Fixed vs Variable Loan Calculator

Compare fixed-rate vs variable-rate loans side by side. See which saves more based on your expected rate trajectory.

Your Monthly EMI

โ‚น2,509

Principal

โ‚น3,00,000

Total Interest

โ‚น3,02,237

Total Payable

โ‚น6,02,237

Breakdown

Principal: โ‚น3,00,000 (50%)

Total Interest: โ‚น3,02,237 (50%)

Interest-to-Principal: 100.7%

๐Ÿ“Š Interactive EMI Breakdown

Principal vs Interest

Principal: โ‚น3.00 L
Interest: โ‚น3.02 L

Year-by-Year Payment Split

Loan Scenario Comparison

MetricYour plan+1% Interest (9.0%)+12 Months (252mo)
Monthly EMIโ‚น2,509โ‚น2,699 โ†‘ โ‚น190โ‚น2,461 โ†“ โ‚น48
Total Interestโ‚น3,02,237โ‚น3,47,803 โ†‘ โ‚น45,566โ‚น3,20,244 โ†‘ โ‚น18,007
Total Payableโ‚น6,02,237โ‚น6,47,803โ‚น6,20,244

Fixed vs Variable: The Key Decision

This is one of the most consequential decisions in personal finance. The right choice depends on rate outlook, your risk tolerance, and how long you'll hold the loan.

  • Choose Fixed when: Rates are historically low, you want predictability, or you plan to hold 10+ years
  • Choose Variable when: Rates are high and expected to fall, you plan to sell/refinance in 3-5 years, or you can handle payment fluctuations

Fixed vs Variable Loan Calculator FAQ

๐Ÿ“˜ Key Term

Fixed RateAn interest rate that remains constant throughout the loan tenure. Provides EMI certainty but is typically 1-2% higher than floating rates. Some banks offer hybrid options: fixed for the first 2-3 years, then floating.Read full definition โ†’