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What is personal loan
eligibility for salaried persons?

Applicants requiring a Personal loan can apply for the amount they need,
but the loan amount issued is according to the lender's norms or the bank's
personal loan eligibility criteria.

The essential personal loan criteria standard across most lenders include

  • Applicants' age is above 23 years, and repayment is allowed up to 62 years
  • Education qualifications Graduation and Above
  • Job experience and continuity 12 months or more
  • CIBIL Score 720+, some lenders accept 0 or -1
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Know more about Personal Loan Eligibility

The amount available as a Personal Loan is from ₹ 1 lakh to 35 lakhs.

Banks issue loan amounts with the following inputs:

  • Net Salary: The applicant's income is in direct ratio to the loan amount affordable.
  • Company List: An applicant listed with an elite company is granted surplus funds compared to a non-listed company employee.
  • Existing Loans: The loan amount is calculated by considering current loans.
  • Credit Card obligations: 5% of credit card dues are considered obligations.

While considering the above inputs, Banks calculate the loan amount with the following methods:

  • The multiplier method: The applicant's salary/multiplier is applicable.
  • The FOIR (fixed obligation into income ratio) considers the current EMI when finalising the loan amount to be issued.

Please check the example:

  • Applicant Income: ₹ 40k (multiplier of 20 applicable) = ₹800000/-
  • Maximum loan amount: ₹800000 lakhs.
  • Deduct Existing EMI: ₹10000/- Credit Card obligation: ₹50k (5% is ₹2750/-)
  • The personal loan amount the applicant is eligible for is ₹550000/-

For example, an applicant with an Income of ₹ 40k and a multiplier of 20 is eligible for a maximum loan of ₹ 800000 Lakhs. If the applicant is paying an EMI of ₹ 10000/-per month and has a credit card obligation of ₹ 50k, the loan amount eligibility calculation is Income-obligation-multiplier ₹40000 - 10000 - 2500 = 27500. With a multiplier of 20, the applicant can get a maximum of ₹ 550000 as a personal loan.

The calculations for the EMI are done with the following, and the EMI the applicant can comfortably afford, keeping in mind the monthly expenses:

  • The Loan Amount sanctioned: The loan amount is sanctioned per the applicant's net income.
  • Interest Rate: The interest rate ranges from 10.99% to 20% and is applied to a monthly reducing balance.
  • The repayment tenure: Allotted according to the applicant's ability to pay the EMI from 12 to 72 months.
  • The company category: Applicants employed with listed companies are allotted extended tenures.

  • Net salary: ₹ 75k transferred to HDFC Bank.
  • Employment: Featured as Cat A company in the HDFC Bank company category list.
  • Existing obligations: Auto loan EMI of ₹10500/-
  • The multiplier applicable is 27 times = maximum amount of 27 lakhs.
  • With a FOIR of 70%, the EMI payable is ₹ 52500/-
  • After deducting the existing EMI of ₹10500/-, the EMI payable is ₹ 42000/-
  • The applicant is thus allotted a repayment tenure of 48 months with a monthly EMI of ₹38761/-

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YES Bank
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FAQ'S

  • Who is eligible for a Personal loan?
  • Individuals over 23 earning a regular salary and meeting the Bank's personal and professional criteria may apply for a personal loan.

  • Why should you check your eligibility for a personal loan before applying?
  • It is a good decision to check your personal loan eligibility before applying to ensure you meet the required criteria.

  • Are the eligibility criteria similar for all lenders?
  • Most lenders have similar essential eligibility criteria, but the norms may differ according to the individual Bank's policy.

  • What constitutes a financial eligibility check?
  • Key factors for financial eligibility include:

    • Net income.
    • Other EMIs paid, as well as credit card obligations.
    • Average bank balance maintained.
    • A rented or self-owned residence.
  • Will the CIBIL score factor in the eligibility check?
  • The check for the applicant's CIBIL scores and credit history is mandatory to process a personal loan.

  • What is the CIBIL score range required for a personal loan?
  • An applicant's CIBIL score required differs from Bank to Bank, the present requirement is as follows:

    Bank CIBIL Score required
    HDFC Personal Loan Criteria 720+
    ICICI Personal Loan Criteria 750+
    AXIS Personal Loan Criteria 730+
    YES Personal Loan Criteria 700+
  • Does a Bank approve a personal loan request if the applicant's CIBIL score does not qualify as per the required benchmark?
  • Some lenders qualify a personal loan request based on a credit score and an application score. If the application score is approved, the request is processed further. Others will not process an application if the CIBIL score is not sufficient. The credit history and relationship with the Bank are also considered.

  • Is an applicant eligible to apply for a personal loan without a CIBIL score?
  • Suppose an individual has a 0 CIBIL score (no credit history) or -1 (insufficient credit length). In that case, they can apply for a personal loan with ICICI Bank or HDFC Bank, provided all other eligibility criteria are met.

  • Are you eligible for a personal loan if your employer is not on the bank's approved company category list?
  • Your company must be included in HDFC Bank's company category list to process a personal loan from the bank. The AXIS Bank personal loan eligibility criteria also processes personal loan applications from employees of listed companies. In contrast, ICICI Bank, YES Bank, and NBFCs like INCRED and Fullerton India accept applications from applicants working in non-listed companies.

  • What are the income criteria for a personal loan?
  • The minimum income required to apply for a personal loan is ₹ 25,000/—per month. However, the income criteria vary according to the bank's policy, contributing factors include:

    • The Company category.
    • Bank account.
  • What are the ICICI Bank personal loan eligibility criteria for a personal loan of ₹10 lakhs?
  • Eligibility Criteria for a Personal Loan of ₹10 Lakhs

    • The applicant's salary must be ₹ 60,000 or more.
    • The CIBIL score must exceed the required benchmark.
    • The bank must approve the applicant's employer.
    • The applicant must be eligible to pay the EMI.
    • The other obligations of the customer are considered when calculating eligibility for approval of the loan amount.
  • What eligibility is required for a personal loan of ₹ 10 lakhs?
  • The following eligibility criteria must be fulfilled to get a personal loan of ₹ 10 lakhs.

    • The applicant's salary must be ₹ 60,000 or more.
    • The CIBIL score must exceed the required benchmark.
    • The bank must approve the applicant's employer.
    • The applicant must be eligible to pay the EMI.

    The other obligations of the customer are considered when calculating eligibility for approval of the loan amount.

  • How can the eligibility for a personal loan EMI be checked?
  • Confirm your EMI before applying for a personal loan with our EMI calculator/ Personal loan eligibility calculator.

  • Are the criteria for personal loan in ICICI Bank similar to the criteria for personal loan in HDFC Bank?
  • The personal loan criteria for ICICI Bank and the personal loan criteria for HDFC Bank are similar for a CIBIL check, as both banks process an application of an applicant with a -1 CIBIL, but the further terms for eligibility vary.

  • What maximum loan amount is allotted to an applicant per the AXIS Bank personal loan eligibility criteria?
  • If the personal loan criteria for AXIS Bank are fulfilled, the maximum loan allotted to an applicant as a personal loan is ₹40 lakhs. The following are the essential requirements:

    • The applicant's income must suffice to pay the EMI.
    • The CIBIL score should be above the required benchmark.
    • The company of the applicant must feature in the AXIS Bank Company category list.
    • The applicant's present credit must have a timely repayment track.
    • There must be no credit card overdue.
    • The documentation required must be in order.
    • The applicant must justify the end usage of the funds.
    • An AXIS Bank relationship is an added advantage.
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