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IDFC First Education Loan

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Interest Rate

Starting from 9.5%
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Processing Fees

0.5% to 1% + GST
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Margin Money

0-15%
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IDFC First Bank Education Loan for Abroad Studies

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All you need to know about IDFC First bank education loan for studying abroad

Anam Shams
Anam Shams

Study Abroad Expert

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Updated on:  05 Nov 2024 | 
Reviewed By:  Aman  
| 361 | 13  min read
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Overview

IDFC FIRST Bank offers you meticulously designed education loans for overseas studies to support you with every step. From assisting with your loan application to ensuring smooth disbursement, GyanDhan, and IDFC Bank partnership are committed to making the admission process hassle-free by providing expert guidance throughout your journey.

 

The loan application process is primarily online with hassle-free education financing fulfilled at your doorstep. However, in some cases, the applicant may need to visit the bank to submit documents and complete the final signing in person. IDFC Bank's abroad education loan stands out from other private banks because it focuses more on the applicant's academic performance rather than the co-applicant's credentials. Additionally, IDFC Bank has created a list of universities and colleges for countries like the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, Netherlands, France, and more. These institutions are divided into three categories, with over 30,000 courses across 4,000+ universities being eligible.

 

Platinum > Titanium > Gold

 

This classification depends on the college/course or GRE Score in the US and courses/college only in Canada and other countries. In some cases, this classification can be dependent on the applicant’s GRE score as well. Some general features of IDFC Bank abroad education loans are listed in the table below.

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Features of IDFC First Abroad Education Loan

Feature  Detail

Loan Amount

Secured - Up to ₹1.5 Cr.

Unsecured - Upto ₹62 Lakh

Maximum age of the applicant

30 years (no experience)

32 years (with experience)

Interest rate type

Floating

Interest rate

Starting from 10.75% (depending on category and country)

Loan Tenure

Upto 15 years 

Moratorium period 

Course + 12 months

Payment during the moratorium period

All options available: simple interest, partial simple interest, EMI, no payment (depends on profile) 

Processing time 

10 - 12 days (after document submission)

Insurance 

Credit life insurance 

Tax Benefit

Yes

Prepayment penalty

No penalty

Margin Money

Nil (may vary depending on your profile)

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Eligibility Criteria for IDFC FIRST Bank Abroad Education Loan

These are some basic eligibility criteria that you must fulfill to get an abroad education loan from IDFC Bank. These are some general criteria that are applicable to all the loan offered by IDFC FIRST Bank.

  • list items The applicant and co-applicant must be Indian citizens (including NRI).
  • list items The minimum age of the applicant must be 18 years.
  • list items Admitted to the desired institution after completion of the pre-requisite qualifications.
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    In case you have not secured admission, you can opt for a pre-admission sanction.

Note: If the admission is not secured, a conditional sanction letter can be given based on the type of course, country or the institute student has applied for.

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IDFC FIRST Bank Education Loan for MS in U.S

This is the IDFC Bank loan that is specific to the US masters course in STEM and MBA programs. The categories of university/college are based on the GRE score as shown below:

  • list items If GRE is more than or equal to 315 - Platinum category
  • list items If GRE is between 300 to 314 then - Titanium category
  • list items If GRE is less than 315 - Gold category

Note: Whichever category is highest as per GRE or university/college list will be considered for the loan process. For exp - if as per your GRE scores your category is Titanium but as per the university/college list your category comes out to be Platinum then your loan will be processed as per the Platinum category.

Other Features of IDFC Bank Education Loan for MS in US

Feature  Details

Maximum loan amount

Platinum - 62 Lakhs INR

Titanium - 49 Lakhs INR

Gold - 31 Lakhs INR

Bronze - 25 Lakhs INR

Rate of interest

Platinum - 11.50%

Titanium - 11.75%

Gold - 12.25%

Bronze - More than 12.25%

Processing fees

Platinum - 1% + GST

Titanium - 1% + GST

Gold - 1.25% + GST

Bronze - 1.50% + GST

Repayment option during the moratorium

Platinum - PSI, SI, EMI

Titanium - PSI, SI, EMI

Gold - EMI, SI

Bronze - EMI

Eligibility for a full moratorium (no payment during the course and grace period)

Platinum - Yes

Titanium - Yes

Gold - No

Bronze - No

Eligibility for non-financial co-applicant

Platinum - Yes 

Titanium - Yes

Gold - No

Bronze - No

Financial co-applicant income

Minimum 35,000 INR (without obligations)

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IDFC FIRST Bank Education Loan for MS/PGDM in Canada

This education loan by IDFC FIRST Bank is for those international students that want to pursue their higher education in Canada by doing a Master's or PGDM degree in STEM or management subjects. Like in the US, this too has similar three categories that are Platinum, Titanium, and Gold.

Other Features of IDFC FIRST Bank Education Loan for MS/PGDM in Canada

Feature  Details

Maximum loan amount

Platinum - 41 Lakhs INR

Titanium - 35 Lakhs INR

Gold - 29 Lakhs INR

Bronze - 23 Lakhs INR

Rate of interest

Platinum - 11.75%

Titanium - 12.25%

Gold - 13.25%

Bronze - More than 13.25%

Processing fees

Platinum - 1% + GST

Titanium - 1% + GST

Gold - 1.25% + GST

Bronze - 1.50% + GST

Repayment option during the moratorium

Platinum - PSI, SI, EMI

Titanium - PSI, SI, EMI

Gold - EMI, SI

Bronze - EMI

Eligibility for a full moratorium (no payment during the course and grace period)

Platinum - Yes

Titanium - No

Gold - No

Bronze - No

Eligibility for non-financial co-applicant

Platinum - Yes 

Titanium - No

Gold - No

Bronze - No

Other eligibility criteria

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    Minimum IELTS score - 6.5
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    Maximum backlogs - 5
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    Except for the Platinum category, a financial co-applicant is required. 
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    Minimum income of co-applicant should be 35,000 INR per month (without obligations) 

 

Note: PSI can be given to the borrower in case the profile is very good i.e. academic performance, target university, co-applicant income, IELTS score, and more.

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IDFC FIRST Bank Education Loan for MS/PGDM in Other Countries

This is the loan offered by IDFC FIRST Bank for other countries apart from the two that have been separately mentioned. The countries that are covered under this include UK, Ireland, Germany, Australia, Sweden, Netherlands, France, and New Zealand. 

Feature  Details

Maximum loan amount

Platinum - 41 Lakhs INR

Titanium - 35 Lakhs INR

Gold - 29 Lakhs INR

Bronze - 23 Lakhs INR

Rate of interest

Platinum - 11.75%

Titanium - 12.25%

Gold - 13.25%

Bronze - More than 13.25%

Processing fees

Platinum - 1% + GST

Titanium - 1% + GST

Gold - 1.25% + GST

Bronze - 1.50% + GST

Repayment option during the moratorium

Platinum - PSI, SI, EMI

Titanium - PSI, SI, EMI

Gold - EMI, SI

Bronze - EMI

Eligibility for a full moratorium (no payment during the course and grace period)

Platinum - Yes

Titanium - No

Gold - No

Bronze - No

Eligibility for non-financial co-applicant

Platinum - Yes 

Titanium - No

Gold - No

Bronze - No

Other eligibility criteria

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    Except for the Platinum category, a financial co-applicant is required. 
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    Minimum income of co-applicant should be 35,000 INR per month (without obligations) 
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Documents Required for Abroad Education Loan from IDFC FIRST Bank

The basic documentation that would be required for your loan application are -

 

Documents required from applicants:

 

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    Photo ID proof
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    Proof of residence
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    Passport sized photograph
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    Proof of admission
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    Fee structure document
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    Salary slips (if experienced)
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    Academic documents
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Documents required from Co-applicant

 

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    Photo ID proof
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    Proof of residence
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    Passport sized photograph
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    Income-related documents (wherever required)
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Benefits of Getting IDFC First Education Loan Through GyanDhan 

Availing an education loan to study abroad can be made easier and more convenient with GyanDhan's assistance in partnering with IDFC FIRST Bank. With GyanDhan, you gain access to a range of benefits that can enhance your loan experience. 

Increased chances of approval

GyanDhan helps you understand the loan process and eligibility criteria, increasing your chances of approval with up to 100% financing. They forward your application to IDFC Bank only after ensuring eligibility, further improving the likelihood of approval.

Customized document checklist

GyanDhan offers personalized document checklists based on your profile, including all necessary documents and alternative options, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of requirements for your loan application to private banks.

Process transparency

GyanDhan takes complete ownership of getting your loan sanctioned after document submission, following up with the bank to ensure a quick application process.

Free of cost assistance

GyanDhan provides an ELC (Education Loan Counselor) at no extra charge to assist you throughout the loan process after verifying your eligibility.

Guaranteed best loan

GyanDhan is committed to providing you with the most competitive education loan available. Our goal is to ensure that you receive the best possible offer. If you come across a better deal, we will compensate for the difference in interest rates throughout the entire duration of your education loan.

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How to Apply IDFC FIRST Bank Education Loan via GyanDhan?

Check eligibility

Begin by visiting the GyanDhan website or using the loan eligibility form to determine if you meet the criteria for an IDFC FIRST Bank abroad education loan. This may include factors such as academic qualifications, admission to a recognized institution abroad, and creditworthiness.

Loan application processing

An ELC (Education Loan Counselor) from GyanDhan will explain the loan process and provide a personalized document checklist based on your profile. Once you submit your application, IDFC FIRST Bank will process your loan application with the required documents.

Documentation submission & verification

Collect and submit all required documents from the checklist, including academic and income records. Ensure documents are accurate and meet the bank's requirements. IDFC FIRST Bank will verify your application, involving credit checks, admission details, financials, and other relevant information.

Loan approval & disbursal

Once everything is done from the bank’s end you will get a loan approval notification with the approved amount on which you can sign your agreement if satisfied to finalize the process and get the required amount disbursed.

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GyanDhan's Impact Stories

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Empowering students to overcome education loan obstacles

Securing a No-Co-Applicant Loan with Professional Experience

In a remarkable achievement, a student with a robust five-year tenure at Amazon successfully secured an education loan without the need for a financial co-applicant. Recognizing her eligibility and strong professional background, IDFC Bank played a pivotal role in facilitating a seamless loan process. The student, aspiring for a 50-lakh loan with a competitive 10.25% interest rate, collaborated with IDFC Bank by submitting a Fixed Deposit of 5 lakhs as collateral. This success story highlights the bank's commitment to empowering education aspirations, acknowledging the significance of professional experience as a valuable asset in the loan approval process.

Crafting a Collateral-Free Path to Academic Excellence

A determined student, passionate about pursuing a master's degree in Environmental Engineering at the University of British Columbia, faced a significant roadblock when traditional lenders hesitated due to the lack of collateral. Undeterred, the student sought assistance from GyanDhan to navigate these financial challenges. Through strategic collaboration with IDFC First Bank, GyanDhan orchestrated a tailored solution, securing a 30-lakh education loan at a competitive interest rate of 10.5%.

IDFC First Bank's Unique Solution

A tenacious student, determined to pursue her dream education, encountered a unique challenge – securing a substantial loan without the need for a financial co-applicant. Armed with an impressive five-year work history, she turned to IDFC First Bank for a tailored solution. Recognizing the value of her professional journey, IDFC First Bank facilitated the acquisition of a 60 lakh for UK collateral-free education loan at a competitive interest rate of 11.5%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which is given priority in choosing a category while taking an education loan from IDFC for MS in US; GRE or university/college?

Whichever will give you a higher category will be chosen as your final category. For example, in relation to your GRE score, you get the platinum category and in respect to your university/college you get the titanium category, therefore the final category with which your loan will proceed is platinum.

What are the different expenses which are covered by an IDFC education loan?

The expenses which will be covered are - Tuition fees, Examination/ library/ laboratory fees, Purchase of books/ equipment/ uniforms, Living expenses (including Hostel fees), Travel expenses, Health insurance

Will I get any income tax benefits while taking an education loan from IDFC?

Yes, you will be eligible to get income tax benefits under section 80E in case you take an education loan from IDFC FIRST Bank.

Do I require a co-applicant for my student loan at IDFC FIRST Bank?

Yes, a co-applicant is necessary to apply for student loans at IDFC FIRST Bank.

Is there any prepayment penalty for IDFC FIRST Bank education loan?

No, there is no pre-payment penalty for getting your loan closed with IDFC FIRST Bank.

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