Loans for study in India & abroad

Fund your education.
Build your future.

Explore flexible education loan options for undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and overseas study — compare offers, check your eligibility, and apply online.

*Illustrative starting rate. Actual rate depends on lender, course and profile.

Plan ahead

See your EMI before you apply

Move the sliders or type in exact figures to get an instant, illustrative estimate of your monthly instalment, total interest and total repayment.

This calculator gives an estimate only. Your actual EMI depends on the lender, processing charges and final approved rate.

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Why VidyaCred

Built around how students actually borrow

Competitive interest rates

Compare illustrative rates from multiple partner lenders side by side.

Flexible repayment

Moratorium during your course, then tenures of up to 15 years.

Quick application

Apply online in about 15 minutes, no branch visit required to start.

Minimal documentation

A short, clearly explained checklist -- nothing you can't find at home.

India & abroad

From domestic colleges to universities across six popular study destinations.

Secure & transparent

Clear terms upfront. We never ask for passwords, OTPs or PINs.

Loan products

A loan for every stage of study

Undergraduate Education Loan

For bachelor's degrees at recognised colleges in India.

Postgraduate Education Loan

Master's and doctoral programmes across disciplines.

Study Abroad Loan

Covers tuition, living costs and travel for overseas study.

Professional Course Loan

CA, CFA, medicine, law and other licensed professional courses.

Vocational & Skill Development Loan

Short-term certifications and skilling programmes.

Not sure which fits you?

Answer a few questions and get a personalised estimate.

Process

How it works

Step 1

Check eligibility

Share basic details about your course and co-applicant to get an estimate.

Step 2

Submit application

Fill out the online form with your personal, academic and course details.

Step 3

Upload documents

Add your admission, academic and income documents securely.

Step 4

Approval & disbursement

Our team reviews your file and disburses funds to your institution.

Paperwork, simplified

Documents you'll need

Most applicants already have these on hand. Exact requirements vary slightly by lender and course.

Study abroad

Popular destinations for Indian students

USA

UK

Canada

Australia

Germany

Ireland

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Example loan options

The figures below are illustrative examples built from typical lender ranges — they are not guaranteed offers. Your actual rate and terms depend on the lender, your course and your co-applicant’s profile.

Loan typeInterest rate*Max loan amount*Repayment periodProcessing fee*Collateral
Domestic UG / PG loan9.50% – 11.50%Up to Rs. 20 lakhUp to 15 years0.5% (max Rs. 10,000)Above Rs. 7.5 lakh
Study abroad loan10.50% – 13.00%Up to Rs. 1.5 croreUp to 15 yearsUp to 1% (max Rs. 25,000)Above Rs. 40 lakh
Professional course loan11.00% – 13.50%Up to Rs. 30 lakhUp to 10 yearsUp to 1%Case-by-case
Vocational & skill loan12.00% – 15.00%Up to Rs. 7.5 lakhUp to 7 yearsUp to 1%Not usually required

*Illustrative examples for comparison purposes only, not a guaranteed offer or rate quote.

Student stories

What our applicants say

The eligibility checker gave me a realistic number before I even applied, which made planning so much easier.
Ananya Rao
MS, University of Manchester
Documentation was minimal and the status updates kept my parents just as informed as me.
Karthik Venkatesh
B.Tech, VIT Vellore
I compared four loan types side by side in ten minutes. That table alone was worth it.
Sneha Pillai
MBA, University of Toronto
Applied for a professional course loan without any collateral -- the process was clear from day one.
Rohan Mehta
CA Final, ICAI

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

An education loan is money borrowed from a bank or NBFC to pay for tuition, living costs and related expenses for a course of study, repaid over time with interest.
Indian students admitted to a recognised course, along with a co-applicant such as a parent or guardian who can demonstrate steady income, can typically apply.
Yes. Study abroad loans cover tuition, living expenses and travel for popular destinations including the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany and Ireland.
It depends on the loan amount and lender. Smaller domestic loans are often unsecured, while larger loans — commonly above Rs. 7.5 lakh in India or Rs. 40 lakh for study abroad — usually require collateral such as property or a fixed deposit.

Your dream education starts here.

Get a clear, illustrative estimate in minutes, then apply online whenever you’re ready.

VidyaCred

Helping Indian students and parents compare and apply for education loans, for study in India and abroad.

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