EMI Prepayment Calculator
See how extra payments can save you lakhs in interest
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| Monthly EMI | ₹0 | ₹0 | - |
| Loan Tenure | 0 months | 0 months | - |
| Total Interest | ₹0 | ₹0 | - |
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Why You Should Prepay Your Loan
Most borrowers don't realize that on a 20-year home loan, they end up paying more in interest than the original loan amount. For instance, on a ₹50 Lakh loan at 9% for 20 years, your total interest payout is approximately ₹57.9 Lakhs — more than the principal!
Even a small monthly extra payment can dramatically reduce this burden. Paying just ₹5,000 extra per month on the above loan saves ₹16+ Lakhs in interest and closes the loan 5 years early.
Reduce Tenure (Recommended)
Keep your EMI the same and let extra payments reduce the loan duration. This saves the maximum interest because you eliminate months of future interest charges.
Reduce EMI
Keep the tenure the same but lower your monthly EMI. This improves monthly cash flow but saves less interest compared to tenure reduction.
Prepayment Impact: ₹50 Lakh Home Loan at 9%
| Extra Monthly Payment | Original Tenure | New Tenure | Time Saved | Interest Saved |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₹5,000/month | 20 years | 15.2 years | 4.8 years | ₹16.4 Lac |
| ₹10,000/month | 20 years | 12.3 years | 7.7 years | ₹26.8 Lac |
| ₹20,000/month | 20 years | 9.3 years | 10.7 years | ₹37.5 Lac |
| ₹1 Lakh Lump sum | 20 years | 19.5 years | 6 months | ₹2.7 Lac |
| ₹5 Lakh Lump sum | 20 years | 17 years | 3 years | ₹12.8 Lac |
Insight: Paying ₹10,000 extra monthly on a ₹50L loan saves ₹26.8 Lakhs — that's enough for a new car!
RBI Rules on Loan Prepayment
No Penalty on Floating Rate Home Loans
RBI mandates that banks CANNOT charge any pre-payment penalty on floating-rate home loans taken by individual borrowers. You can prepay any amount, any time.
Fixed Rate Loans May Have Penalty
Fixed-rate home loans may carry a prepayment penalty of 2-4%. Car loans may also have pre-closure charges. Always check your loan agreement.
Personal Loans
Personal loan pre-closure charges typically range from 2-5% of the outstanding principal. Some banks waive this after 12 months of regular EMI payments.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to make a prepayment?
The earlier in your loan tenure, the better! In early years, your EMI goes mostly toward interest. A prepayment early on reduces the principal substantially, saving exponentially more interest over the remaining tenure.
Should I prepay loan or invest in mutual funds?
If your loan interest rate is 9% and you expect mutual fund returns of 12-14%, investing may seem better mathematically. However, loan prepayment offers a guaranteed, risk-free return equal to your interest rate. For most people, a balanced approach works best — prepay some and invest some.
How much should I prepay?
A good rule of thumb: Keep 6 months of expenses as an emergency fund, then use any remaining surplus (bonuses, tax refunds, FD maturities) for prepayment. Even ₹5,000 extra per month on a ₹50L loan saves over ₹16 Lakhs in interest!
Important Disclaimer
For Informational Purposes Only: Actual savings may vary based on your lender's prepayment policy, processing charges, and the specific terms of your loan agreement.
Check with Your Bank: Always confirm prepayment charges with your bank before making a lump sum payment. Terms differ between floating and fixed rate loans.
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