Tuesday, 5 August 2025

Credit Score Guide #28: How to Improve Your Credit Score After Loan Rejection

 


Just Got Rejected for a Loan or Credit Card? Don’t Panic — Do This Instead

Loan rejections hurt — not just emotionally, but financially. Fortunately, you can recover fast and build a stronger credit score with the right steps.


🚫 Why Was Your Loan Rejected?

  • Low credit score (under 650)
  • Missed or delayed EMIs
  • High credit card utilization
  • Too many credit applications in a short time
  • No credit history (yes, that's also risky)

🔧 Step-by-Step Fix Plan

1. Get Your Free CIBIL Report
Check your report from CIBIL or OneScore. Look for:

  • Late payments
  • Loan settlement remarks
  • Incorrect data

2. Clear Overdues Immediately
Pay off any pending dues. A ₹500 default can cost you lakhs in lost credit.

3. Lower Credit Usage
Keep your credit card usage below 30% of the limit. If needed, ask for a limit increase without increasing spending.

4. Avoid Applying Again Immediately
Wait at least 3 months before reapplying. Rejection hurts score — repeated applications destroy it.

5. Take a Secured Credit Product
If you can’t get a regular card, try:

  • Secured credit card against FD
  • Gold loan
  • Consumer durable loan

These help rebuild your repayment history.


Conclusion

A rejection isn’t the end — it’s a sign to fix your foundation. Clean your credit, rebuild slowly, and you’ll be back with better offers soon.


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