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Credit card EMI vs personal loan — which is cheaper?

Yogesh Saha

Asked 23 Mar 2026

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I need to finance a purchase of ₹1,00,000. Should I convert the transaction to credit card EMI or take a personal loan? Which is actually cheaper after all charges?

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Priyal Sundaram·1 Jun 2026

On the add-on card: yes, the primary cardholder is fully liable for all spends on the add-on. There is no separate credit limit or statement. So only issue it to someone you trust absolutely — spouse, parents. Not friends, not siblings you have money disputes with.

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