Quick Summary: RBI Penalty Checker

As per latest RBI 'Fair Lending Practice' guidelines, banks cannot charge 'penal interest' (interest on interest); they can only charge 'penal charges' which must be reasonable and not capitalized. Furthermore, foreclosure charges on floating-rate individual loans are prohibited. Use this checker to audit your bank's charges.

How to use the RBI Penalty Checker

  1. Select Loan Type

    Choose between Floating Rate or Fixed Rate and Individual or Business entity.

  2. Enter Penalty Amount

    Input the late fee or foreclosure charge your bank is quoting.

  3. Check Compliance

    The tool flags if the charge violates RBI circulars (e.g. charging foreclosure on floating rate home loans).

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