Personal loan documents download guide: SOA, RPS & agreement copy

Your personal loan account includes various documents that highlight important details to keep you informed about your loan terms and repayment cycle. They help maintain transparency and provide direction to your repayments. 

Lenders help you access them easily through their portals or banking apps. They are part of your personal loan account, and each document provides valuable information about different aspects of the loan. Read ahead to understand what to expect and how to access important personal loan documents with ease.

Standard list of personal loan documents
 

Once your personal loan application is approved, you can expect the following documents at different stages that provide varied details about your personal loan:

• Welcome letter

This document is sent after disbursal. It confirms that your personal loan account is active and restates the basic details like your loan amount, tenure, EMI start date, etc.

• Statement of Account (SOA)

The SOA gives a complete record of your personal loan at any point in time. It shows the disbursed amount, EMIs paid, interest charges, part-payments, and the outstanding balance.

• Repayment Schedule (RPS)

This document outlines your EMI-wise breakup across the entire tenure. It shows how much EMI is split between principal and interest portions to help you plan your cash flows better.

• Personal loan sanction letter

Also referred to as a bank personal loan sanction letter, you receive this document as a confirmation of the loan approval, and it lists important terms such as your personal loan amount, interest rate, tenure, and other conditions you agreed to before disbursal.

• Personal loan agreement/personal loan contract

This is a legally binding contract that reiterates all the agreed terms, clauses, charges, and other responsibilities of you and the lender.

• No dues certificate

You get this certificate after the full repayment of the personal loan. It confirms that the loan is closed and no outstanding amount remains due.

How to download personal loan documents on the FIRSTmoney app 
 

You can easily access your personal loan documents for FIRSTmoney personal loan once through the IDFC FIRST Bank app. The simple steps are outlined as follows:

1. Log in to the IDFC FIRST Bank mobile banking app.
2. Tap on the “Loan” icon to access the list of active loans.
3. Select the FIRSTmoney card.
4. Tap on the Documents tab to check or download your personal loan documents.

What is a personal loan agreement copy? 
 

The personal loan agreement is a document that puts everything related to your loan in writing. It is a legally binding personal loan contract that records the terms you accepted, which include the loan amount, interest rate, tenure, EMI schedule, applicable charges, etc.

Lenders lay out each and every detail of your personal loan in this document under different clauses. The personal loan agreement essentially formalises your relationship with the lender. Going through it thoroughly to understand what you’re signing up for is crucial to avoid surprises later.

When do you need each personal loan document? 
 

Each personal loan document has its own significance. Here’s how you can ascertain their relevance based on your different needs at different stages of the personal loan:

• When reviewing personal loan terms

If you want to double-check your interest rates, tenure, charges, or other repayment conditions, the SOA gives you a quick snapshot.

• While tracking repayments

These documents are useful in checking EMI history, outstanding balance, and repayment progress over time.

• Before making a prepayment

The personal loan agreement comes in handy if you want to revisit clauses around charges and rules before initiating a prepayment.

• During tax planning

You may need the interest certificate and no dues certificate once the personal loan is fully closed for efficient tax filing. Please note that tax benefits are applicable depending on the purpose of the loan. 

• When applying for another personal loan

Lenders may ask for existing personal loan details, which are accessed through your sanction letter, SOA, and other such documents.

• At the time of closing the personal loan

You will need your SOA and sanction letter to confirm the personal loan details to close the loan properly.

Final words 
 

Personal loan documents are more than just formal records. They help you get an overview of essential personal loan details to make informed decisions at every step. You can digitally access the statements and letters you need regarding your FIRSTmoney personal loan through the IDFC FIRST Bank app. Some statements, like SOA, are also periodically released without you having to download them. Refer to these documents to gain clarity on where you stand with the personal loan terms and repayment.