Education is one of the most powerful investments you can make, but with rising tuition fees and living expenses — especially for overseas studies — financing can feel overwhelming. An education loan makes it possible to pursue your academic goals without placing undue stress on your family’s savings. With flexible repayment schedules, moratorium periods during your study, and customized loan options, education loans help you focus on learning today while planning repayment for tomorrow.
At Money Basket, we specialise in education loans. For over 10 years, we’ve guided students and families through the process of securing the right funding across multiple banks and NBFCs. We don’t just compare interest rates; we look at the complete cost of borrowing, including processing charges, forex markup, insurance, and repayment flexibility. Our team helps optimise your loan eligibility (CIBIL checks, guarantor/co-applicant structuring, collateral assessment), prepares your documentation, and coordinates with lenders so that sanctions arrive well in time for admission deadlines. From covering tuition, accommodation, and travel expenses to managing disbursement schedules and later balance transfers or top-ups, we provide end-to-end support.
The Choice Advantage
Pursuing higher education, whether in India or abroad, often comes with significant financial needs. Students and parents don’t just want a loan; they want flexible repayment, transparent terms, and guidance through a complex process. At Money Basket, we simplify it by connecting you to multiple banks and NBFCs, comparing loan structures, moratorium periods, and repayment plans. From documentation to sanctioning, we guide you at every step so your education dreams are fully funded, without financial roadblocks.
Clear Path Checked
Before applying for a education loan, it’s important to know whether you qualify. At Money Basket, we help you check your eligibility across multiple banks and NBFCs in one go — saving you the hassle of approaching each lender separately. Our team guides you through the criteria, explains how banks evaluate applications, and helps you strengthen your profile if needed. This way, you know exactly where you stand before starting the process.
Paperwork Simplified
Documentation is often the part students and parents find most overwhelming — especially when different banks and NBFCs ask for slightly different sets of papers. At Money Basket, we make this simple by guiding you step by step, ensuring nothing is missed that could delay approval. By preparing your documents in advance, you can enjoy faster sanctioning, smoother verification, and timely disbursement to the institution.
The Clear Path
Getting a education loan doesn’t need to be complicated. At Money Basket, we break down the process into simple, clear steps so you always know what comes next. From the moment you enquire to the day your loan is disbursed, our team guides you, coordinates with banks/NBFCs, and ensures your application moves forward without unnecessary delays. The result: a smoother, faster, and more transparent home loan journey.
| Name of Bank | Interest Rate (p.a.) | Processing Fees |
|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | 7.15% – 10.15% p.a. | Loans up to Rs.7.5 lakh – Nil |
| Central Bank of India | 7.00% – 10.00% p.a. | Nil for studies in India 1% of loan amount for studies abroad (Max: Rs.10,000) |
| Punjab National Bank | 4.00% – 11.85% p.a. | Nil for studies in India 1% of loan amount for studies abroad (Max: Rs.10,000) |
| Canara Bank | 7.60% – 10.35% p.a. | Minor processing fees or Nil |
| IDFC FIRST Bank | 9.50% onwards | Up to 1.5% of the loan amount |
| IDBI Bank | 4.00% – 11.50% p.a. |
Nil for studies in India 1% of the loan amount (Max: Rs.5,000) for studies abroad For management quota students: 1% of loan amount + service tax (min. Rs.1000 + tax) |
| Bank of Baroda | 7.10% – 10.70% p.a. |
Baroda Vidhya – Nil Baroda Gyan – Nil Baroda Scholar – 1% of loan amount (max Rs.10,000) |
| Bank of India | 7.10% – 12.35% p.a. | No processing fee for studies in India |
| ICICI Bank | 9.70% – 14.00% p.a. | Up to 2% of the loan amount |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 7.10% – 10.30% p.a. | Nil |
| Axis Bank | 3.50% – 13.00% p.a. | 2.00% of the loan + GST |
| HDFC Bank | 10.50% onwards | Up to Rs.7.5 lakh – Nil Above Rs.7.5 lakh – 1% |
| Kotak Mahindra Bank | Up to 16% p.a. | Nil |
| Federal Bank | 11.25% – 15% p.a. | Contact |