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Use actual credited amount (after TDS/PF/PT)
Interest Rate (% per annum)8.5%
6.5%8%9.5%12%
Loan Tenure20 years
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📈 How to Increase Your Loan Eligibility
Loan Tenure20 years
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Year-wise Principal vs Interest (first 10 years):
Current home loan interest rates from major Indian banks (July 2026). Even 0.25% difference saves lakhs over the loan tenure.
Home loan gives you three tax deductions: 80C (principal), 24b (interest), 80EEA (first-time buyer). Calculate your total annual tax saving.
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Prepaying your home loan reduces total interest dramatically. See how much you save by making a lump sum prepayment.
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🏠 Home Loan Interest Rates India — July 2026
Bank / NBFC
Rate Range
Processing Fee
Max Tenure
Type
SBI Home Loan
8.50-9.85%
Nil–0.35%
30 years
Govt Bank
HDFC Bank
8.75-9.65%
0.50%
30 years
Private Bank
ICICI Bank
8.75-10.05%
0.50-1.0%
30 years
Private Bank
Kotak Mahindra Bank
8.75-9.50%
0.50%
20 years
Private Bank
Axis Bank
9.00-9.80%
1.0%
30 years
Private Bank
Bank of Baroda
8.40-10.65%
0.25-0.50%
30 years
Govt Bank
LIC Housing Finance
8.50-10.75%
Nil
30 years
NBFC
Bajaj Housing Finance
8.50-15.00%
0-4%
32 years
NBFC
Rates as of July 2026. Actual rates depend on credit score, income, LTV ratio, and bank's discretion. Compare on BankBazaar or PaisaBazaar for latest quotes.
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Home Loan Affordability Calculator India 2026 — FOIR Method, Tax Saving, Prepayment
A home loan affordability calculator tells you the maximum property value you can afford based on your income, existing debts, down payment, and the bank's Fixed Obligation to Income Ratio (FOIR) rule. In India, banks determine home loan eligibility primarily using FOIR — your total monthly debt obligations (all existing EMIs + new home loan EMI) cannot exceed 50% of your net take-home salary. For example, if you earn ₹80,000 per month net and have a ₹10,000 car loan EMI, the bank allows maximum additional EMI of ₹30,000 (50% of ₹80,000 = ₹40,000 minus ₹10,000 existing). This maximum EMI then back-calculates to determine the maximum loan amount at the prevailing interest rate for your chosen tenure.
Home loan interest rates in India range from 8.40% to 10.75% across major banks in July 2026, with SBI and Bank of Baroda typically offering the lowest rates for salaried government employees. A credit score above 750 is essential to access the best rates — borrowers with 750-900 CIBIL score typically get rates 0.25-0.50% lower than those with 650-700 scores, which saves lakhs over a 20-30 year tenure. LTV (Loan-to-Value) ratio: Banks finance 75-90% of property value — properties under ₹30 lakh get 90% financing, ₹30-75 lakh get 80%, above ₹75 lakh get 75%.
Tax benefits on home loans under Old Tax Regime: Section 80C — up to ₹1.5 lakh/year deduction on principal repayment. Section 24(b) — up to ₹2 lakh/year deduction on interest for self-occupied property (unlimited for let-out). Section 80EEA — additional ₹1.5 lakh deduction on interest for first-time buyers (property value ≤₹45 lakh). Combined maximum deduction: ₹5 lakh/year. At 30% tax bracket, this saves up to ₹1.55 lakh annually in taxes — effectively reducing your home loan cost significantly.
FAQ — Home Loan Affordability Calculator India 2026
What is FOIR and how does it affect home loan eligibility? ▾
FOIR (Fixed Obligation to Income Ratio) is the maximum percentage of your net monthly income that banks allow to go toward total EMI payments. Standard FOIR is 50% for most Indian banks — meaning if your net salary is ₹1 lakh/month, total EMIs (including new home loan) cannot exceed ₹50,000. If you have existing EMIs of ₹15,000, maximum new home loan EMI = ₹35,000. This EMI then determines your maximum loan eligibility. Banks use net take-home pay (after TDS, PF, PT deductions) — not gross CTC.
How much home loan can I get on ₹50,000 salary? ▾
At ₹50,000 net monthly salary with no existing loans: Maximum EMI = ₹25,000 (50% FOIR). At 8.5% for 20 years, this translates to approximately ₹26-27 lakh home loan. Adding a co-applicant (spouse earning ₹30,000) raises combined income to ₹80,000 and maximum loan to approximately ₹42-44 lakh. With a 20% down payment, you could afford a property worth ₹32-55 lakh depending on co-applicant.
How much down payment is required for home loan in India? ▾
RBI mandates minimum down payment based on property value: Properties up to ₹30 lakh — minimum 10% down payment (bank finances 90%). Properties ₹30-75 lakh — minimum 20% down (bank finances 80%). Properties above ₹75 lakh — minimum 25% down (bank finances 75%). Additionally, registration charges (5-7% of property value), stamp duty (3-7%), and home loan processing fees (0-1%) must be paid separately — these are not included in the loan amount.
Is it better to reduce EMI or reduce tenure after prepayment? ▾
Reducing tenure saves significantly more interest. Example: ₹50 lakh loan at 8.5% for 20 years. After 2 years, prepaying ₹5 lakh: (A) Reducing tenure — saves approximately ₹14-18 lakh in interest, closes loan 3-4 years early. (B) Reducing EMI — saves approximately ₹5-8 lakh in interest, loan closes at same date but lower monthly payment. Choose tenure reduction if your finances are stable. Choose EMI reduction if current EMI is straining your budget.
What tax benefits can I claim on home loan in India? ▾
Under Old Tax Regime: Section 80C — up to ₹1.5 lakh/year on principal repayment (shared with PF, ELSS, NSC contributions). Section 24(b) — up to ₹2 lakh/year on interest paid for self-occupied property. Section 80EEA — additional ₹1.5 lakh on interest for first-time buyers (property stamp duty value ≤₹45 lakh). Let-out property: entire interest is deductible with no ₹2 lakh limit. Note: These deductions are NOT available under New Tax Regime.
How does credit score affect home loan interest rate? ▾
CIBIL score directly impacts the interest rate offered: 750-900 (Excellent) — best rates, negotiating power, 0-0.25% lower than standard. 700-749 (Good) — standard rates available. 650-699 (Fair) — some banks decline, others add 0.25-0.50% loading. Below 650 — most banks decline. Even a 0.25% rate difference saves approximately ₹3-4 lakh on a ₹50 lakh, 20-year loan. Improve credit score by: paying all EMIs on time, keeping credit card utilization below 30%, and avoiding multiple loan applications simultaneously.
What documents are required for home loan in India? ▾
Identity and address proof (Aadhaar, PAN, passport). Income documents: salaried — last 3 months salary slips, 6 months bank statements, Form 16, last 2 years ITR; self-employed — ITR 3 years, audited P&L statements, business continuity proof. Property documents: sale agreement, title deed, approved plan, NOC from builder, RERA registration. Employment continuity: appointment letter, 2 years employment history. Processing takes 7-15 working days for salaried applicants, 15-30 days for self-employed.
Should I choose fixed or floating interest rate for home loan? ▾
In India, most home loans are floating rate (linked to REPO rate via EBLR — External Benchmark Lending Rate). Fixed rate home loans are rare and typically 1-2% higher than floating. Current trend (July 2026): RBI has been in rate cut cycle — floating rates are expected to stay stable or decrease. Recommendation: Choose floating rate for long tenure loans (15-30 years). Fixed rate only makes sense if you believe rates will rise significantly — unlikely in current RBI stance.