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Digital loans vs. traditional loans: Why borrowers are going online

Key Takeaways

  • Digital personal loans eliminate lengthy paperwork, offering a quick and seamless borrowing experience.
  • With digital loans like FIRSTmoney, you can receive funds within 30 minutes to meet urgent financial needs.
  • Only PAN and Aadhaar are needed no income proof or salary slips required.
  • Borrow from ₹50,000 to ₹10 lakhs with interest starting at 9.99% p.a. and tenure up to 60 months.
29 May 2025 by Team FinFIRST

Financial urgencies can arise anytime, whether it is a medical emergency, home renovation, or an unexpected travel expense. In such cases, a digital personal loan provides a quick and convenient solution over traditional loans, which involve lengthy approval processes and extensive paperwork. Digital loans are processed entirely online, reducing time spent on verification and approvals. With smart personal loan solutions like FIRSTmoney, borrowers can access funds instantly, ensuring they meet their financial requirements without unnecessary delays.


What is a digital loan?

A digital personal loan is a fully online borrowing solution that allows you to apply, get verified, and receive funds without visiting a bank branch. It uses automated credit evaluation and Video KYC, enabling fast approval and instant disbursal.

According to the RBI’s digital lending norms, such loans must be processed by regulated entities, ensuring transparency and borrower protection.

With FIRSTmoney by IDFC FIRST Bank, you can:
 

  • Apply 100% digitally
  • Get loan amounts from ₹50,000 to ₹10,00,000
  • Complete Video KYC with just PAN
  • Receive money in your account within 30 minutes

Why digital loans are popular with borrowers
 

Digital loans have become the first choice for borrowers because of the following reasons:

Fast approvals and instant disbursal
 

One of the key reasons why digital personal loans are a favourite among borrowers is how quickly they are processed. Traditional personal loans may take days or even weeks for approval, but digital loans offer approvals within minutes to a few hours. With solutions like FIRSTmoney, borrowers can complete the process in a few steps and receive funds in 30 minutes in their bank accounts post the bank’s verification.

Fully online loan application process
 

Apply anytime, anywhere using your smartphone or laptop. Here's how:

  1. Click on Apply Now to start your personal loan application process
  2. Enter your PAN and Aadhaar details
  3. Complete your Video KYC
  4. Experience instant approvals and get the loan disbursed in as fast as 30 minutes

 Minimal documentation
 

Traditional loans require multiple documents such as salary slips, income tax returns, and address proof, leading to delays. Digital personal loans, on the other hand, require minimal documentation. For example: With FIRSTmoney, borrowers only need a PAN card for video KYC, ensuring quick processing and approval.

Low rate of interest and transparent charges
 

Digital lenders like IDFC FIRST Bank offer competitive interest rates compared to traditional banks. For instance, FIRSTmoney provides loans starting from just 9.99% p.a., ensuring affordability and zero foreclosure charges to close your loan anytime without financial burden. Additionally, all charges, including processing fees and interest rates, are clearly mentioned upfront, eliminating any hidden costs and providing complete transparency.

Simple EMI planning with loan calculators
 

Managing loan repayments is easier with digital personal loans. Borrowers can use online EMI calculators to plan their repayment schedules. FIRSTmoney offers flexible tenures ranging from 9 months to 60 months, allowing borrowers to choose repayment options that align with their financial capabilities.

Borrowing should be as simple and flexible as your lifestyle—secure, simple, and instant.

Who Can Apply?
 

Criteria Eligibility
Age 21 to 60 years
Employment Salaried or self-employed
CIBIL Score Minimum 730
Minimum Salary No fixed requirement; evaluated based on credit profile
Documentation Display your physical PAN card during the video-KYC process


Check your credit score at CIBIL.

FIRSTmoney at a glance
 

Feature Details
Loan Amount ₹50,000 to ₹10,00,000
Interest Rate From 9.99% p.a. (monthly reducing)
Tenure Up to 60 months
Disbursal Time Within 30 minutes
Processing Fee 2%
Foreclosure Charges None
Application 100% Digital

 

Conclusion
 

A digital personal loan like FIRSTmoney is the perfect fit for today’s fast-paced lifestyle. Whether it's an emergency or a planned purchase, you get:

  • Instant access to funds
  • Minimal documentation
  • Full transparency
  • Flexible withdrawals and zero prepayment charges

Apply for FIRSTmoney now and get the funds you need—quickly, securely, and entirely online.

Disclaimer

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