Personal Loan Calculator – EMI & Interest Planner
Plan your finances with our comprehensive personal loan calculator.
Loan Amount
₹500,000
Processing Fee (1%)
₹5,000
Interest Rate
12% p.a.
Loan Tenure
3 Years
What is a Personal Loan Calculator?
A personal loan calculator is a specialized financial tool designed to help borrowers understand the financial implications of taking a personal loan. Unlike secured loans like home or car loans, personal loans are typically unsecured, meaning they don't require collateral but often come with higher interest rates and processing fees.
This calculator takes into account key parameters such as the loan amount, interest rate, loan tenure, and processing fees to provide a comprehensive picture of your repayment obligations. It helps you visualize not just the monthly EMI, but also the total interest paid over the loan period, the impact of processing fees on the actual amount disbursed, and a detailed month-by-month repayment schedule.
By using a personal loan calculator before applying for a loan, you can make informed decisions about loan amounts and tenures that fit your budget, compare offers from different lenders, and understand the true cost of borrowing beyond just the advertised interest rate.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the loan amount - This is the principal amount you wish to borrow from the lender.
- Input the interest rate - Enter the annual interest rate offered by the lender (in percentage).
- Select the loan tenure - Choose how many years you plan to take for repaying the loan.
- Include processing fee (optional) - Toggle this option to include processing fees in your calculation and specify the fee percentage.
- Review the results - The calculator will show your monthly EMI, total interest payable, and if applicable, the actual amount disbursed after deducting processing fees.
- Analyze the repayment schedule - View the detailed month-by-month breakdown of your repayments to understand how the principal and interest components change over time.
Calculation Formula & Example
The Formula
EMI = [P × r × (1 + r)^n] ÷ [(1 + r)^n - 1]
Where:
- EMI = Equated Monthly Installment
- P = Principal loan amount
- r = Monthly interest rate (Annual rate ÷ 12 ÷ 100)
- n = Loan tenure in months
Example Calculation
Let's calculate the EMI for a personal loan with the following parameters:
- Loan amount: ₹5,00,000
- Annual interest rate: 12%
- Loan tenure: 3 years (36 months)
- Processing fee: 1% (₹5,000)
Step 1: Calculate the monthly interest rate (r)
r = 12% ÷ 12 ÷ 100 = 0.01
Step 2: Apply the EMI formula
EMI = [5,00,000 × 0.01 × (1 + 0.01)^36] ÷ [(1 + 0.01)^36 - 1]
EMI = [5,00,000 × 0.01 × 1.43] ÷ [1.43 - 1]
EMI = 7,150 ÷ 0.43
EMI = ₹16,628
Step 3: Calculate the disbursed amount after processing fee
Disbursed amount = ₹5,00,000 - ₹5,000 = ₹4,95,000
Result:
- Monthly EMI: ₹16,628
- Total amount paid: ₹5,98,608 (₹16,628 × 36 months)
- Total interest paid: ₹98,608 (₹5,98,608 - ₹5,00,000)
- Actual amount received: ₹4,95,000
Benefits of Using This Calculator
- Accurate EMI Estimation - Get precise calculations of your monthly installments to plan your budget effectively.
- Processing Fee Impact Analysis - Understand how processing fees affect the actual amount disbursed and the effective cost of your loan.
- Loan Affordability Check - Determine if a personal loan fits within your budget by checking if the EMI is within your repayment capacity.
- Compare Loan Options - Evaluate different loan amounts, interest rates, and tenures to find the most suitable option for your needs.
- Repayment Schedule Visualization - See how your loan repayment progresses over time with a detailed month-by-month breakdown.
- Total Interest Awareness - Understand the total interest cost over the entire loan tenure to make informed borrowing decisions.
Calculator Use Cases
Calculate how taking a personal loan to consolidate multiple high-interest debts (like credit cards) can potentially lower your overall interest costs and simplify your finances with a single monthly payment.
Plan how to finance unexpected medical expenses by calculating affordable EMIs based on different loan amounts and tenures, ensuring you can cover healthcare costs without financial strain.
Determine the optimal loan amount and tenure for your home improvement project by balancing your renovation budget needs with monthly payment capabilities.
Calculate how to finance education expenses through a personal loan by estimating EMIs for different loan tenures and finding a repayment schedule that aligns with your expected future income.
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