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SBI suggest that the customer sign the reverse of the card as soon as he or she receives itState Bank of India (SBI), the largest lender of
the country, has time and again shared tips to its customers, in its bid to promote safe banking practices
While transacting via an ATM-cum-debit card, customers often forget hiding their password, which may lead to a fraud
In order to prevent such instances, SBI recommends that customers should conduct ATM transactions in complete privacy
In case an unauthorised transaction takes place via the ATM-cum-debit card, customers should immediately inform the bank, says SBI.Here are
10 things that you should do to conduct ATM transactions safely:1
You should always sign on the reverse of the card immediately on receipt, according to SBI.2
In addition to changing your ATM PIN regularly, you should never keep the PIN with the debit card or write on it
You should always memorize it, the bank has said on its website, sbi.co.in.3
Do not provide ATM card and PIN details to anyone, including the bank/Indian Banks' Association/RBI/government agency/family/friends, etc
The bank or any other institution will never ask for this information, according to SBI.(: New Cash Withdrawal Limit On SBI Classic Card
Takes Effect From Tomorrow - 10 Points)4
When transacting in the ATM room, do not let strangers come in to the room or take their help to complete the transactions.5
You should hide the keypad while keying in your PIN at ATM/POS (point of sale) terminals
A PoS (Point of Sale) terminal is an electronic device used for processing of card payments at retail locations.6
You should not throw your transaction slip in the ATM room as it contains account information.(: Here's How Much ATM Transactions Cost After
Before moving out of the room, always wait till the ATM returns to idle mode and the green light blinks.8
You should always insist on swiping your card in your presence in hotels/shops/malls, etc
You should never swipe your card at PoS machines kept at unknown temporary stalls.9
You should block and destroy your old card, when you get a new one
You should register your mobile number at the bank branch to get SMS alerts for all transactions.(: ATM Charges Levied By Key Lenders For
Transactions And Other Services)10
If cash is not dispensed and ATM does not display "cash out" you should report to the bank on the number mentioned in the notice board,
