Digital Resources in some Indian Regions**  There are several reasons for the lack of digital resources in some Indian regions:  - **Infrastructure:** Lack of proper infrastructure is one of the major reasons for the lack of digital resources in some Indian regions. Many areas in India do not have access to reliable and consistent electricity, which is necessary for running digital devices.  - **Connectivity:** Poor internet connectivity is another significant factor that contributes to the lack of digital resources in some Indian regions. Many rural areas in India do not have access to high-speed internet, which makes it difficult to access digital resources.  - **Education:** Lack of digital literacy and education is another reason for the lack of digital resources in some Indian regions. Many people in these areas are not familiar with digital technology and do not know how to use digital devices and resources.  - **Economic Factors:** Economic factors such as poverty and unemployment also contribute to the lack of digital resources in some Indian regions. Many people in these areas cannot afford to buy digital devices or pay for internet services.  - **Government Policies:** Lack of government support and policies also play a role in the lack of digital resources in some Indian regions. The government has not invested enough resources in providing digital infrastructure and services in these areas.  Overall, the lack of digital resources in some Indian regions is a complex issue that requires a multi-faceted approach involving government policies, private sector investments, and community engagement to address.  **BANKIT is Revolutionizing the Digital Payments Era through AePS**  Since a number of Indians find it difficult to make better use of Digital Payments or other digital resources, [BANKIT](https://www.bankit.in/) uses Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS) to decrease the level of digital illiteracy.   AePS or Aadhaar Enabled Payment System is a payment infrastructure of NPCI that allows people to transact using their Aadhaar number through biometric authentication. This system was introduced in India to bring financial services to the unbanked and underbanked population and to make digital payments more inclusive. So, BANKIT provides AePS service and makes it reach the remotest areas of India through its wide [Agent](https://www.bankit.in/retailer) network.   One of the significant advantages of AePS is that it enables digital transactions for people who do not have access to smartphones or the internet. AePS terminals can be set up in local stores and banking correspondent outlets, making financial services more accessible to the rural population.  Know more about [AePS Cash Withdrawal](https://blogs.bankit.in/what-is-aeps-cash-withdrawal-how-does-aeps-work?hsLang=en). BANKIT is using [AePS](https://www.bankit.in/products-n-services/aadhar-enabled-payment-system) to revolutionize Digital Payments because-   - AePS allows people living in remote and underserved areas to access banking services without the need for physical bank branches. This is especially important in rural areas where bank branches are few and far between.  - AePS can be used for a variety of transactions, including AePS cash deposits, AePS cash withdrawals, balance inquiries, Aadhar Pay, and Aadhaar to Aadhaar transfers. The system works on a real-time basis, and the transactions are processed instantly.  - AePS is a user-friendly system that allows people to perform banking transactions using their biometric information such as fingerprints or iris scans. This eliminates the need for people to remember PINs or carry physical debit cards.  - AePS is a cost-effective system as it eliminates the need for physical bank branches, ATMs, and point-of-sale terminals. This makes it a viable option for banks or FinTech companies like BANKIT to reach out to the unbanked population without incurring high costs and increase the level of financial inclusion.   AePS or Aadhaar ATM is a game-changer in the Indian digital payment landscape, bringing financial inclusion to millions of unbanked and underbanked citizens. The system's reliance on Aadhaar numbers and biometric authentication ensures secure and reliable transactions, making it a trustworthy payment infrastructure.  Hence, working on the footprints of Digital Payments Utsav organized by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), BANKIT is revolutionizing Digital Payments through AePS for the unbanked and underbanked Indian population.   Anyone who is looking to start a business, increase their earnings, or expand their business can easily join [BANKIT](https://www.bankit.in/register) and become a part of the Digital Payments Utsav campaign.   #digitalindia #pragatikogati #digitalpaymentsutsav #digitalpaymentscampaign #AePS #digitaltransformation #aepscashwithdrawal ![Bichchhal Paridhi](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/de1ae4c74ca9b318615e0e92e4bb1d0f) #### Bichchhal Paridhi Paridhi Bichchhal works as a Content Marketer at BANKIT. 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