What is Loan Eligibility?
Loan eligibility is the maximum amount a bank is willing to lend you, based on your income, existing obligations, credit score, age, and other factors. Banks typically allow EMIs up to 50% of your monthly income.
Key Factors That Determine Eligibility
- Monthly Income: Higher income = higher eligibility
- Existing EMIs: Other loans reduce eligibility
- Credit Score: 750+ gives best terms
- Age: Younger borrowers get longer tenures
- Employment Type: Salaried usually get better rates
- Property Value: Banks fund up to 80-90% of property value
How Eligibility is Calculated
Banks use FOIR (Fixed Obligation to Income Ratio):
- Maximum EMI allowed = 50% of monthly income
- Subtract existing EMIs from this
- Remaining amount is available for new EMI
- Calculate loan amount from this EMI, tenure, and rate
Example Calculation
Income: ₹50,000/month, Existing EMI: ₹0, Rate: 8.5%, Tenure: 20 years:
- Max EMI = 50% × 50,000 = ₹25,000
- Eligible loan ≈ ₹29,00,000
How to Increase Eligibility
- Add a co-applicant (spouse, parent) with income
- Close existing loans before applying
- Improve credit score to 750+
- Opt for longer tenure (reduces EMI, increases eligibility)
- Declare all sources of income (rental, freelance, etc.)
Why Use Our Loan Eligibility Calculator?
Know your loan eligibility before approaching banks. Plan your property budget realistically.