How Much Home Loan Can I Get on My Salary? (₹30K to ₹1L Monthly)
Wondering how big a home loan you qualify for? Banks use a simple formula called FOIR (Fixed Obligations to Income Ratio). Here's how much loan you can get at each salary level, from ₹30K to ₹1L monthly income, plus tips to increase your eligibility.
The FOIR Formula: How Banks Decide Your Loan Eligibility
FOIR = (Total Monthly EMI + Other Fixed Obligations) ÷ Gross Monthly Income
Banks typically allow FOIR of 40-50%. Let's break it down:
- Gross Monthly Income: Your full salary before tax (including bonus prorated monthly)
- Total Monthly EMI: Home loan EMI you're applying for
- Fixed Obligations: Car loan, personal loan, credit card EMI, insurance premiums (anything due every month)
- FOIR Limit: 40-50% (varies by bank. HDFC = 50%, ICICI = 48%, SBI = 40-45%)
Example:
Your salary = ₹50K/month. Other EMIs = ₹8K (car loan ₹5K + personal loan ₹3K).
Max FOIR = 50%. So: (Home EMI + ₹8K) / ₹50K ≤ 50%
Home EMI ≤ (₹50K × 50%) - ₹8K = ₹25K - ₹8K = ₹17K
At 8% interest for 20 years, ₹17K EMI = ~₹32L loan eligibility.
Home Loan Eligibility by Monthly Salary
Assumptions:
- Interest rate: 8% p.a. (current market rate)
- Loan tenure: 20 years (standard)
- FOIR limit: 50% (average)
- No other fixed obligations (car loan, personal loan, etc.)
| Monthly Salary | Max Home EMI (50% FOIR) | Loan Eligibility (20yr, 8%) | With ₹10L Down Payment | Property Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₹30,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹28L | ₹38L | ₹38-45L |
| ₹40,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹37L | ₹47L | ₹47-55L |
| ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹46L | ₹56L | ₹56-70L |
| ₹60,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹55L | ₹65L | ₹65-85L |
| ₹75,000 | ₹37,500 | ₹69L | ₹79L | ₹79-1Cr |
| ₹100,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹92L | ₹1.02Cr | ₹1-1.25Cr |
Impact of EMI-to-Salary Ratio
Different banks have different FOIR limits. Here's how your loan eligibility changes:
| Monthly Salary | FOIR 40% (Conservative) | FOIR 45% | FOIR 50% (Aggressive) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹50,000 | Max EMI ₹20K → ₹37L loan | Max EMI ₹22.5K → ₹41L loan | Max EMI ₹25K → ₹46L loan |
| ₹75,000 | Max EMI ₹30K → ₹55L loan | Max EMI ₹33.75K → ₹62L loan | Max EMI ₹37.5K → ₹69L loan |
| ₹100,000 | Max EMI ₹40K → ₹73L loan | Max EMI ₹45K → ₹82L loan | Max EMI ₹50K → ₹92L loan |
Difference is huge! At ₹75K salary, 50% FOIR allows ₹14L extra loan vs 40% FOIR. That's ₹1.4L extra property purchase!
5 Ways to Increase Your Home Loan Eligibility
1. Pay Off Existing Loans
Every ₹1,000 of car/personal loan you clear frees up ₹1,000 EMI capacity. On 50% FOIR, clearing ₹5K car loan = ₹10K more home EMI eligibility = ₹18L more loan.
2. Add a Co-Applicant (Spouse)
If your spouse earns ₹40K, combined income = ₹90K. FOIR calculation improves. Many banks allow 50-60% of combined income for home EMI.
Example: You (₹50K) + Spouse (₹40K) = ₹90K combined. Max home EMI = ₹45K (50% of ₹90K). If you alone got ₹25K EMI = ₹46L loan, together you get ₹83L loan!
3. Increase Your Income
A promotion/salary hike has immediate impact. ₹10K raise = ₹5K extra EMI capacity (at 50% FOIR) = ₹9L extra loan. This is why getting a better job before buying a home matters.
4. Reduce Loan Tenure (Increase Interest Rate Discount)
Don't just look at ₹17K EMI for 20 years. Check ₹19K for 18 years or ₹21K for 15 years. Shorter tenure = higher EMI but bank may approve larger loan amount.
5. Improve Credit Score
CIBIL score 750+ = 0.25-0.5% lower interest rate from banks. At ₹50L loan, 0.25% lower = ₹10K/year interest saving. Banks also approve larger loans for 750+ scores. Pay all bills on time, reduce credit card usage, no defaults.
EMI Examples at Different Loan Amounts
₹50 Lakh Loan at 8% Interest, Various Tenures
| Loan Tenure | Monthly EMI | Salary Needed (at 50% FOIR) | With ₹10L Down Payment, Property Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 years | ₹47,900 | ₹95,800/month | ₹60L |
| 20 years | ₹41,900 | ₹83,800/month | ₹60L |
| 25 years | ₹38,700 | ₹77,400/month | ₹60L |
20-year tenure is the sweet spot — ₹41.9K EMI is manageable on ₹80K+ salary.
Tools to Calculate Your Eligibility
- EMI Calculator: Calculate exact EMI for any loan amount at current interest rates.
- Buy vs Rent Calculator: Should you buy now or wait & save more? This calculator decides based on rates & rental costs.
- Salary Calculator: Understand take-home after tax so you know your real EMI capacity.
FAQ
Can I get ₹1 crore loan on ₹80K salary?
At 50% FOIR, max EMI = ₹40K. For ₹1Cr at 8%, EMI = ₹73K. Shortfall = ₹33K. You'd need ₹160K+ salary OR a co-applicant OR reduce loan amount to ₹55L. Use EMI Calculator to find the exact loan-salary match.
What if I have other EMIs (car loan)?
FOIR includes all EMIs. On ₹50K salary with ₹5K car EMI: (Home EMI + ₹5K) / ₹50K ≤ 50%. Home EMI ≤ ₹20K (vs ₹25K if no car loan). You lose ₹9L loan eligibility. Pay off the car loan first if buying a home is priority.
Which bank has the best home loan rates in 2026?
HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, & Axis Bank offer 7.4-8.0% rates. SBI offers 8.0-8.2%. Small finance banks like IDFC First Bank offer 8.5%. Rates depend on your CIBIL score & negotiation. Always compare 2-3 banks. Processing fee varies 0.25-0.75% of loan amount.
Should I take a longer tenure (25 years) to reduce EMI?
Longer tenure = lower EMI but more total interest paid. ₹50L at 8% for 20 years = ₹41.9K EMI, ₹50L interest. For 25 years = ₹38.7K EMI, ₹66L interest (₹16L extra!). If you can afford 20 years, do it. Longer only if cash flow is tight.