New RBI Loan Guidelines in 2025, Will It Impact Your Borrowing? 

Loan-to-Income (LTI) Ratio Cap

RBI caps personal loan EMIs at 50% of income to curb overborrowing.

Increased Risk-Based Capital Requirements

RBI raises risk weights on unsecured loans, prompting stricter approvals and higher costs for lenders.

Strict KYC and Income Verification

RBI tightens KYC norms; expect more checks, and documents, especially for gig and self-employed loan applicants.

Credit Bureau Reporting and Monitoring

RBI mandates real-time loan reporting; multiple applications can now affect your credit score.

Cooling-Off Timeframe Between Loan Applications

RBI sets 30-day wait after loan rejection to prevent stacking and encourage wiser borrowing.

Regulating Digital Lending Platforms

RBI mandates direct loan disbursals to borrower accounts, boosting transparency and curbing fraud in digital lending.

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