Published on May 20, 2022Updated on Aug 19, 2024
Availing a loan against securities gives you, the borrower, the advantage to use your existing financial assets to avail a loan. You can pledge shares, mutual funds, bonds, etc to get a line of credit. There are many factors that need to be taken under consideration which can impact the decision to avail a loan like market conditions, investment goals and risk appetite.
It is important to select the right investments for security by keeping it as a healthy mix of investments from your portfolio. When an urgent requirement for money comes up unexpectedly, instead of liquidating your investments, you can take the better option to avail a loan against your securities. This is the simplest, most convenient, and immediate way to get finances and the loan amount can go from INR 5 lakhs up to INR 5 crores at attractive rates of interest. The below table mentions the charges and fees for loan against securities:
Charges |
Amount |
Processing fee |
3% of loan amount |
Delayed EMI payment |
24% per annum on outstanding which is calculated on day to day basis |
Liquidation charges |
0.25% of value of securities liquidated |
Pledge creation |
Rs. 50 per security |
Stamp Duty |
At applicable rates |
Annual Maintenance |
Rs. 1000 per crore of sanctioned amount |
Payment charger |
Nil for overdraft facility |
By availing a loan against securities, you do not miss out on market gains and your assets may continue to grow. You can simply apply for the facility online to save time.
Follow the steps given below:
While applying for this facility, you will need to submit some documentation. Here is a basic list. Please note that additional documents may be requested depending on whether the applicant is an individual / entity, and our policy at the time of loan application.
Some salient features of availing a loan against securities are mentioned below:
Loans against securities are secured loans and have a higher possible chance of getting sanctioned. It is one of the most attractive loan availing facilities in the country. It is important to do your research and choose a reputed, trusted lender who offers excellent service and whose required eligibility criteria match your profile. It is important to have clarity on your financial goals and do a detailed study on features and benefits that availing a loan against securities brings you as it needs to compliment your investment goals.
* Please note that this article is for your knowledge only. Loans are disbursed at the sole discretion of SMFG India Credit. Final approval, loan terms, disbursal process, foreclosure charges and foreclosure process will be subject to SMFG India Credit's policy at the time of loan application. If you wish to know more about our products and services, please contact us
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