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EMI Calculator

Calculate your monthly EMI for home loans, car loans or personal loans, along with total interest payable.

₹8,997
Monthly EMI
Principal Amount₹10,00,000
Total Interest Payable₹11,59,342
Total Payment (Principal + Interest)₹21,59,342

About EMI calculation

EMI stands for Equated Monthly Instalment — it's the fixed amount you pay every month to repay a loan, whether it's for a home, a car, or personal expenses. Each EMI payment covers two things: a part of the original amount you borrowed (the principal) and a part of the interest the bank charges you for lending the money.

Working out your EMI before you take a loan is one of the smartest things you can do. It tells you exactly how much money will leave your account every month, so you can plan your budget and check whether the loan is affordable before you sign any paperwork.

To use this calculator, just enter three things: how much you want to borrow (the loan amount), the interest rate the bank is offering (per year), and how many years you plan to take to repay it (the tenure). The calculator instantly shows your monthly EMI, the total interest you'll pay over the entire loan, and the total amount you'll end up paying back in all.

A few things are worth knowing. A lower interest rate almost always means a lower EMI and less total interest — so it's worth comparing rates from a few banks before choosing one. Loan tenure matters too: choosing a longer tenure lowers your monthly EMI but increases the total interest you pay over time, while a shorter tenure raises your EMI but saves you money overall. There's a trade-off between what's comfortable each month and what costs less in the long run.

This calculator is useful for home loans, car loans, personal loans, or any loan that is repaid through equal monthly instalments. It gives you an accurate estimate based on standard EMI calculation methods used by banks, though your actual bank offer may include small differences like processing fees — always confirm the final numbers with your lender before committing.

Frequently asked questions

How is EMI calculated?
EMI is calculated using the formula EMI = P × r × (1+r)^n / ((1+r)^n − 1), where P is the loan amount, r is the monthly interest rate, and n is the number of monthly instalments.
Does a lower interest rate always mean a lower EMI?
Generally yes, for the same loan amount and tenure, a lower interest rate results in a lower EMI and lower total interest paid over the loan term.
How does loan tenure affect my EMI?
A longer tenure reduces your monthly EMI but increases the total interest paid over the life of the loan. A shorter tenure means higher EMIs but less total interest.