FEES AND CHARGES POLICY

LTCV Credit Private Limited

(Operating under the brand name "EQUALL")

Effective Date: 31st July 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

This Fees and Charges Policy ("Policy") outlines the detailed structure of all applicable interest rates, fees, charges, penalties, and other monetary levies imposed by LTCV Credit Private Limited, a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013, with its registered office at 1st Floor, No.10, 6th Main, 8th B Cross, Jeevan Bheema Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka- 560075, India (hereinafter referred to as "EQUALL").

The Policy has been prepared in compliance with applicable Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulations, including the Fair Practices Code, to promote transparency, comparability, and fairness in lending operations.

2. OBJECTIVE

The objective of this Policy is to:

  • Inform prospective and existing borrowers of all applicable fees and charges
  • Promote transparent and ethical lending practices
  • Standardize internal fee structures and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Prevent hidden charges or ambiguities in the communication of financial terms

3. APPLICABILITY

This Policy applies to:

  • All individual and institutional borrowers of EQUALL
  • All loan products offered, including personal loans, consumer loans, credit line facilities, and any other credit instruments issued by EQUALL
  • Any changes in fees post-sanction, disbursal, or during the tenure of the loan (subject to legal provisions and contractual terms)

4. DEFINITIONS

TermDefinition
Processing FeeA non-refundable one-time fee levied for evaluating and sanctioning a loan
Penal InterestAdditional interest charged on overdue EMI payments
ForeclosureFull loan repayment before the scheduled end of tenure
Bounce ChargePenalty for non-honouring of repayment mandates (e.g., NACH dishonour)
Restructuring FeeCharges for altering repayment schedule or tenure during loan lifecycle
GSTGoods and Services Tax as applicable (currently 18%)

5. INTEREST RATES

5.1. Range of Interest Rates

  • Minimum: 15%
  • Maximum: 30%

5.2. Type of Interest Rates

  • Fixed Interest Rate: Remains constant throughout the tenure
  • Floating Interest Rate: May vary based on benchmark rates or EQUALL's internal cost of funds

5.3. Determination Criteria

Interest rates are determined based on a risk-based pricing model and may vary depending on:

  • Credit score (e.g., CIBIL/Experian ≥ 650 preferred)
  • Monthly income and employment stability
  • Debt-to-Income Ratio
  • Borrower profile and past repayment behaviour
  • Loan amount and tenure requested

A Loan Agreement and Key Fact Statement (KFS) will specify the applicable rate and whether it is fixed or floating.

6. LOAN AMOUNT & TENURE

  • Loan Amount: Up to ₹5,00,000 (subject to borrower eligibility)
  • Loan Tenure: Up to 48 months

7. FEE SCHEDULE

Fee / Charge TypeDescriptionApplicable Amount / Range
Processing FeeApplication processing and credit underwritingUp to 4% of the sanctioned loan amount
Account Statement ChargesHard copy upon request₹100 per request
Duplicate NOCIssuance of duplicate no-objection certificate₹100 per request
EMI Bounce ChargesFor each failed EMI attempt (e.g., NACH, UPI, etc.)₹500 per instance
Late Payment / Penal ChargesAdditional interest on overdue EMIs3% on the overdue EMI principal
ForeclosureFixed loans: Fee applicable; Floating: No fee (RBI)See Section 8 & 9
Legal / Recovery ChargesIn case of default/litigationAt actuals

All charges are exclusive of applicable GST, which will be levied additionally.

8. FORECLOSURE POLICY

8.1. Eligibility Criteria Based on Tenure

Loan Tenure (Months)Lock-in Period (Months)
Up to 12 months6
13–24 months9
25–36 months12
37–48 months18

Foreclosure is not allowed before the minimum lock-in period mentioned above.

8.2. Charges for Foreclosure

Customer SegmentForeclosure Fee
Standard4% of the principal outstanding
Preferred / Eligible Users0% (No Charges)
  • Charges are calculated on the outstanding principal at the time of foreclosure
  • GST is applicable additionally

9. EMI CALCULATION & REPAYMENT TERMS

EMI Calculation Formula

EMI = [P × R × (1 + R)^N] / [(1 + R)^N - 1]

Where:

  • P = Principal amount
  • R = Monthly interest rate (annual rate ÷ 12 ÷ 100)
  • N = Loan tenure in months

Repayment Methods

  • NACH Mandate
  • UPI AutoPay
  • Debit Card EMI
  • IMPS / NEFT / RTGS / Bank Transfer

Borrowers must maintain sufficient balance on due dates to avoid penalties.

10. REFUNDS AND REVERSALS

  • Processing fees and documentation charges are non-refundable, even if the loan is not availed
  • Refunds for overpayments or errors will be processed within 7 working days post-verification

11. REVIEW AND MODIFICATION OF CHARGES

EQUALL may revise fees and charges periodically. Any revisions will be:

  • Published on the EQUALL website
  • Communicated to existing customers as required by law

12. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL

For fee-related queries or disputes:

Customer Support

Email: support@ltcv.credit

Phone: +91 8095203888

Working Hours: 10 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday

If unresolved within 30 days, complaints may be escalated to the NBFC Ombudsman under RBI.

13. DISCLOSURE

This Policy shall be:

  • Available on the EQUALL website
  • Shared with customers upon request
  • Attached to Loan Agreements / KFS where applicable

14. APPROVAL AND OWNERSHIP

Approved by the Board of Directors of LTCV Credit Private Limited. Maintained by the Compliance Department.

Authorized By:

Name: Santosh Goteti

Designation: Chief Compliance Officer

Date: 31st July, 2025

Policy Version: 1.1

Review Cycle: Annually or as per regulatory guidelines

CONTACT INFORMATION

LTCV Credit Private Limited

Customer Care:
Email: support@ltcv.credit
Phone: +91 8095203888

Compliance:
Email: grievance@ltcv.credit

Registered Office:
1st Floor, No.10, 6th Main, 8th B Cross,
Jeevan Bheema Nagar, Bangalore,
Karnataka, 560075, India