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13 Jun 2025
‘CIBIL score hai ya report card?’
Last month, when my friend Radhika was booking a vacation to Bali, she didn’t use her credit card. Instead, she took a ₹3 lakh personal loan at an interest rate of just 9.2%. I asked,“Itna sasta kaise?” She replied that her CIBIL score was 812.
While another friend, Aman, had a score of 665. The loan got approved for the same amount at a 14.5% interest rate. The difference in monthly EMI was ₹930. If you want to prepare their finances, do look at the table given below:
Particulars | Radhika (CIBIL: 812) | Aman (CIBIL: 665) |
Loan Amount | ₹3,00,000 | ₹3,00,000 |
Interest Rate (APR) | 9.2% | 14.5% |
Tenure | 36 months | 36 months |
EMI | ₹9,567 | ₹10,497 |
Processing Fee | ₹0 | ₹1,500 |
Total Interest Paid | ₹44,412 | ₹77,892 |
A high CIBIL score indicates that you are managing your finances effectively. And, for your discipline, banks will offer cheaper loans, faster approvals, and better terms. Let’s see how these benefits can work for you.
Banks reward good scores with lower interest rates because they are more confident that you’ll repay on time. Even a 1% difference in rate can save lakhs on big loans.
For example, Ritika and Aman both applied for a ₹10 lakh personal loan. Ritika had a CIBIL score of 782, while Aman’s was 670. Both chose a 5-year tenure. She got an interest rate of 10.5%, while Aman was charged 13.5%.
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Because of her high score, Ritika paid ₹1,658 less every month. Over 60 months, she would save ₹99,480 on the total amount. To compare their finances, look at the table given below:
Parameter | Ritika (CIBIL: 782) | Aman (CIBIL: 670) |
Loan Amount | ₹10,00,000 | ₹10,00,000 |
Interest Rate | 10.5% p.a. | 13.5% p.a. |
Monthly EMI | ₹21,493 | ₹23,151 |
Monthly EMI Difference | - | ₹1,658 more |
Total Interest Payable | ₹2,89,580 | ₹3,89,460 |
Total Repayment Amount | ₹12,89,580 | ₹13,89,460 |
Do you know that banks often fast-track applications from borrowers with a high CIBIL score? These applicants often get same-day approvals without extra documentation. This is how most banks operate with different CIBIL scores:
CIBIL Score | Bank View | Documentation | Approval Time | Disbursal Time |
750+ | Very Low Risk | Basic KYC | 15–30 mins | Within 24 hours |
700–749 | Moderate Risk | KYC + Salary | 1–2 business days | 24–48 hours |
650–699 | Slightly Risky | Full Docs | 2–4 days | 3–5 days |
Below 650 | High Risk | Extra Docs | 5–7 days | 7+ days |
For example, Sameer needed ₹5 lakh for a medical emergency. With a CIBIL score of 801, his digital application
with HDFC Bank was approved in 22 minutes. Additionally, the money reached his account in under 4 hours.
Meanwhile, his friend Neeraj, who had a score of 685, waited 2 full days for approval and had to submit extra documents.
Parameter | Sameer (CIBIL: 801) | Neeraj (CIBIL: 685) |
Loan Amount | ₹5,00,000 | ₹5,00,000 |
Loan Type | Digital Personal Loan | Digital Personal Loan |
Bank | HDFC Bank | HDFC Bank |
Application Approval Time | 22 minutes | 48 hours (2 full days) |
Disbursal Time | Under 4 hours | After 2 days |
Documents Required | Basic KYC (auto-verified) | Extra documents (ITR, bank slips) |
Reason for Loan | Medical Emergency | Medical Emergency |
User Experience | Instant, seamless | Delayed, paperwork-heavy |
If you have a high CIBIL score, banks are more likely to lend to you. If your income is the same as someone with a lower score, don’t worry; you will still receive a higher loan amount. That’s because higher EMIs are for the responsible borrowers, and a high CIBIL score means that you are a responsible borrower!
For example, Shruti and Deepak both earn ₹80,000 per month. Shruti’s score is 778; Deepak’s is 698. They each applied for a home loan. Shruti was eligible for ₹55 lakh, while Deepak could get only ₹42 lakh.
This extra ₹13 lakh made it easier for Shruti to buy a home in her preferred location. Here's how their loan eligibility compares:
Parameter | Shruti (CIBIL: 778) | Deepak (CIBIL: 698) |
Monthly Income | ₹80,000 | ₹80,000 |
Loan Type | Home Loan | Home Loan |
CIBIL Score | 778 | 698 |
Eligible Loan Amount | ₹55,00,000 | ₹42,00,000 |
EMI Limit Considered | ₹44,000 | ₹33,600 |
Tenure Assumed | 20 years | 20 years |
‘Seedhi baat: Premium Credit Cards are for Premium borrowers who have Premium (high) CIBIL scores.’
These premium credit cards offer higher limits and more attractive perks for individuals with excellent CIBIL scores. These include cashback, lounge access, and lower interest on carried balances.
For example, Tanya (CIBIL score 776) and Karan (score 672) both applied for credit cards in 2025. Tanya was
offered an HDFC Regalia Gold card with a ₹3 lakh limit. It also provided free lounge access and 1.2% monthly
interest on unpaid dues.
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Karan was offered a basic card with a ₹60,000 limit, no perks, and a 3.5% monthly interest rate.
Tanya also had her joining fee waived and earned ₹2,000 in cashback within the first 30 days. Here’s a clear comparison of their credit card benefits:
Parameter | Tanya (CIBIL: 776) | Karan (CIBIL: 672) |
Card Type | HDFC Regalia Gold | Basic Entry-Level Card |
Credit Limit | ₹3,00,000 | ₹60,000 |
Interest Rate on Dues | 1.2% per month | 3.5% per month |
Lounge Access | Yes (4/year domestic) | No |
Joining/Annual Fees | Waived | ₹499 |
Cashback on Spending | ₹2,000 in the first month | None |
Just like you got a treat for top scores in class 12th from your parents, banks offer various benefits for a high CIBIL score. You can enjoy lower interest rates, faster approvals, higher eligibility, and premium credit card benefits.
‘Aur kya chahiye insan ko!’
Consider this: with the extra amount saved, you can invest in stocks or establish a new emergency fund. You just need to be disciplined with your finances to have all the exclusive financial advantages, ‘baaki the world is yours to achieve’
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