South Indian Bank Personal Loan

South Indian Bank offers personal loans that have attractive interest rates and a concession on interest for women borrowers. You can borrow this loan to meet your personal or business needs.

  1. Loan amount of up to Rs.20 lakh
  2. Repayment tenure of up to 60 months
  3. No security or collateral needed
  4. Co-application facility available
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South Indian Bank Personal Loan Overview

Loan Name 

Interest Rate

Loan Amount

Processing Fees

SIB Personal Loan 

10.50% p.a. onwards

Up to Rs.20 lakh

1% of the loan amount for salaried applicants 

2% of the loan amount for self-employed applicants 

Note: The above-listed rate of interest are as on 8 August 2025 and are subject to change at the discretion of the bank.   

Why choose South Indian Bank to avail Personal Loan?

  1. Loan can be used for both personal and business purposes with attractive South Indian Bank Personal Loan Interest Rates
  1. Financing can be directed towards debt consolidation, travel, medical emergencies, education, capex margin, working capital, quasi-capital, and more.
  1. Loan available for salaried, self-employed individuals and professionals, and business persons.
  1. Concession of 0.1% on eligible rates for women borrowers.

Documents Required for South Indian Bank Personal Loan

Considering that this loan is available to people from different employment backgrounds, the documentation requirements also differ slightly. 

For salaried applicant

  1. Bank statements for 12 months showing salary credit or bank statement where loans are repaid 
  2. Passport-size photograph 
  3. Address proof 
  4. Identity proof  
  5. Salary slip or salary certificate 
  6. Income proof (IT returns or Form 16 for the last 2 years) 

For business person or professional

  1. Passport-size photograph 
  2. SB account statement or current account for 12 months 
  3. Identity proof 
  4. Address proof 
  5. Financials 
  6. ITR or AFS for the last 2 years 
  7. MOA and partnership deed 

For NRI

  1. Passport-size photograph 
  2. Address proof 
  3. Identity proof 
  4. NRE account of 12 months or spouse's resident account reflecting remittances over the last 12 months 
  5. Valid passport and visa 
  6. Salary slip or salary certificate 
  7. Remittance details 

Eligibility Criteria for South Indian Bank Personal Loan

Age requirement 

Minimum - 21 years  Maximum - 65 years 

Employment status 

Salaried

Self-employed non-professionals

Self-employed professionals

Besides this, South Indian Bank also has other criteria you need to fulfil: 

  1. Employment for a minimum of 2 years, with at least 1 year in your current organisation. 
  2. Minimum credit score of 740 and above.
  3. The co-applicant needs to have a monthly gross income of at least Rs.25,000, which has to be supported by Form 16/16A, ITR, or bank statements.

For NRI applicant, the below criteria apply:

  1. You need to have stayed for at least a year in your current residence, if it is rented. 
  2. You don't need a stability requirement if you own a house. 
  3. You need either an earning or non-earning local co-applicant. 
  4. You need minimum 3 years of business vintage. 

FAQs on South Indian Bank Personal Loan

  • How many types of personal loans are offered by South Indian Bank?

    There are loans available under two categories-Group and Individual. Based on your requirements and the eligibility, you can apply for a loan under either of these categories.

  • What is the minimum loan amount offered for this personal loan?

    The minimum loan amount you can borrow with this personal loan is Rs.1 lakh. The maximum offered is Rs.25 lakh.

  • Can I apply for the South Indian Bank Personal Loan online?

    Yes. You can apply for this personal loan via BankBazaar. You will first have to check your eligibility and if you meet the requirements, you can apply for the loan.

    Alternatively, you can download the application form from South Indian Bank's official website and submit it at the branch, with the necessary documents.

  • Do I need to pay a penalty for pre-paying the loan?

    Yes, you will have to pay a penalty for pre-paying a loan. The penalty charged is 5% if the loan is pre-closed after six months of borrowing a loan, and the penalty charged is 6% if the loan is pre-closed before six months of borrowing a loan.

  • Can I apply for the loan if my credit score is less than 650?

    No. One of the eligibility requirements for the loan is for the applicant to have a minimum credit score of 740. You may not get the loan approved with a score lower than the requirement set by South Indian Bank.

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