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Bank loan rejection — reasons + RTI route (2026)

Bank loan rejected without specific reason. RTI to bank for rejection rationale + comparison data. * Rejection reason mandatory in writing (RBI) * Common reasons:.

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 +====== Bank loan rejection — reasons + RTI route (2026) ======
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 +{{:social:auto:banking-bank-loan-rejection.png?direct&1200 |Bank loan rejection — reasons + RTI route (2026) — RTI Wiki}}
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 +<WRAP info>
 +**Quick answer:** Bank must give written rejection reason under RBI Master Direction on Customer Service. Generic reasons (e.g., "credit policy") are insufficient. RTI to bank for specific rejection grounds.
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Key facts =====
 +  * Rejection reason mandatory in writing (RBI)
 +  * Common reasons: low CIBIL, income mismatch, profile risk
 +  * RTI to bank PSU under §6(1)
 +  * Private banks NOT under RTI but subject to BO grievance
 +  * Banking Ombudsman handles loan rejection complaints
 +
 +===== Step-by-step process =====
 +  - **Get written rejection from bank** — In 30 days of decision.
 +  - **Check rejection grounds** — Specific reasons required (not generic).
 +  - **Get CIBIL report** — Free annual report from CIBIL/Equifax/Experian/CRIF.
 +  - **File RTI to PSU bank for grievance** — For rejection rationale + similar applicant approvals.
 +  - **Banking Ombudsman complaint** — If bank doesn't respond.
 +  - **Try multiple banks** — Different lenders have different criteria.
 +
 +===== Documents needed =====
 +  * Loan application no.
 +  * Bank statement (12 months)
 +  * CIBIL report
 +  * Income proof
 +
 +===== Common issues + how to handle =====
 +  * Generic rejection reason — file RTI for specific grounds + CIBIL score used.
 +  * CIBIL score updated — request bank to re-pull + re-evaluate.
 +  * Income mismatch — provide updated salary slips + IT returns.
 +  * Multiple rejections same reason — file pattern complaint to BO.
 +
 +===== If stuck — file an RTI =====
 +
 +Most "delays" or "rejections" clear within 7-15 days of an RTI being filed. Use this 5-question template:
 +
 +<code>
 +1. Status of my application no. _____ dated _____ as on date.
 +2. Name + designation of dealing officer assigned to my file.
 +3. Reasons for delay beyond the statutory timeline.
 +4. Copy of any noting / movement of my file in the past 30 days.
 +5. Likely date of resolution / decision.
 +</code>
 +
 +**Auto-fill the PIO + your case:** [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Open the AI RTI Drafter →]]
 +
 +===== Frequently asked questions =====
 +==== Can RBI mandate banks to lend? ====
 +No — RBI sets prudential norms. Lending is bank discretion.
 +
 +==== CIBIL score below 750 — auto-reject? ====
 +Most banks. Some accept 700+ with higher interest.
 +
 +==== Co-applicant possibility? ====
 +Yes — improve loan-to-income + share guarantee.
 +
 +==== Loan via SLBC? ====
 +For priority sector loans, State Level Bankers Committee can intervene if bank denies.
 +
 +===== Summary + next step =====
 +
 +<WRAP center round tip 90%>
 +**Bottom line:** Bank must give written rejection reason under RBI Master Direction on Customer Service. Generic reasons (e.g., "credit policy") are insufficient. RTI to bank for specific rejection grounds. If delayed beyond statutory timeline, file an RTI — most cases clear within 15 days.
 +
 +  * **AI RTI Drafter:** [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Auto-fill PIO + your case]]
 +  * **More guidance:** [[:audience:msme-entrepreneurs|Schemes for msme entrepreneurs]]
 +  * **Browse all banking guides:** [[:banking:start|Index]]
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Related =====
 +  * [[:banking:start|All banking guides]]
 +  * [[:check-status:start|25 status-check guides]]
 +  * [[:how-to-apply:start|25 how-to-apply guides]]
 +  * [[:rejection-recovery:start|16 rejection-recovery guides]]
 +  * [[:helplines:start|32 helplines + grievance routes]]
 +  * [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Full RTI Playbook]]
 +
 +//Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.//
 +
 +{{tag>banking bank-loan-rejection citizen-services rti-fallback}}