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Official Rates • Updated Aug 2026

ESAF Small Finance Bank Personal Loan EMI Calculator 2026

Verified ESAF SFB personal loan rates from 12.19% – 20% p.a. — calculate your EMI, fees & repayment schedule instantly.

Interest Rate
12.19% - 20.00%
Fixed (quarterly IRR/APR disclosure)
Processing Fee
1.000% + GST
≈ ₹4,720 for current loan
Loan Amount
Up to ₹5,00,000
Instant disbursal on approval
Loan Tenure
35 Months
Up to 3 years flexible repayment
4,00,000 INR

Four Lakhs rupees

₹25K5L
ESAF SFB: 12.19% - 20%
%
6%ESAF SFB Min: 12.19%36%
Within ESAF SFB's verified rates (12.19% – 20%)
months
1 month84 months
Affordability Check

Banks check that your total loan EMIs do not exceed 40%–50% of your net income.

Fifty Thousand rupees

Monthly Loan EMI

₹8.94 K

@ 12.19% p.a. for 60 months (5 yrs)

Principal Amount
₹4.00 L
Total Interest
₹1.36 L
Processing Fee
₹4.72 K
1% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹720)
Total Outflow
₹5.41 L
Principal + Interest + Fee
Net Disbursed to Bank Account (after fee deduction):₹3.95 L

Income Affordability & FOIR Meter

Based on ₹50,000/mo net income

17.9% FOIR (Comfortable)
0% (Safe)30% (Ideal)40% Max Recommended50%+ (High)
Max Safe EMI (40% limit)₹20,000 / mo
Remaining Monthly Salary₹41,064 / mo

High sanction probability! Your EMI is well below the 40% income cap, making you a strong candidate for approval at ESAF SFB.

Loan Cost Composition

60
Months
Principal Loan Amount
₹4.00 L (74.0%)
Total Interest Cost
₹1.36 L (25.2%)
Upfront Processing Fee
₹4.72 K (0.9%)
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Compare ESAF SFB with Other Personal Loan Providers (2026)

Live calculated EMIs and processing fees for ₹4,00,000 loan over 60 months across top Indian banks and NBFCs.

Comparing for₹4,00,000 (60 mo)
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LenderInterest Rate (p.a.)Est. Monthly EMICalculated Processing Fee
Total Payable
(incl. fees & interest)
Action
Axis Bank logo
Axis Bank3-year MCLR (8.90%) + spread 0.00% - 12.65%
8.75% - 21.55%₹8,255/ month
Up to ₹9,4402% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹1,440)
₹5,04,740Calculate
Indian Bank logo
Indian BankScheme-based (floating: GMRA Premium Clean Loan from 8.75%, IB Insta Cash 9.00%, Online PL 11.15%; fixed: PAPL Self-employed up to 15.00%)
8.75% - 15.00%₹8,255/ month
₹4,7201% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹720)
₹5,00,020Calculate
from 8.86%₹8,276/ month
Up to ₹14,1603% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹2,160)
₹5,10,720Calculate
Union Bank of India logo
Union Bank of IndiaEBLR (8.00% w.e.f. 13.06.2026) + 0.90% to 4.35% by CIBIL score
8.90% - 12.35%₹8,284/ month
₹4,0001% of ₹4,00,000
₹5,01,040Calculate
9.75% - 30.00%₹8,450/ month
Up to ₹23,6005% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹3,600)
₹5,30,600Calculate
Bank of Maharashtra logo
Bank of MaharashtraRLLR (8.05%) + 1.70% to 6.95% by category and CIBIL score
9.75% - 15.00%₹8,450/ month
₹4,7201% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹720)
₹5,11,720Calculate
Punjab & Sind Bank logo
Punjab & Sind BankRepo (5.25%) + markup (2.10%) + CRP + BSP, by CIBIL score and employer category
9.75% - 13.90%₹8,450/ month
₹4,7201% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹720)
₹5,11,720Calculate
UCO Bank logo
UCO BankUCO Float Rate (8.05% w.e.f. 11.12.2025) + 1.90% to 5.15% by CIBIL score
9.95% - 13.20%₹8,489/ month
₹4,0001% of ₹4,00,000
₹5,13,340Calculate
HDFC Bank logo
HDFC BankFixed (published rack interest rate)
9.99% - 24.00%₹8,497/ month
Up to ₹7,670Flat ₹6,500 + 18% GST (₹1,170)
₹5,17,490Calculate
ICICI Bank logo
ICICI Bank1-year MCLR (8.40%) + spread 1.59% - 8.10%
9.99% - 16.50%₹8,497/ month
Up to ₹9,4402% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹1,440)
₹5,19,260Calculate
9.99% - 27.75%₹8,497/ month
Up to ₹16,5203.5% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹2,520)
₹5,26,340Calculate
IDFC First Bank logo
IDFC First BankFixed (FIRSTmoney, reducing balance)
from 9.99%₹8,497/ month
₹14,0003.5% of ₹4,00,000 (GST included)
₹5,23,820Calculate
South Indian Bank logo
South Indian BankRepo Rate + 4.74% (presently 9.99%) onwards
from 9.99%₹8,497/ month
Up to ₹4,0001% of ₹4,00,000
₹5,13,820Calculate
State Bank of India logo
State Bank of India2-year MCLR + spread 1.25% - 6.25%
10.00% - 15.00%₹8,499/ month
₹7,0801.5% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹1,080)
₹5,17,020Calculate
10.00% - 30.50%₹8,499/ month
Up to ₹16,5204.13% of ₹4,00,000 (GST included)
₹5,26,460Calculate
Karnataka Bank logo
Karnataka BankFloating, EBLR-linked
10.03% - 12.28%₹8,505/ month
Up to ₹9,4402% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹1,440)
₹5,19,740Calculate

Live figures calculated for ₹4,00,000 over 60 months. Rates and fee formulas sourced directly from each lender's official website (last verified 24 Aug 2026) and auto-refreshed. GST at 18% is added where charged by the lender.

ESAF SFB Personal Loan Calculation Walkthrough

Illustrative EMI breakdown for ₹4,00,000 @ 12.19% p.a. over 60 months (5 yrs)

Live Calculation
Loan Principal
₹4,00,000
Interest Rate
12.19% p.a.
Monthly EMI
₹8,936
Total Payable
₹5,40,880

Itemized Cost & Disbursal Breakdown:

Total Interest Payable:₹1,36,160
Estimated Processing Fee:₹4,720
Net Disbursed into Account:₹3,95,280
Total Outflow (Principal + Interest + Fee):₹5,40,880

ESAF SFB Personal Loan Eligibility Criteria

Key qualification parameters for salaried & self-employed applicants

Age Range21 – 60 years at loan maturity

Applicant must meet minimum age at time of application.

Minimum Monthly Income₹20,000 – ₹25,000/month

Higher income thresholds may apply for non-metro cities or non-salaried borrowers.

CIBIL / Credit Score700+ (750+ for best rates)

Credit score determines your tier in ESAF SFB's 12.19% – 20% range.

Employment StabilityMin. 1 year total work experience

At least 6 months with the current employer/organization.

Fixed Obligation Ratio (FOIR)Under 40% – 50% of income

Total existing EMIs plus new EMI should not exceed 50% of net take-home salary.

Documents Required for ESAF SFB Personal Loan

Standard documentation for paperless & fast loan sanction

Proof of Identity (Any one)

PAN Card (Mandatory), Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving License.

Proof of Residence (Any one)

Aadhaar Card, Utility Bills (Electricity, Gas, Water bill < 3 months old), Rental Agreement, or Passport.

Income Proof (Salaried)

Salary slips of the last 3 months, Form 16 / ITR for the latest financial year, and Company ID card.

Bank Account Statement

Last 3 to 6 months bank account statement showing regular monthly salary credits.

How to Secure the Lowest ESAF SFB Personal Loan Interest Rate

1. Maintain 750+ CIBIL Score

Banks reserve their lowest tier rates (12.19% p.a.) for borrowers with excellent credit histories and zero delayed payments.

2. Leverage Salary Account

If your corporate salary account is with ESAF SFB, you may qualify for pre-approved personal loans with waived processing fees and discounted rates.

3. Keep FOIR Below 40%

Pay off small credit card balances or existing personal loans prior to applying to lower your Debt-to-Income ratio and boost your sanction limit.

ESAF Small Finance Bank Personal Loan FAQs

Frequently asked questions about ESAF SFB personal loan rates, EMI calculation, eligibility, and charges in 2026.

What is the current ESAF SFB personal loan interest rate in 2026?

ESAF SFB personal loan interest rates start from 12.19% p.a. and go up to 20% p.a. depending on your credit score, employer category, monthly income, and loan tenure. Rates are linked to Fixed (quarterly IRR/APR disclosure).

How is ESAF SFB personal loan EMI calculated?

ESAF SFB personal loan EMI is calculated using the standard reducing balance method formula: EMI = [P × r × (1 + r)^n] / [(1 + r)^n – 1], where P is Principal Loan Amount, r is Monthly Interest Rate (Annual Rate ÷ 12 ÷ 100), and n is Loan Tenure in months. You can use our calculator above to get instant results.

What are the processing fees for a ESAF SFB personal loan?

ESAF SFB charges a processing fee of 1.000% + GST. For a loan of ₹4,00,000, the estimated fee is approximately ₹4,720 (1% of ₹4,00,000 + 18% GST (₹720)). Processing fees are deducted upfront from your loan disbursal amount.

What is the minimum credit score required for ESAF SFB personal loan?

While ESAF SFB considers applicants with a CIBIL/Credit score of 700 and above, a score of 750+ is recommended to secure the lowest interest rates starting at 12.19% p.a. and faster approval. Applicants with lower scores may receive higher interest rates or require a co-applicant.

Can I prepay or foreclose my ESAF SFB personal loan early?

Most banks allow prepayment and foreclosure of personal loans, though the exact charge, and any lock-in period, varies by lender. ESAF SFB has not published a standard foreclosure fee on its official rate/charges pages at last check — confirm the exact charge directly with ESAF SFB or in your loan agreement before prepaying.

How much maximum personal loan can I get from ESAF SFB?

ESAF SFB offers personal loans up to ₹5,00,000 (subject to income eligibility and repayment capacity). The loan amount is determined based on your Net Take-Home Salary, existing EMIs (Fixed Obligation to Income Ratio - FOIR), and credit profile.

What is the maximum tenure for a ESAF SFB personal loan?

The maximum repayment tenure for a ESAF SFB personal loan is typically up to 35 months (3 years). Choosing a longer tenure reduces your monthly EMI, but increases the total interest paid over the loan term.

Disclaimer: Results are estimates for financial planning purposes only and do not constitute financial, tax, investment, or legal advice. Actual values may vary based on your lender, market conditions, and individual circumstances. Consult a qualified CA, CFP, or financial advisor before making any financial decisions.