Education Loan Prepayment Calculator
Simulate extra monthly contributions, annual graduation bonus windfalls, and partial prepayments to calculate your accelerated debt-free date.
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Loan & Prepayment Setup
⚡ The Compounding Payoff Impact:
Because 100% of your extra payment bypasses interest and attacks principal directly, your loan balance drops permanently, eliminating compounding interest every single future month!
Amortization Schedule
Interactive breakdown of balance, interest, and prepayment impact
| Period | EMI Paid | Principal Paid | Extra Prepayment | Interest Paid | Total Payment | Remaining Balance |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prepay my education loan without penalty?
Yes, absolutely 100% penalty-free! Under Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulations and US federal student loan laws, lenders cannot charge any prepayment penalties or foreclosure fees on floating-rate individual student loans. You can make extra payments of any amount at any time.
Should I reduce loan tenure or reduce monthly EMI when prepaying?
Choosing to Reduce Tenure (Keep EMI same) yields the highest mathematical savings because it stops compounding interest years earlier. Choosing to Reduce EMI provides immediate monthly cash-flow relief while still reducing total interest.
How much time can an extra $100 / ₹5,000 monthly payment save on a student loan?
On a $40,000 / ₹30 Lakh 10-year education loan at 9.5%, paying an extra $100 / ₹5,000 per month will pay off the entire debt roughly 3 to 4 years earlier and save over $8,000 / ₹6 Lakh in interest.
How do I ensure my extra payment goes toward principal?
Always check your lender's online portal or include a note specifying 'Apply directly to Principal Curtailment'. Otherwise, some servicers may hold the extra cash as an advance payment for next month's EMI.