How Does a Loan Eligibility Calculator Work?
Before a bank sanctions a Home Loan or Personal Loan, they run an assessment to ensure you have the repayment capacity. A Loan Eligibility Calculator mirrors the exact mathematical algorithms used by banks to determine how much money they can safely lend you.
Understanding FOIR (Fixed Obligation to Income Ratio)
FOIR is the most critical metric banks use. It dictates what percentage of your net monthly income can be consumed by debts. Generally, conservative lenders prefer a FOIR of 50%. This means if you earn ₹100,000 a month, your total combined EMIs (including existing loans and the new loan) cannot exceed ₹50,000.
The Reverse EMI Calculation
Once the bank determines your Max Affordable EMI (e.g., ₹25,000), they use the reverse EMI formula along with your requested interest rate and loan tenure to calculate the total lump sum they can lend you. Extending your loan tenure reduces the monthly EMI burden, thereby increasing your total eligible loan amount.