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RBI's Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio Guidelines for Gold Loans

Posted On:28th May 2025
Updated On:29th Oct 2025
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is the central authority that has the right to issue guidelines related to trading, loans and advances across the country. When it comes to gold loans, the RBI issues guidelines for lenders as well as borrowers to follow when lending or borrowing money in exchange for gold as collateral.In this blog, you will learn about the LTV (loan to value) ratio in gold loans, the maximum LTV under gold loans as per RBI directive and more.

Key Highlights:

  • LTV ratio is the loan-to-value ratio which compares the value of the gold item kept as collateral to the amount of gold loan disbursed.
  • The maximum LTV under a gold loan as per RBI directive cannot exceed 75 per cent.
  • Gold loans with a higher LTV ratio are considered to be riskier and result in a higher gold loan interest rate.

LTV ratio is the loan-to-value ratio. It is a measure that compares the value of the gold item kept as collateral to the amount of gold loan disbursed. LTV is also used to assess the lending risk associated with gold loans and calculating it is crucial in the mortgage process.Gold loans with a higher LTV ratio are considered to be riskier and result in a higher gold loan interest rate. When a loan has a high LTV ratio, the lender is at a greater risk if the borrower defaults on repayments.

What is the Maximum LTV Under a Gold Loan as per the RBI Directive?

The maximum LTV under a gold loan as per RBI directive cannot exceed 75 per cent. This means that if the gold is valued at ₹100, the upper limit for the loan amount disbursed will be ₹75.How to calculate LTV for a gold loan? To calculate LTV for gold loan, you need to divide your loan amount by the market price of your gold item kept as collateral and multiply the result by 100. Also Read: Here's how you can buy gold digitally

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Disclaimer

The information contained herein is generic in nature and is meant for educational purposes only. Nothing here is to be construed as an investment or financial or taxation advice nor to be considered as an invitation or solicitation or advertisement for any financial product. Readers are advised to exercise discretion and should seek independent professional advice prior to making any investment decision in relation to any financial product. Aditya Birla Capital Group is not liable for any decision arising out of the use of this information.



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