Current Home Loan Interest Rates
The rate of interest offered to you depends on several factors. Two of the key factors are your eligibility and credibility as a borrower. With the right profile, you can take advantage of a more competitive interest rate and better lending terms. While these are the most essential considerations in availing of a Home Loan, several other aspects hold considerable weightage too.
For instance, disclosure of additional fees and charges, such as the loan processing fee, can impact your borrowing decision and experience. With us, you can be assured of complete transparency in terms of how much you pay, when, and why.
Home Loan Interest Rates for Salaried and Self-Employed Individuals
Interest Rates for Salaried Applicants Salaried Floating Reference Rate: 15.55%*
Home Loan Interest Rate (Floating)
Loan Type | Self-Employed Individuals |
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Home Loan | 8.50%* to 15.00%* |
Home Loan (Balance Transfer) | 8.70%* to 15.00%* |
Top-up Loan | 9.80%* to 18.00%* |
Interest Rates for Self-Employed Applicants
Loan Type | Effective ROI (p.a.) |
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Home Loan | 9.10%* to 15.00%* |
Home Loan (Balance Transfer) | 9.50%* to 15.00% |
Top-up Loan | 10.00%* to 18.00%* |
Other Fees and Charges
Fee | Charge Applicable |
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Processing Fee | Up to 4% of the loan amount + GST as applicable |
EMI Bounce Charges | Refer to the table provided below for the full break-up |
Penal Charges | Click here to know about the penal charges |
EMI Bounce Charges
Loan Amount | Charges |
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Up to Rs.15 Lakh | Rs.500 |
More than Rs.15 Lakh and up to Rs.30 Lakh | Rs.500 |
More than Rs.30 Lakh and up to Rs.50 Lakh | Rs.1,000 |
More than Rs.50 Lakh and up to Rs.1 Crore | Rs.1,000 |
More than Rs.1 Crore and up to Rs.5 Crore | Rs.3,000 |
More than Rs.5 Crore and up to Rs.10 Crore | Rs.3,000 |
More than Rs.10 Crore | Rs.10,000 |
Prepayment and Foreclosure Charge
For individual and non-individual borrowers with floating interest rate loans for non-business purposes:
Borrower Type: Individual | Term Loan | Flexi Term Loan |
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Foreclosure Charges | Nil | Nil |
Part-Prepayment Charges | Nil | Nil |
Borrower Type: Non-Individual | Term Loan | Flexi Term Loan |
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Foreclosure Charge | 4%* on Principal Outstanding | 4%* on the Sanctioned Amount during the Flexi Interest Only Loan Repayment Tenor; and 4%* on the available Flexi Loan Limit during the Flexi Term Loan Tenor |
Part-Prepayment Charges | 2%* on the Part-Prepayment Amount | NIL |
*GST as applicable will be payable by the borrower in addition to the prepayment charges, if any.
**Nil for Home Loans closed by borrowers out of their own sources. Own sources refer to any source, other than borrowing from a bank/NBFC/HFC and/or a financial institution.\
Note: In the case of dual-rate Home Loans (fixed for the initial period and then floating), the foreclosure/part-prepayment charges will be applicable as per the status of the loan as on the foreclosure/part-prepayment date.
Purpose of Loan
- Lease Rental Discounting Loans
- Loans Against any Property availed for business purposes, i.e., working capital, debt consolidation, repayment of business loan, expansion of business, acquisition of business assets or any similar end usage of funds
- Loan for purchase of non-residential properties
- Loan against security of non-residential properties
- Top-up Loans for business purposes, i.e., working capital, debt consolidation, repayment of business loan, expansion of business, acquisition of business assets or any similar end usage of funds
Types of Home Loan Interest Rates in India
Fixed Interest Rate
The fixed interest rate remains constant for a specific period and it is not affected by market changes. The major advantage of a fixed interest rate is that it can help in predicting your loan repayment journey in advance. However, a fixed interest rate typically comes with a reset date and can be changed after a certain period to match market conditions.
It is best to opt for this type of interest rate when current rates are expected to increase. This way, you avail of a housing loan at the lowest possible interest rate. However, it is not suitable to go for a fixed-rate Home Loan when there is a possibility of a rate decrease in the future, as this increases your total interest payable.
Floating Interest Rate
Of the two types of Home Loan interest rates in India, floating interest rates are lower than fixed interest rates at the onset. Generally, floating interest rates are 1-2.5% lower than fixed interest rates. A floating loan interest rate is variable and changes during the tenor based on market fluctuations and benchmark rates, which means your interest outflow keeps changing.
The main advantage of a Home Loan with a floating rate as an individual borrower is that there are no charges on part-prepayment and foreclosure.
There is also a third option of mixed interest rates, where interest is levied at a fixed rate at the beginning and then converted into a floating rate after a set period. At present, Bajaj Housing Finance offers Home Loans at floating interest rates and dual rates — a combination of fixed and floating interest rates.
Different Methods to Calculate Housing Loan Interest Rates
Method 1: EMI Calculator
You can simply calculate the interest amount on your Home Loan by using a Home Loan EMI Calculator online. Input the following information into the calculator’s fields:
Home Loan amount Loan repayment tenor Rate of interest Once you have entered these details, you will get a detailed breakup of your loan, including the amount payable towards interest.
Method 2: EMI Calculation Formula
Alternatively, use this formula to calculate your EMI liability:
EMI = [P x r x (1+r)^n]/[(1+r)^n-1]
Here, P is the principal, r is the rate of interest, and n is the number of instalments or loan tenor in months.
Understanding Effective Interest Rate The interest rate on a Home Loan has two components: the base rate and markup rate. The combination of these two determines the interest rate you will be paying. Here is a breakdown of these components:
Base Rate: This is the standard lending rate of the bank applicable for all retail loans. It changes frequently based on various factors.
Markup: This component of a small percentage is added to the base rate to arrive at the effective interest rate (EIR) for a specific type of Home Loan. It varies from one type of loan to another.
Factors That Impact Your Home Loan Interest Rate
Interest Rate Type
The type of interest rate you opt for impacts your overall interest rate outflow. Fixed rates are normally higher than floating rates by 1–2.5%. Please note, Bajaj Housing Finance currently offers Home Loans at floating interest rates and dual
interest rates.
CIBIL Score
Your credit score depicts your creditworthiness. A high score of 750+ positions you as a reliable borrower. This can help you get a more competitive interest rate.
Employment Type
Certain job profiles that demonstrate a stable income often qualify for more favourable interest rates. For example, salaried employees working with well-known companies can secure competitive interest rates.
How to Reduce Your Home Loan Interest Rates?
Maintain a High Credit Score
The easiest way to secure a lower Home Loan interest rate is to have a high CIBIL score. This is because a high score reflects a good credit history with various credit types in terms of your repayment track record and credit utilisation ratio.
Consider a Home Loan Balance TransferM
If you are wondering how to get a lower Home Loan interest rate while repaying your loan, you may consider transferring it to us for a more favourable rate.
FAQs
We offer sizeable loans at competitive interest rates with the benefit of flexible repayment over a long tenor. You are also assured of added convenience with the option to apply for a Home Loan online and avail of doorstep service for document collection. Salaried applicants can apply for a fresh Home Loan today and pay EMIs as low as Rs.733/Lakh*.
The current interest rates applicable to Home Loans differ based on the employment of the borrower. Salaried individuals can secure a Home Loan with Bajaj Housing Finance at interest rates starting from 8.50%* p.a., while self-employed applicants can avail of a Home Loan with interest rates starting from 9.10%* p.a.
Which of the two is better depends on market conditions. Typically, a fixed rate of interest can be beneficial when the interest rates are on an upward trend. On the other hand, you can benefit from a floating rate of interest when the interest rates are on a downward trend.
A floating rate of interest refers to a rate that varies over time. It is linked to a lender’s internal benchmark or an external benchmark. In other words, the interest rate increases or decreases in tandem with the linked benchmark rate. Thus, under favourable market conditions, a reduced benchmark rate may lower the total interest amount payable.
On the other hand, a fixed interest rate remains the same till a predetermined reset date.