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Credila education loan
Credila (formerly HDFC Credila) is India’s dedicated education loan NBFC, known for pre-admission sanctions and loans for 59+ countries. Apply free through EasyShiksha and a UniCreds expert does the legwork.
UniCreds lending partner- From 9.95% p.a.*
- Up to ₹75 lakh without collateral*
- NBFC
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Credila education loan at a glance
Credila (formerly HDFC Credila) is India’s dedicated education loan NBFC, known for pre-admission sanctions and loans for 59+ countries.
- Lender type
- NBFC
- Interest rate*
- From 9.95% p.a. (secured); from 11.25% p.a. (collateral-free)
- Loan with collateral
- No upper limit
- Loan without collateral
- ₹75 lakh
- Processing fee
- 0.85% – 1% of the loan
- Margin money
- Nil
- Repayment tenure
- Up to 15 years
- Moratorium
- Principal repayment starts 6 months after the course
- Prepayment charges
- Nil
- Countries
- 59+ countries including USA, Canada, UK, Germany, Australia, Singapore and France
- Apply through
- EasyShiksha × UniCreds (free)
- Typical decision
- After document check by the lender
Highlights, eligibility and documents
Highlights
- Sanction even before your admit arrives
- Pre-visa disbursement in some countries
- Covers living costs, travel, books, equipment and exam fees
- Average processing in about 3 days; express approval in 7 working days
- Tax benefit on interest under Section 80E
Who can apply
- Indian citizen
- Graduate of a recognised university
- Indian co-applicant with stable income and good credit history
Documents
Student
- Passport, PAN and Aadhaar
- Address proof
- Admission or offer letter
- Mark sheets and transcripts
- Test scores (GRE, GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL)
Co-applicant
- PAN and Aadhaar
- Salary slips or ITRs (2 – 3 years)
- Bank statements (6 months)
- Business proof if self-employed
Other
- University cost-of-attendance statement
- Scholarship letters, if any
- Property or FD papers for secured loans
Form to funding in 5 steps
100% digital, with a real person helping you the whole way.
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Share your plans
Where, what and when you want to study, and how much you need.
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Chat with an expert
A UniCreds specialist calls and explains your options.
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Upload documents
All online from home. No branch visits.
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Get the best rate
Your expert negotiates with lenders for you.
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Get sanctioned
Sanction letter in as little as 48 hours*.
Credila vs other lenders
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| Lender | Type | Interest (p.a.)* | With collateral | Without collateral | Processing fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICICI Bank
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Private bank | From 10% | ₹2 crore | ₹1 crore | 0.5% – 1% + GST |
Axis Bank
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Private bank | From 9.5% | ₹3 crore | ₹75 lakh | 0.5% – 1% + GST |
IDFC FIRST Bank
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Private bank | From 9% | ₹2 crore | ₹75 lakh | 0.5% – 1% |
YES Bank
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Private bank | From 11% | ₹2 crore | ₹50 lakh | 0.5% – 1% |
Union Bank of India
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Public sector bank | From 9.30% | ₹75 lakh | ₹40 lakh (listed universities only) | ₹5,000, refundable |
Punjab National Bank
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Public sector bank | From 9.25% | ₹2 crore | ₹8 lakh | From 0.5% |
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Credila
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NBFC | From 9.95% | No upper limit | ₹75 lakh | 0.85% – 1% of the loan |
Avanse
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NBFC | From 10.75% | ₹2 crore | ₹1 crore | 0.5% – 1% + GST |
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Avanse Global
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NBFC | From 10% | Not offered | Based on your profile | From 3.99% |
InCred
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NBFC | From 11.4% | ₹2 crore | ₹75 lakh | From 1% |
Auxilo
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NBFC | From 11.25% | ₹2 crore | ₹80 lakh | From 0.5% |
Tata Capital
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NBFC | From 11% | ₹2 crore | ₹75 lakh | 0.5% – 1% |
Poonawalla Fincorp
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NBFC | From 10% | ₹3 crore | ₹1 crore | From 0.75% |
Edgro
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NBFC | From 11.5% | Not offered | ₹1 crore | From 1% |
FinZ
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NBFC | From 10.75% | Not offered | ₹75 lakh | 0.75% – 1.25% |
Prodigy Finance
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International lender | Variable | Not required | Based on your course and school | From 5% |
MPOWER Financing
|
International lender | From 12.99% | Not offered | Up to ₹95 lakh | Ask your loan expert |
*As published by UniCreds, Oct 2026. Final terms depend on your profile and the lender’s assessment.
Credila education loan FAQs
What is the Credila education loan interest rate?
From 9.95% p.a. (secured); from 11.25% p.a. (collateral-free)*. Your final rate depends on your profile, co-applicant, course and university.
How much can I borrow from Credila without collateral?
₹75 lakh*, depending on your profile. With collateral: No upper limit.
What is the moratorium on a Credila education loan?
Principal repayment starts 6 months after the course. Repayment tenure: up to 15 years.
What is the Credila processing fee?
0.85% – 1% of the loan*. Margin money: nil.
How do I apply for a Credila education loan through EasyShiksha?
Fill in the free form on this page. A UniCreds loan expert checks your eligibility with Credila and other lenders, helps with documents and negotiates the offer for you.
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*Interest rates, sanction times, savings, loan amounts, fees and other terms are indicative, as published by UniCreds, and depend on the lender and on the student’s and co-applicant’s profile, course and country. Education loans are provided by banks and NBFCs through UniCreds Private Limited. EasyShiksha (EdSpectra Global Private Limited) refers students to UniCreds and does not lend money or guarantee any loan. Lender names and logos belong to their owners. Cost figures are approximate.