What is the rate of interest charged on personal loan?
Henry Morales
Published Feb 19, 2026
Current Interest Rate on Personal Loans
| Bank | Interest Rate (p.a.) | Processing Fee |
|---|---|---|
| ICICI Bank | 11.25% p.a. – 21% p.a. | Up to 2.25% |
| HDFC Bank | 10.75% p.a. – 21.30% p.a. | Up to 2.50% |
| Yes Bank | 13.99% p.a. – 16.99% p.a. | Up to 2.50% |
| Citibank | 10.50% p.a. – 17.99% p.a. | Up to 3% |
Is 17 interest rate high for a personal loan?
Depending on the lender and the borrower’s credit score and financial history, personal loan interest rates can range from 6% to 36%. The average personal loan interest rate is significantly lower than the average credit card interest rate, which was about 17% as of November 2019, according to the Federal Reserve.
What is the current interest rate in South Africa 2020?
7.00% per annum
The prescribed rate of interest has been changed with effect from 1 September 2020 to 7.00% per annum. The previous rate was 7.25%….Prescribed rate of interest is 7% from 1 September 2020.
| Date range | Rate of interest |
|---|---|
| 1 January 2019 – 31 August 2019 | 10.25% pa |
| 1 September 2019 – 29 February 2020 | 10% pa |
| 1 March 2020 – 30 April 2020 | 9.75% pa |
| 1 May 2020 – 31 May 2020 | 8.75% pa |
How do you figure out the interest rate on a loan?
How to calculate loan interest
- Calculation: You can calculate your total interest by using this formula: Principal loan amount x Interest rate x Time (aka Number of years in term) = Interest.
- Calculation: Here’s how to calculate the interest on an amortized loan:
- Takeaway: Don’t borrow more than you need to.
Which bank is best for loan?
Comparison of Best Personal Loan Providers in India
| Name of the Lender | Loan Amount | Interest Rate (p.a.) |
|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India (SBI) | Up to Rs. 20 lakh. | 9.60% onwards |
| HDFC Bank | Up to Rs. 40 lakh. | 10.50% onwards |
| ICICI Bank | Up to Rs. 25 lakh. | 10.50% onwards |
| Axis Bank | Up to Rs. 15 lakh. | 11% onwards |
What is the difference between the repo rate and prime rate?
The Repo Rate (short for the Repurchase Rate) is the rate at which banks in SA borrow money from our Reserve bank (this is SA’s central bank that is responsible for the money supply). The Prime Rate is the rate at which private banks will lend out to the consumer.
