Reading a loan account statement

At a glance

Separate principal, interest, charges, credits and disputed entries over the relevant period. A closing balance should be traced to the contractual and transaction record.

Law and context

The facility terms and applicable banking requirements govern the calculation, while the recovery forum assesses the evidence relevant to the claim. A statement and a legally established liability are different questions.

Practical next step

Prepare a reconciliation showing each disputed entry, date, amount and reason, with payment proof. Keep the original statement unchanged and request a written explanation through the bank’s grievance channel.

Important qualifications

This guide does not calculate interest or declare a charge unlawful. Rate changes, restructuring and current regulatory directions need a specific check.

Document checklist

• Facility terms
• Complete statements
• Payment proof
• Entry-by-entry discrepancy note

Sources

• The Indian Contract Act, 1872 — 37,73
• The Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act, 1993 — 19

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