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Personal loan EMI calculator

The EMI and total cost of a personal loan — usually the priciest debt.

Quick answer

A personal loan EMI calculator shows monthly payment and total cost on unsecured loans, typically at 11–24% interest in India. Enter amount, rate, and tenure to see how fast interest adds up on short-term debt.

₹5L
12%
48 mo

Monthly EMI

₹13,167

On a ₹5L loan at 12% over 48 months.

Total interest
₹1,32,012
Total you repay
₹6,32,012
Interest is
26% of the loan
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Rates & rules checked on 15 June 2026 · based on FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27).

What this tells you

Personal loans are unsecured, so they carry the highest rates of any mainstream loan — often 11–24%. Model the true cost before treating one as easy money.

How it's calculated

Reducing-balance EMI. Because rates are high, total interest adds up fast even on short tenures — the note flags when interest exceeds the loan itself.

Common questions

When does a personal loan make sense?
For genuine emergencies or to consolidate costlier debt (like credit-card balances). Never to invest, and rarely for lifestyle purchases.
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Sources

For general education, not personalised financial advice. Verify current rates and rules before acting — tax laws and interest rates change.