Home Loan EMI Calculator India 2026: Monthly EMI, Total Interest & Amortization
A home loan is the largest financial commitment most Indians will ever make — often a 20-30 year relationship with your bank. Before signing, you need to know exactly what you're committing to: monthly EMI, total interest paid over the tenure, and how making extra prepayments can dramatically reduce your interest burden. This calculator and guide covers all of that.
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EMI = P × r × (1+r)^n / ((1+r)^n − 1)
Where: P = Principal loan amount, r = Monthly interest rate (annual rate ÷ 12 ÷ 100), n = Tenure in months.
Example: ₹50L loan at 8.5% for 20 years (240 months): r = 8.5/12/100 = 0.007083. EMI = 50,00,000 × 0.007083 × (1.007083)^240 / ((1.007083)^240 − 1) = ₹43,391/month.
Home Loan Interest Rates in India 2026
Major banks' home loan rates (floating): SBI 8.50–9.15%, HDFC Bank 8.75–9.35%, ICICI Bank 8.75–9.25%, Kotak Mahindra 8.75–9.00%, Bank of Baroda 8.40–10.60%, LIC HFL 8.50–10.75%. Rates depend on credit score (CIBIL 750+ gets best rates), loan amount, and property type. Fixed-rate loans are slightly higher but protect against rate hikes.
Impact of Loan Tenure on Total Interest
For a ₹50L loan at 8.5%: 10 years: EMI ₹61,993, Total interest ₹24.4L 15 years: EMI ₹49,228, Total interest ₹38.6L 20 years: EMI ₹43,391, Total interest ₹54.1L 30 years: EMI ₹38,446, Total interest ₹88.4L
Choosing 30 years over 10 years saves ₹23,547/month but costs ₹64L extra in interest. Even small extra EMI payments can dramatically cut this.
Power of Prepayments
Making even one extra EMI per year can cut tenure by 3-4 years on a 20-year loan. A lump sum prepayment of ₹5L on a ₹50L loan (8.5%, 20 years) in year 3 saves approximately ₹8-10L in interest and cuts tenure by ~2 years. Most banks allow unlimited prepayment on floating-rate loans without penalty (RBI mandate). Fixed-rate loans may have 2-4% prepayment penalty.
Tax Benefits on Home Loan FY 2026-27
OLD REGIME ONLY: Section 24b: Deduction on home loan interest up to ₹2L/year (self-occupied property). Section 80C: Principal repayment (up to ₹1.5L limit, shared with other 80C investments). Section 80EEA: Additional ₹1.5L interest deduction for first-time buyers (affordable housing under ₹45L, expired — check current budget for extension). NEW REGIME: No home loan deductions except employer-provided housing.
PMAY and Subsidized Loans
PMAY (Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana) offers interest subsidies for first-time homebuyers. PMAY Urban 2.0 (launched 2024): EWS/LIG category (income up to ₹3L/₹6L): 6.5% subsidy. MIG-I (₹6-12L income): 4% subsidy. MIG-II (₹12-18L): 3% subsidy. Subsidy is credited upfront to your loan account, reducing the principal and hence EMI. Apply through your bank or directly on PMAY portal.
How to Use the Formly Home Loan EMI Calculator
Enter your loan amount, interest rate, and tenure. The calculator shows monthly EMI, total amount payable, and total interest. Switch to the amortization schedule to see month-by-month principal and interest breakdown. Use the prepayment section to see how extra payments reduce total interest and tenure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum home loan I can get?⌄
Banks typically lend 75-90% of property value (LTV ratio) and limit EMI to 40-50% of your monthly net income. With a ₹1L/month take-home, you can typically afford EMI of ₹40-50K, which corresponds to a loan of ~₹50-60L at 8.5% for 20 years.
Fixed or floating rate home loan — which is better?⌄
In a falling interest rate environment, floating is better (your rate decreases). In a rising rate environment, fixed locks in your rate. Currently (2026), with RBI rates expected to ease, floating rate loans are generally preferred by most financial advisors.
How does CIBIL score affect home loan rate?⌄
CIBIL 750+: Best rates (lowest spread). 700-749: 0.25-0.50% higher rate. 650-699: May face rejection or significantly higher rates. Below 650: Loan unlikely or from NBFCs at high rates. Check your CIBIL score free once a year on CIBIL website before applying.
Can I transfer my home loan to another bank?⌄
Yes, home loan balance transfer is allowed and can save significantly if you get a 0.5-1% lower rate. Cost: processing fee (0.5-1% of outstanding balance) + legal/technical charges. Break-even is typically 2-3 years, so transfer is worthwhile if you have 7+ years remaining.
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