EMI (Equated Monthly Installment) is the fixed monthly payment made by a borrower to repay a loan. Each installment includes both a principal and an interest component, structured so the loan is fully repaid by the end of its tenure.

FAQs

How is EMI calculated?

EMI depends on three factors — the loan amount, the interest rate, and the tenure — combined using a standard amortization formula.

Can I reduce my EMI?

Yes. Increasing the loan tenure lowers the EMI (though it increases total interest paid), and negotiating a lower interest rate reduces it directly.

Which loan type usually has the lowest EMI?

Home loans typically have lower EMIs relative to the amount borrowed, since they come with longer repayment tenures than car, personal, or bike loans.