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What is a good CIBIL score in India?

In short: A score of 750 or more is generally seen as very good, and 700–749 as good. At these levels most banks and NBFCs will consider you for an unsecured personal loan, and you are more likely to be offered better rates. 650–699 is fair, and many NBFCs still lend here after a closer look. Below 650, options narrow, but they don’t disappear: Omozing, for example, considers salaried applicants from 600. There is no single official cut-off; each lender sets its own.

Written by the Omozing Credit Team · Reviewed for accuracy by our credit and compliance team · Updated October 2026

The 300–900 scale, band by band

Where “good” starts on the 300–900 scale

Generally seen as good: 700+ 300550650700750900 PoorWeakFairGoodVery good

Band names are a general guide, not an official scale. Each lender sets its own cut-offs, and each bureau scores slightly differently.

What each band usually means when you apply

ScoreLabelWhat it typically means for a personal loan
750–900Very goodMost lenders will consider you; you are in the best position to compare offers and ask for a lower rate
700–749GoodApproval is likely with many banks and NBFCs if income and existing EMIs fit
650–699FairMany NBFCs lend, usually after reading the last 12 months closely; some banks may decline
600–649WeakFewer lenders; a clean recent record, steady salary or a co-applicant makes a real difference
Below 600PoorMost unsecured lenders decline; focus first on repairing the report
NH / -1No historyNot a bad score, just no record yet; some lenders have products for first-time borrowers

For a closer look at the middle bands, see 650–699 and 700–749.

Why “good” depends on more than the number

A lender doesn’t approve a score; it approves a person. The same 720 can be read very differently depending on what sits behind it. Here is what a credit officer weighs alongside the number:

What most people get wrong: they chase 900. Above roughly 750, extra points rarely change the decision or the rate much, because you are already in the top group most lenders use. Your time is better spent keeping every payment on time and your card use low than pushing from 790 to 820.

What counts as good enough at Omozing

Our published threshold is a score of 600, for salaried applicants with take-home pay of ₹40,000 or more. Loans go up to ₹25 lakh over 3 to 36 months, and rates start from 11% a year. A higher score and a clean recent record generally help you to a better offer, but you don’t need to be in the “very good” band to be considered: a credit officer reads your full report, and co-applicants are welcome.

Not yet at 700? You may still qualify

See how we assess salaried applicants from a score of 600.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 750 a good CIBIL score?

Yes. 750 or more is generally treated as very good, and most lenders will consider you for an unsecured personal loan at that level.

Is 700 a good CIBIL score?

Yes, 700–749 is generally seen as good. Many banks and NBFCs lend in this band if your income and existing EMIs fit their rules.

What is the minimum CIBIL score for a personal loan?

There is no single minimum; each lender sets its own. Many banks look for 700–750, many NBFCs go lower, and Omozing considers salaried applicants from 600.

Can anyone get a CIBIL score of 900?

It is possible but rare, and not necessary. Above about 750, extra points seldom change what lenders offer.

Is a good score enough to get a loan approved?

Not on its own. Lenders also check your income, how much already goes on EMIs and your recent repayment record before approving.

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