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Education Loan EMI Calculator

Calculate education loan EMI with moratorium period (study + grace period before EMI starts)

🎓Education Loan Details

India: Up to ₹15L • Abroad: Up to ₹1.5 Cr

India: 8.5-12% • Abroad: 10-13% • Govt scheme: 7.5-9%

No EMI during moratorium. Interest accumulates and adds to principal.

📊EMI Breakdown

Monthly EMI (after moratorium)
₹46,500
Original Loan₹20,00,000
Interest in Moratorium₹8,40,000
Effective Loan₹28,40,000
Total Interest₹19,40,000
Total Cost₹39,40,000
Moratorium4 years

Frequently Asked Questions

What is moratorium period in education loan? +
It's the duration during which you don't pay EMI = course duration + 1 year grace period. Example: 4-year engineering = 5-year moratorium. BUT interest accumulates during this period and is added to your principal! Tip: Pay simple interest during moratorium to reduce total cost.
Tax benefit on education loan? +
Section 80E: 100% interest paid is tax deductible (no upper limit!). Available for 8 years OR till loan repaid (whichever earlier). Only INTEREST qualifies, not principal. Loan must be from bank/approved institution. For self, spouse, children, or legal ward.
Education loan eligibility? +
Indian citizen, secured admission to recognized institution. Below ₹4L: No collateral, no margin. ₹4L-₹7.5L: 5% margin, third-party guarantee. Above ₹7.5L: 15% margin (5% for premier institutes), collateral required. Co-applicant needed (parent/spouse).
Government subsidy schemes? +
CSIS (Central Sector Interest Subsidy): For families earning <₹4.5L, full interest subsidy during moratorium. PADHO PARDESH: For minorities. DR. Ambedkar Scheme: For OBC/EBC. Vidya Lakshmi Portal: One-stop application for 13+ banks.
Can I pay simple interest during moratorium? +
YES! Most banks allow voluntary simple interest payment. Pros: Reduces total cost by lakhs, gets 1% interest concession from many banks. Cons: Burden during studies. If parents can pay, definitely opt for it. Saves significant money over loan tenure.
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Important Financial Disclaimer

This calculator is for informational purposes only. Results are estimates and should NOT be considered as financial advice.

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