Taking a loan against a Recurring Deposit (RD) can be a smart financial move in emergencies or when liquidity is needed without breaking the RD.
Those who have a Recurring Deposit in a Bank can avail loan against the deposit. In this case, the recurring deposit will be treated as a collateral by the bank and the depositor can avail 80% - 90% of the deposit value as loan amount.
This will be a secured loan and any defaulted payment on the loan will be adjusted against the amount available in the recurring deposit account of the borrower. Interest levied on a loan against recurring deposit is lower than that which is applicable on a personal loan.
ICICI Bank - ICICI Bank Recurring Deposit scheme offers loan against the RD. The depositor should make a minimum deposit of Rs. 500 each month and afterwards, in multiples of Rs. 100/-. The tenure for this scheme can range from 6 months – 10 years. This scheme also offers nomination facility.
State Bank of India - State Bank of India offers loan against Recurring Deposit held in the bank. Depositors can avail an Overdraft or loan for a maximum amount of 90% of the funds available in the recurring deposit account. The recurring deposit can be held for a minimum period of 12 months and a maximum period of 120 months. Passbook facility and nomination facility are provided.
Bank of Baroda - Bank of Baroda offers loan against Recurring Deposit held in the bank. Depositors can avail an Overdraft or loan of a maximum amount of up to 95% of the funds available in the recurring deposit account. The recurring deposit can be held for a minimum period of 12 months and a maximum period of 120 months. Nomination facility is provided. Defaulted payment on the loan will be adjusted against the amount available in the recurring deposit account.
Punjab National Bank - Punjab National Bank offers loan against Recurring Deposit held in the bank. Depositors can avail an Overdraft or loan against the funds available in the recurring deposit account. The recurring deposit can be held for a minimum period of 12 months and a maximum period of 120 months. Defaulted payment on the loan will be adjusted against the amount available in the recurring deposit account
The interest rate will be according to the interest rates provided by your bank for a recurring deposit. Most banks provide a rate that is 2% to 3% higher than the rate on recurring deposits.
The typical repayment period for these loans is up to 60 months, or the duration of your investment.
There are no fees associated with availing loans against recurring deposits. However, part of your repayment will go towards interest, which serves as the fee for using the facility.
All resident individuals, Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) members, sole proprietorships, trusts, etc., may apply for a loan against a recurring deposit.
Yes, banks typically allow you to borrow between 70% and 90% of the recurring deposit.
Yes, senior citizens can avail loans against recurring deposits.
Most banks now provide the facility of loans against recurring deposits to NRIs.
Depending on your bank, you may obtain a loan against a recurring deposit online.
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