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A credit score of 680 is generally considered good, but there’s room to improve. A higher score can give you access to better financial products, lower interest rates, and more favourable loan terms. Maintaining or boosting your score is also important to avoid slipping into the “Fair” range (600–649), where credit options become limited and more expensive.
You can also check whether you already have a pre-approved personal loan offer. The process is fully online, with no branch visit required: Check your pre-approved loan offer with phone number and OTP → Apply online in 5 minutes → Get funds in 24 hours*.. Even a score of 680 can work in your favour if you act wisely.
How to improve your 680 credit score?
One effective way to improve your score is by taking out a credit-builder loan. By making regular payments, you show lenders that you can manage debt responsibly. Some loans allow you to pay interest first, making monthly payments easier while keeping your assets like gold or savings invested rather than idle. This contributes positively to your credit report over time.
Another key step is to pay all your bills on time. Timely payments are one of the most important factors in calculating your credit score. Missing even a single payment can negatively affect your score, so setting reminders or using automatic payments can help.
It’s also important to monitor your credit utilisation ratio—the percentage of your available credit that you are using. Since credit utilisation accounts for roughly 30% of your credit score, keeping it below 30% of your total limit can gradually improve your score.
Tips to get a higher credit score than 680
If you want to move your score above 680, here are some practical tips:
- Pay bills promptly: Ensure all EMIs, utility bills, and credit card payments are made by the due date. This shows lenders you are financially disciplined.
- Manage credit utilisation: Use less than 30% of your available credit to show you are not overly dependent on borrowed funds.
- Monitor your credit report: Check your report regularly to spot errors or areas for improvement. Correcting mistakes can give your score a boost.
- Diversify your credit: A healthy mix of loans and credit cards demonstrates that you can manage different types of debt responsibly.
Disadvantages of a low credit score
A low credit score can lead to several challenges:
- Limited loan access: Lenders may decline your loan applications or offer less favourable terms.
- Higher interest rates: Borrowers with low scores often pay more interest, increasing the cost of borrowing.
- Difficulty obtaining credit: Some lenders may require co-signers or security deposits to reduce risk.
- Larger security deposits: Utility providers or landlords may ask for higher deposits due to perceived risk.
By actively managing your credit, making timely payments, keeping utilisation low, and reviewing your credit report regularly, you can steadily improve your score. Even small improvements can make a significant difference when applying for loans, credit cards, or other financial services.
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Personal loan interest rate and applicable charges
Type of fee |
Applicable charges |
Rate of interest per annum |
10% to 30% p.a. |
Processing fees |
Up to 3.93% of the loan amount (inclusive of applicable taxes). |
Flexi Facility Charge |
Term Loan – Not applicable Flexi Loans –Up To Rs 1,999 To Up To Rs 18,999/- (Inclusive Of Applicable Taxes) |
Bounce charges |
Rs. 700 to Rs. 1,200/- per bounce “Bounce charges” shall mean charges for (i) dishonor of any payment instrument; or (ii) non-payment of instalment (s) on their respective due dates due to dishonor of payment mandate or non-registration of the payment mandate or any other reason. |
Part-prepayment charges |
Full Pre-payment:
Part Pre-payment
|
Penal charge |
Delay in payment of instalment(s) shall attract Penal Charge at the rate of up to 36% per annum per instalment from the respective due date until the date of receipt of the full instalment(s) amount. |
Stamp duty (as per respective state) |
Payable as per state laws and deducted upfront from loan amount. |
Annual maintenance charges |
Term Loan: Not applicable Flexi Term (Dropline) Loan: Up to 0.295% (Inclusive of applicable taxes) of the Dropline limit (as per the repayment schedule) on the date of levy of such charges.
Up to 0.472% (Inclusive Of Applicable Taxes) Of The Dropline Limit During Initial Tenure. Up to 0.295% (Inclusive Of Applicable Taxes) Of Dropline Limit During Subsequent Tenure |
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