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SBI Student Loan Scheme for Higher Education

Education loan from SBI for Indian students pursuing higher studies in India and abroad.

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Indian student discussing SBI student education loan at bank desk
Indian student discussing SBI student education loan at bank desk

Important Financials

Maximum Loan Amount
Up to ₹50,00,000 for studies in India (case-to-case basis) and up to ₹7,50,000 for studies abroad under SBI Student Loan Scheme; higher amounts for studies abroad are covered under SBI Global Ed-Vantage Scheme.
Interest Rate
Interest rate depends on borrower profile and SBI's prevailing education loan rates; typical ranges are around 8–10% p.a., but exact rate is not clearly specified on the official product page.
Interest Type
Reducing Balance
Processing Fees
Nil for loans up to ₹20 lakh; ₹10,000 + GST for loans above ₹20 lakh, as per SBI education loan policy.
Estimated Approval Time
Varies by profile; not clearly specified by official sources, but typically processed within a few days to a few weeks depending on documentation and sanction conditions.

Application Procedure

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How to Apply: Step by Step Process

Steps
1. Check eligibility and course coverage under the SBI Student Loan Scheme on SBI's official website.
2. Collect admission letter, fee structure, academic records and KYC documents for the student and co-borrower.
3. Apply online through SBI's education loan portal / YONO or visit the nearest SBI branch and fill the student loan application form.
4. Submit required documents and, where applicable, collateral details; SBI assesses credit profile, course and repayment capacity.
5. On approval, sign sanction documents, execute the loan agreement and complete any security formalities.
6. Loan is disbursed directly to the educational institution and, where permitted, partly to the student's or co-borrower's account as per the fee schedule.

Requirement

Eligible Applicant Type
Individual
Documents Required
Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Bank Statement, ITR / Financial Statements

Additional Important Information

Scheme Type
Personal Loan
Repayment Options
Standard EMI-Based Repayment
Repayment Tenure
Up to 15 years after completion of course period plus 12 months of repayment holiday / moratorium.

Other Document Required (If any)

Other Documents
Proof of admission (offer letter / admission letter). Fee structure / schedule from the educational institution. Academic records (mark sheets, certificates). KYC of co-borrower (ID and address proof). Collateral property documents if offering tangible security for higher loan amounts.
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About The Provider

Provider Name
State Bank of India (SBI)
Provider Type
Bank
Official Website URL
Provider Contact Email

Requirement Checklists

CIBIL Requirement
Exact minimum CIBIL score is not clearly specified by official sources; sanction depends on overall creditworthiness of the student and co-borrower as per SBI norms.
Turnover Requirement
Not applicable for this scheme.
Minimum Business Age
Not applicable; this is an individual student education loan, not a business loan.
Geographic Restrictions
Available across India through SBI branches and online application, subject to the bank's internal policies.
Collateral Required?
Depends on case
Description of Collateral
No tangible collateral required up to ₹7.5 lakh, with parent or guardian joining as co-borrower; above ₹7.5 lakh, tangible collateral security plus parent or guardian as co-borrower is required, in line with IBA/RBI model education loan norms and SBI policy.

Other Eligibility Conditions

Conditions
Applicant must be an Indian national. Secured admission to a recognised higher education course in India or abroad through entrance test or merit-based selection. Parent(s) or guardian must join as co-borrower. Courses must fall under eligible categories (graduation, post-graduation, professional, technical, diploma, etc.) as defined in SBI policy.
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About The Scheme In Details

SBI Student Loan Scheme – Finance Your Higher Studies

The SBI Student Loan Scheme is a term loan that helps Indian students fund higher education in India and abroad once they secure admission to an eligible course.

What this loan covers:

– Tuition fees, exam and library fees
– Hostel and living expenses
– Books, equipment, uniforms, travel and other education-related costs, as per SBI norms

Key Highlights:

Loan Amount:
– Up to Rs.50 lakh for studies in India (case-to-case basis)
– Up to Rs.7.5 lakh for studies abroad (higher amounts considered under SBI Global Ed-Vantage Scheme)

Tenure & Moratorium:

– Repayment period up to 15 years after course period plus 12 months repayment holiday

Margin:

– Nil margin up to Rs.4 lakh
– 5% for studies in India and 15% for studies abroad above Rs.4 lakh (up to Rs.7.5 lakh)

Security / Collateral:

– No security up to Rs.7.5 lakh (parent/guardian as co-borrower)
– Tangible collateral plus parent/guardian co-borrower for loans above Rs.7.5 lakh

Why Choose SBI Student Loan Scheme?

– Flexible repayment up to 15 years
– Nil processing fee for loans up to Rs.20 lakh; Rs.10,000 + GST for loans above Rs.20 lakh
– Interest concessions for girl students and for servicing interest during moratorium, as per current SBI rules

Key Benefits & Offers

Offers
No collateral required up to ₹7.5 lakh with parent or guardian as co-borrower, easing access for middle-class families. Long repayment tenure up to 15 years after course completion plus moratorium, reducing EMI burden. Concessions in interest rate for girl students and for prompt servicing of interest during moratorium, as per SBI policy. Coverage of a wide range of recognised courses in India and abroad, including professional and technical programs.

Testimonials / Success Stories

Testimonials
Not clearly specified by official sources for this specific scheme.
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Disclaimer
Loan features, eligibility, interest rates, margins and fees under the SBI Student Loan Scheme are subject to change as per State Bank of India's latest policies and RBI guidelines. Applicants should always verify current terms, interest rate slabs and documentation requirements with the official SBI website or nearest branch before applying.

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