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Documents Required for a Car Loan

KYC, income and car documents for salaried, self-employed and NRI applicants, plus papers you submit after purchase.

Updated 27 September 2026 · 8 lenders tracked
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What you need to know

Car loans need standard KYC and income proof plus the dealer’s quotation. Existing customers with pre-approved offers may need little more than PAN and the quotation.

Documents by applicant type

ApplicantDocuments
All applicantsPAN, Aadhaar / passport / voter ID / driving licence, photographs, filled application
SalariedLast 3 salary slips, Form 16 or latest ITR, 6 months’ bank statements, employment proof
Self-employed / professionals2 years’ ITR with computation, audited P&L and balance sheet, business proof (GST / Udyam / licence), 6 – 12 months’ bank statements
Agriculturists (PSU banks)Land records and proof of agricultural income
NRIPassport with visa, overseas employment contract / salary slips, NRE/NRO statements; often a resident co-applicant
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Car documents

  • Proforma invoice / on-road quotation from the dealer
  • Final invoice after purchase
  • RC copy showing hypothecation to the bank
  • Insurance policy with the bank named as hypothecatee
  • For used cars: existing RC, insurance, valuation report, seller’s NOC if the car was financed
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Frequently asked questions

Is a guarantor required?

Not usually; a co-applicant (often a spouse or parent) may be asked for if your income is low or you are an NRI.

For information and comparison only. Loan terms, rates and rules change — confirm with the lender and read the Key Facts Statement before borrowing.