Frequently Asked Questions
How will I receive my repayments and returns?
Based on the loans and their tenures you have chosen, you will receive EMIs (principal + repayment) back into your registered bank account every month. The extent of these payments (EMIs) is dependent on the borrowers repaying on time. No transaction charges are applicable or deducted from these repayments.
What if I don’t want to proceed with some or all of the available loan offers?
Why do I need to transfer funds before viewing available loans?
How are my investments in loans secured? What happens if the borrower doesn’t repay?
All investments in loans made on IndiaP2P are secured by a loan agreement ensuring that the borrower’s obligation to repay stands.. IndiaP2P will also assist you in initiating this legal process if needed per applicable RBI rules and guidelines. In addition, all of the borrower’s repayment information is reported to all credit bureaus ensuring that defaulting borrower’s credit profile is suitably affected and is visible to all other lending institutions. It may be noted that IndiaP2P does not guarantee returns on the investment in loans made on its platform. Additionally, current RBI regulations only permit unsecured i.e. collateral free loans on the platform.
How will I disburse funds to a borrower and how will they repay me?
We follow RBI’s mandated escrow mechanism process under a bank promoted trustee wherein your funds are deposited into a Lender Escrow and the borrower’s repayments are received into a Borrower Escrow. Our system thereafter processes and manages transactions from one escrow to another i.e. you simply deposit funds into a designated IndiaP2P account from your bank account and receive repayments seamlessly into your IndiaP2P account or bank account.
Can I lend less than ₹50,000 in future transactions?
Who do I transfer funds to for lending?
When do I start earning interest on the loans I fund?
You start earning interest from the date of disbursement of the loans you choose subject to repayments received from borrowers.
Why is there a predefined minimum allocation per loan/borrower?
Different borrowers are seeking to borrow different amounts. The minimum allocation amount allows us to fulfil these loans in a timely manner while allowing multiple lenders to take small exposures to a borrower.
Will I be able to track borrower wise repayments?
Yes, before and upon investing detailed loan reports will be available on your IndiaP2P dashboard detailing monthly repayment performance of your borrowers.
What happens if a borrower delays repayments or defaults?
In case of delayed repayments, their receipt into your bank account will also be delayed. In case of defaults, there will be loss of that amount of investment. We recommend that lenders spread their capital across multiple borrowers to minimize this risk.
As a platform we will put in best efforts to recover delays and defaults.
Can I make a withdrawal before the lock-in period is over?
No. Per RBI regulations, no bulk withdrawals are permitted, only received repayments can be withdrawn.
Terms and Conditons for investor referrals
Both you and your referred friend would earn 1% of their first investment as a top-up to your first investment plans. You can refer to as many friends as you like. Total referral earnings are capped at INR 5000. Referral earnings will be visible separately in your dashboard under the Rewards section. If you'd like to earn more than INR 5000 via referrals then please contact us to join our Ambassador program. IndiaP2P reserves all rights to amend this scheme at any time without prior notice.
Are there any restrictions on how much I can invest on IndiaP2P?
Yes, across all peer to peer lending platforms regulated by the RBI you can invest a maximum of ₹50 lakhs. For investments above 10 lakhs a certificate from a CA is required to ascertain your net worth. Our investor services team will assist you with this certificate. Additionally, the maximum lending per borrower is restricted to ₹50,000 for risk mitigation purposes.
What happens to existing lenders in Growth and Monthly Income Plan post RBI regulations dated August 16,2024?
As per RBI regulations dated August 16, 2024 existing investors in the IndiaP2P Growth Plan and IndiaP2P Monthly Income Plan will receive EMIs (principal + interest) against loans funded into their bank accounts every month. These repayments can be re-invested anytime into the IndiaP2P Monthly Income Plan - Plus.
What do I need to do to invest on IndiaP2P?
You need to complete a quick online KYC for which you will need to keep your Aadhaar, PAN, and bank details handy. Post KYC verification we will create your unique virtual escrow account into which you can deposit funds for investing in IndiaP2P products. If you are using NEFT, IMPS, or RTGS to transfer funds into your escrow account you will need to add this account as a beneficiary to your net banking first. This entire process only takes a few minutes. No physical paper submission is required. Please note that we do not accept any form of cash investments, fees, or payments. You must be above 18 years of age.
Is IndiaP2P recognised by the RBI and is it regulated?
IndiaP2P is a NBFC-P2P, licensed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under the name Trickle Flood Technologies Pvt. Ltd.Yes, IndiaP2P is an NBFC-P2P certified by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). IndiaP2P’s operations and offerings to lenders and borrowers are bound by RBI regulations.
What is P2P Lending?
P2P stands for Peer to Peer lending. It enables individuals to obtain loans directly from other individuals without the involvement of any intermediary. It’s an alternate option for borrowing money other than Banks. P2P lending is regulated by the Reserve Bank of India.
Do I need to pay tax on my earnings?
Yes, all earnings are subject to taxation. Your interest earnings on IndiaP2P will be considered as ‘other income’ in your annual returns and taxed as per your prevailing income bracket. We will share an earnings statement with you for every fiscal year. You can also view your earnings in real time on your IndiaP2P account dashboard.
What is the overall investment tenure?
The overall investment tenure is 24 months, with some returns coming earlier from shorter loans.
Is there a minimum amount I need to invest?
Yes, you can invest as low as ₹50,000 as your initial investment. Tops up/re-investment can be made in any amount. Maximum investment across all P2P lending platforms is capped at ₹50 lakhs.
What information does IndiaP2P collect about me?
We require your KYC and tax identification information as per law. Details of additional information collected can be seen in our Privacy Policy. Please note that we do not share your information with any third parties for sale purposes.
How are borrowers screened and assessed by IndiaP2P?
IndiaP2P screens and rates borrowers using our credit-algorithm as defined here (IndiaP2P Credit Policy) to ensure their creditworthiness and assess risk potential. In addition, most borrowers are verified physically by our team. As an investor lender, you can see and filter borrowers basis various criteria. Typical loan ticket sizes sought by borrowers range from ₹30,000 to ₹100,000. Eligible borrowers are rated between A and F basis stated credit policy.
How can I reach you to learn more?
You can email us at investors@indiap2p.com or schedule a quick call with our investor support team at your convenience here
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