HDFC Bank is among the earliest Private Sector Banks operating since 1994. HDFC Bank’s home loan portfolio boasts Home Loans, Home Improvement Loans, Home Extension Loans, Plot Loans, Balance Transfers, and Top-up Loans. It does not matter if you are salaried or self-employed, a resident or an NRI. Suitable HDFC Bank home loans are tailored to every need of the customer.
HDFC home loans have flexible eligibility criteria and can serve various purposes covering purchase, construction, renovation, and extension. Competitive interest rates start from 6.75% per annum. These loans have repayment tenures to suit individual preferences, and convenient EMI starting at Rs.649 per lac. Moreover, the borrower is assured of a seamless experience in a digital environment supported by expert counselling and unmatched service at every step.
The fund cost for the dream house is significantly impacted by the applied interest rate based on several parameters. Currently, a Floating interest rate is a norm in all home loan products as per RBI guidelines. Moreover, the applicable rate is benchmarked to an external reference rate.
Floating | Fixed |
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Fluctuates up or down depending on the benchmarking movement | Remains constant throughout the loan tenure |
EMI is variable | EMI is fixed |
Budgeting is difficult | Ensures Budget planning |
Relatively lower rate | Comparatively higher |
No prepayment penalty | Prepayment penalty applies |
The charges for HDFC Home Loans to build, buy, extend, or renovate your house are described below. Therefore, it is prudent to ascertain the actual applicable rates from HDFC Bank before applying.
Type | Description and Rate |
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Processing Fee |
**Salaried and Self-employed Professionals: Higher of 0.50% of the loan amount or Rs.3000 plus the applicable GST Self-employed Non-Professionals: Higher of 1.50% of the loan amount or Rs.4500 plus the applicable GST. |
External Opinion | Comprises Fees payable to the Advocate for legal and Technical opinion of the valuation on an actual expense basis. |
Insurance Premium | Home loan acquired residential property is insured, and the customer bears the premium. |
Delayed Payment | A 24% per annum penalty is payable |
Incidental Charge | Levied for recovery of default and expenses incurred |
Statutory Charge | Comprises Stamp Duty, CERSAI (Central Registry of Securitization Asset Reconstruction and Security Interest of India, MOD, etc. borne by the customer. |
**The fee is valid during the period 17 May 2021 to 31 August 2021and subject to revision. It applies to all the HDFC Home Loan Schemes. | |
Other Charges | |
Cheque Dishonor |
Salaried and Self-employed Professionals: Rs.200 Self-employed Non-Professionals: Rs.300 |
Document List | Up to Rs.500 |
Document Photocopy | Up to Rs.500 |
PDC Swap | Rs.200 |
Disbursement Cheque | Rs.200 (Cancellation Post Disbursement) |
Loan Reappraisal | Rs.2000 (After six months from sanction date) |
Loan Term Adjustment | Rs.200 plus GST |
Prepayment | Floating Rate: Nil for individuals |
Conversion Charges | |
Switch to Lower Rate | 0.50% of the outstanding principal or the residual amount capped at Rs.50000 plus GST. |
Switch to Variable from Fixed | .50% of the outstanding principal or the residual amount capped at Rs.50000 plus GST. |
Switch to Variable from Fixed | 50% of the outstanding principal or the residual amount capped at Rs.50000 plus GST. |
Switch to Trufixed from Variable | 1.75% of the outstanding principal or the residual amount plus GST. |
HDFC Loans are available in Adjustable Interest Rate and Tru-fixed Interest Rate. While the former varies according to the external reference rate fluctuation, the latter provides a fixed interest rate for the first two years of the loan tenure. After that, the rate is converted to a floating rate for the remaining loan tenure. Thus, it is a combination of floating and fixed interest rates.
The current Retail Prime Lending Rate is 16.05% per annum.
Adjustable-Rate Home Loan as of 21 August 2021 | |||
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Loan Slab | Category | Salaried / SEP (%) | SENP (%) |
Up to Rs.30 Lac | Women | 6.95 to 7.45 | 6.95 to 7.45 |
Others | 7.00 to 7.50 | 7.00 to 7.50 | |
Rs.30.01 Lac to Rs.75 Lac | Women | 7.20 to 7.70 | 7.20 to 7.70 |
Others | 7.25 to 7.75 | 7.25 to 7.75 | |
Rs.75.01 Lac and above | Women | 7.30 to 7.80 | 7.30 to 7.80 |
Others | 7.35 to 7.85 | 7.35 to 7.85 |
*SEP: Self-employed Professional
SENP: Self-employed Non-Professional
The Interest range category is spread over the customer’s Credit Score classified into the following four Grades:
I: 730 and above
II: 700 to 729
III: 650 to 699
IV: Below 650
The rate is valid for Home Loan, Home Improvement Loan, Home Extension Loan, Refinance, and Plot Loan.
TruFixed Rate Home Loan – 2 Year Fixed Rate Variant as of 21 August 2021 | |||
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Loan Slab | Category | Salaried / SEP (%) | SENP (%) |
Up to Rs.30 Lac | Women | 7.40 to 7.90 | 7.40 to 7.90 |
Others | 7.45 to 7.95 | 7.45 to 7.95 | |
Rs.30.01 Lac to Rs.75 Lac | Women | 7.55 to 8.05 | 7.55 to 8.05 |
Others | 7.60 to 8.10 | 7.60 to 8.10 | |
Rs.75.01 Lac and above | Women | 7.65 to 8.15 | 7.65 to 8.15 |
Others | 7.70 to 8.20 | 7.70 to 8.20 |
The rate is valid for Home Loan, Home Improvement Loan, Home Extension Loan, Refinance, and Plot Loan.
Top-up Loan as of 21 August 2021 | |||
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Loan Slab | Category | Salaried / SEP (%) | SENP (%) |
Existing Borrowers | Women | 7.60 to 8.10 | 7.60 to 8.10 |
Others | 7.60 to 8.10 | 7.60 to 8.10 |
The Top-up Loan for Refinance/ Balance Transfer is the same as Home Loan Slabs.
The limited period Special Interest Rate offer for Women customers (Salaried and Self-employed) and others is valid from 3 May 2021 to 31 October 2021. A credit score of 730 and above and the maximum loan amount of Rs.30 Lac are mandatory. It applies to all the HDFC Bank home loan schemes. HDFC Bank appraises the customer’s risk profile based on the credit score, credit history, and segments. However, the offer is available to ARHL only, linked to the Benchmark Rate applied through the loan tenure.
The current Retail Prime Lending Rate is 16.05% per annum.
Special Adjustable Rate Home Loan as of 21 August 2021 | |||
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Loan Slab | Category | Salaried / SEP (%) | SENP (%) |
Up to Rs.30 Lac | Women | 6.75 to 7.25 | 6.75 to 7.25 |
Others | 6.80 to7.30 | 6.80 to7.30 | |
Rs.30.01 Lac to Rs.75 Lac | Women | 7.00 to 7.50 | 7.00 to 7.50 |
Others | 7.05 to 7.55 | 7.05 to 7.55 | |
Rs.75.01 Lac and above | Women | 7.10 to 7.60 | 7.10 to 7.60 |
Others | 7.15 to 7.65 | 7.15 to 7.65 |
SEP: Self-employed Professional
SENP: Self-employed Non-Professional
The Interest range category is spread over the customer’s Credit Score classified into the following four Grades:
I: 730 and above
II: 700 to 729
III: 650 to 699
IV: Below 650
The rate is valid for Home Loan, Home Improvement Loan, Home Extension Loan, Refinance, and Plot Loan.
The eligibility criteria for HDFC Bank home loans determine the customer’s creditworthiness to avail the loan and repay without default. The primary factors impacting the eligibility are the applicant’s age, financial status, credit history, credit score, and current liabilities, among others.
Eligibility for HDFC Bank Home Loan | ||
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Criteria | Salaried / SEP | SENP |
Individual Class | Resident and Non-Resident Indians | |
Occupation | Salaried, Self-employed Professionals, Self-employed Non-Professionals | |
Age | 21 to 65 years | 21 to 65 years |
Tenure |
Telescopic Repayment: Maximum 30 years All Others: Maximum 20 years |
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Genders | All | All |
Income | Minimum Rs.10000 pm | Minimum Business Income Rs.2 Lac pa |
Maximum Funding | Up to Rs.30 Lac: 90% of property cost | |
Rs.30.01 Lac to Rs.75 Lac:80% of property cost | ||
Rs.75.01 Lac and above: 75% of property cost | ||
Repayment Options |
Step up Repayment Facility (SURF) Flexible Loan Installment Plan (FLIP) Tranche Based EMI Accelerated Repayment Scheme Telescopic Repayment Option |
SEP: Self-employed Professional, which includes:
SENP: Self-employed Non-Professional
It is already understood that HDFC Bank offers a range of home loan products for every preference and need. In other words, HDFC Bank provides Personalized Home Loan solutions.
Some of the significant reasons to choose from the vast array of HDFC Bank home loan products are: discussed in some detail for easy comprehension and insight.
The flagship homeownership product from HDFC Bank is designed for the Salaried, Self-employed Professionals and Self-employed Non-Professionals among Resident and non-Resident Indians, regardless of gender. The loan covers every homeownership facet, right from purchasing new and existing properties from various private and statutory agencies, apart from the recognized Co-operative Societies and Owners Associations. Some of the standout scheme features are:
The loan is available if the customer owns a plot of land to design a customized residential space. The significant features of Plot Loan are:
Plot Loan Interest Rate | ||
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Interest Type | Salaried/ SEP (%) | SENP (%) |
Special Rate | 6.90 to 7.75 | 7.05 to 7.90 |
Standard | 7.10 to 7.95 | 7.25 to 8.10 |
Tru-Fixed Rate | 7.55 to 8.30 | 7.70 to 8.40 |
The loan helps the homeowner to spruce up the existing property aligned with the owner’s taste. The vehicle upgrades your home into a contemporary dwelling absorbing the latest in comfort and elegance. The loan offers the following significant advantages:
The family and its needs are dynamic and grow over the years. Therefore, the customized loan is designed to fund extra space addition in the existing house to absorb the emerging needs and more. The significant features are:
All existing home loan borrowers are eligible for top-up loans providing additional funds without any bar on its usage. Since the home loan EMI eats up a significant part of the borrower’s monthly surplus, a top-up loan meets the deficiency for indulgence. The key loan features are:
Top-up Loan Interest rate | ||
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Interest Type | Existing customer (%) | New customer (%) |
Special Rate | 7.60 to 8.10 | 7.05 to 7.80 |
Standard | 8.30 to 8.80 | 7.25 to 8.00 |
Tru-Fixed Rate | 8.65 to 9.15 | 7.70 to 8.35 |
* Salaried. Self-employed Professionals and Self-employed Non-Professionals
Balance Transfer from others to HDFC Bank is advantageous for its substantial savings on fund cost, added with the top-up loan incentive for additional liquidity. Some of the critical features are:
The Balance Transfer of home loans from other banks benefits the customer to avail of a top-up loan up to Rs.50 Lac.
HDFC Rural Housing Finance targets the aspiring homeowners of a dream house in rural and urban India. Agriculturists, dairy farmers, planters, horticulturists, and the self-employed are the potential beneficiaries. They can look forward to:
Rural Home Loan Interest rate | |
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Interest Type | Rate per annum (%) |
Special Rate | Nil |
Standard | 6.95 to 8.70 |
Tru-Fixed Rate | 7.45 to 8.75 |
*Discounted rate for women
Reach Home Loan is designed exclusively for micro-entrepreneurs and salaried individuals lacking adequate income proof to apply for funds to acquire a dream house of their own. The scheme primarily benefits marginal businesspeople, skilled professionals, and artisans.
HDFC Bank applies a unique appraisal methodology to facilitate home loans to the targeted clientele. The applicant can additionally apply for the subsidy under the PMAY scheme up to Rs.2.67 Lac to mitigate the overall financial outgo. Some of the critical features of the loan are:
Reach Home Loan Interest Rate (Tru-fixed – 3 Year Variant) | ||
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Loan Type | Amount Slab | Rate per annum (%) |
Home Loan, Renovation, Extension | Any amount | 8.75 to 14.00 |
Plot Loan, Top-up Loan | Any amount | 9.25 to14.50 |
Non-residential Property | Any amount | 9.75 to 15.00 |
Fees/ Charges applied to Reach Home Loan:
NRI are Indian citizens living abroad for the primary reasons of occupation. Therefore, HDFC Bank offers them the entire home loan portfolio comprising Home Loan, Home Extension, Home Improvement, Plot Loan, and Balance Transfer. HDFC Bank has classified the home loan application based on the NRI’s location in the Middle East, United Kingdom, Singapore, and, finally, Other Countries.
Eligibility for NRI HDFC Bank Home Loans | ||
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Parameter | Description | |
Age | 18 to 60 years | |
Occupation | Salaried, including Merchant Navy, Self-employed | |
Gender | All | |
Purpose | Purchase, Construct, Renovation, Extension, and Balance Transfer | |
Tenure | Maximum of 20 years | |
Repayment | Tranche Based EMI | |
Processing Fee |
Salaried: The higher of 1.25% of the loan amount or Rs.3000 plus GST Self-employed: The higher of 1.25% of the loan amount or Rs.4500 plus GST |
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LTV | Up to Rs.30 Lac | 90% |
Rs.30.01 to Rs.75 Lac | 80% | |
Rs.75.01 Lac and above | 75% |
The interest rates applied in the NRI Home Loan are on identical lines as the resident borrower providing Adjustable and Tru-fixed Interest Rates, linked to their RPLR.
The current Retail Prime Lending Rate is 16.05% per annum.
NRI Home Loan Interest Rate based on the amount | ||
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Interest Type | Salaried/ SEP (%) | SENP (%) |
Special Rate | 6.80 to 7.65 | 6.95 to 7.80 |
Standard | 7.00 to 7.85 | 7.15 to 8.00 |
Tru-Fixed Rate | 7.45 to 8.20 | 7.60 to 8.35 |
It is imperative to remember that the NRI is not permitted to invest in Agricultural land or Plantations according to The FEMA Regulations 2018 until granted a special waiver by the RBI.
Applying online at the bank’s official portal is the most convenient method for aspiring homeowners. A step-by-step guide is detailed below.
The home loan EMI Calculator at the HDFC Bank portal is a handy online tool that helps understand the monthly repayment obligation clearly. The salient features of the calculator’s outcome are:
Loan Amount (Rs) | 10 Years (Rs) | 20 Years (Rs) | 30 Years (Rs) |
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10 Lac | 11482 | 7604 | 6486 |
20 Lac | 22965 | 15207 | 12972 |
30 Lac | 34447 | 22811 | 19458 |
50 Lac | 57412 | 38018 | 32430 |
Documentation is a significant home loan feature, and its flawless submission reciprocates in a swift approval and disbursal.
KYC Documents:
Income Proof:
Property Documents:
Other Documents:
KYC Documents:
Income Proof:
Property Documents:
Other Documents: