Overview
A personal loan is a type of unsecured loan provided by banks, financial institutions, or online lenders to individuals for various personal purposes.
Unlike specific-purpose loans like home loans or car loans, personal loans offer flexibility as they can be used for a wide range of expenses, such as medical bills, wedding expenses, debt consolidation, home improvements, or travel.
The loan is granted based on the borrower's creditworthiness, income, employment history, and other financial factors.
Types of Personal Loans
Education Loans
Wedding Loans
Consumer Durable Loans
Medical Loans
Travel Loans
Eligibility Criteria
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Age
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Income
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Employment
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Creditworthiness
Key Features
Loan Amount
The loan amount depends on factors such as the borrower's income, credit profile, and the lender's policies. It can range from a few thousand to lakhs of rupees.
Interest Rate
Personal loan interest rates can be fixed or floating. The rates vary among lenders and are influenced by factors such as the borrower's credit score and market conditions.
Loan Tenure
Personal loans typically have a repayment period ranging from 1 to 5 years, although some lenders may offer longer tenures.
Documents Requirements
Basic
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Completed Loan Application
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ID Proof Aadhaar,PAN card,Driving license, Voter Id or Passport
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Address Proof Bank Statement or Utility Bills - E.g.- Electricity Bill / Water Bill / Property Tax
Income Proof for Self-Employed Individuals:
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Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss Statements: certified by a Chartered Accountant.
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Income Tax Returns (ITR) ITRs for the past 2-3 years, along with computation of income and tax paid
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Bank Statements Usually for Last 6 months' bank statements of your personal and business accounts.
Income Proof for Salaried Individuals:
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Salary Slips: Recent salary slips (generally for the last 3 to 6 months).
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Form 16: Income Tax Return form issued by your employer.
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Bank Statements: Typically, the last 6 months' bank statements showing salary credits.
Employment/Business Proof
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For Salaried Individuals: Employment certificate, appointment letter, or work experience certificates.
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For Self-Employed Individuals: Business registration documents, GST registration, professional practice certificate, etc.