Eliminating Delinquency: The Future of Collections in Indian Lending

<img src="https://m2p-website-file.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/marketing-cms/m2p-blog/2025/08/2-4.webp" alt="Loan Against Property (LAP)" title="" id="wbgvgni55" width="100%" height="255">India’s housing and consumer credit market is growing at an impressive pace, projected to reach <a class="link Hyperlink SCXW67755297 BCX8" href="https://www.globaldata.com/media/banking/indias-consumer-lending-market-to-surpass-720-billion-in-2025-amid-rising-credit-demand-forecasts-globaldata/#:~:text=The%20consumer%20lending%20market%20in,%2C%20vehicles%2C%20and%20consumer%20durables." target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">$724.2 billion by 2025</a>. As this momentum continues, financial institutions are placing greater emphasis on asset-backed lending to ensure portfolio resilience and risk protection.At the forefront of this evolution is Loan Against Property (LAP), a secured credit product that allows borrowers to unlock the value of their owned real estate. As demand rises, lenders require modern, scalable platforms to manage LAP efficiently across origination, servicing, risk management, and compliance.&nbsp;This blog explores the key challenges in the LAP journey, how <a class="link" href="https://m2pfintech.com/loan-management-system/loan-against-property/" target="_blank">M2P’s platform</a> addresses them with precision, and the transformational benefits it delivers.&nbsp;Let’s first look into the challenges in secured lending.&nbsp;<h2 class="heading-node" id="q98hfc9pp" style="text-align: left">Structural Inefficiencies Hindering LAP Growth&nbsp;</h2><h3 class="heading-node" id="p48pkva9d" style="text-align: left">1. Collateral Management&nbsp;</h3>Handling real estate collateral demands meticulous verification of ownership, titles, encumbrances, and regulatory compliance. Manual processes increase the chances of oversight, operational delays, and legal exposure.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="ino416m2o" style="text-align: left">2. Risk Redressal in Origination&nbsp;</h3>Despite being secured, LAP requires a structured approach to mitigate risk at the origination stage. Challenges include inconsistent allocation of legal cases, delays in title scrutiny, and limited visibility into document sanction workflows—all of which can extend approval timelines and elevate risk exposure.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="r4omwdhhx" style="text-align: left">3. Loan-to-Value (LTV) Calculation&nbsp;</h3>Accurate LTV calculation is essential to ensure that the loan amount aligns with collateral value. Inaccurate property valuation or regional price inconsistencies may lead to either overexposure or conservative lending, both impacting business goals.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="5fpo0enn1" style="text-align: left">4. Asset Verification&nbsp;</h3>Validating property ownership, occupancy status, and existing liabilities is time-intensive and susceptible to fraud. Manual verifications and fragmented documentation hinder efficient loan processing.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="p9u5l40r5" style="text-align: left">5. Repayment Tracking and NPA Management&nbsp;</h3>Timely tracking of EMIs, arrears, and pre-default signals is crucial to maintaining portfolio health. Legacy systems often lack real-time repayment visibility, making it harder to flag delinquencies early or take corrective actions.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="dfc0ipczd" style="text-align: left">6. Litigation and Auction Handling&nbsp;</h3>Once an account turns NPA, lenders face operational and legal challenges in initiating recovery. Managing litigation across regions, provisioning, and executing property auctions becomes complex without integrated, real-time systems.&nbsp;As the market evolves, secured lending products like Loans Against Property (LAP), vehicle loans, and business loans backed by assets are set to play a bigger role in shaping India’s lending ecosystem.&nbsp;<h2 class="heading-node" id="acp048by2" style="text-align: left">LAP’s Role in the Modern Loan Ecosystem&nbsp;</h2>Loan Against Property stands as a bridge between borrowers’ ambitions and lenders’ need for risk mitigation. By leveraging owned property, customers can access substantial funds at competitive rates, while continuing to use and own their assets. In a market where volatility and unpredictability are on the rise, LAP’s collateral-backed structure assures lenders of repayment security, making it a preferred product for safer lending and financial inclusion.&nbsp;Here’s why LAP is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone of India’s modern financial ecosystem:&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="vya2ompz0" style="text-align: left">1. Collateral Backing&nbsp;</h3>Because LAP is secured by a tangible asset commonly residential or commercial property, it poses a lower risk for lenders. This directly translates into much lower interest rates compared to unsecured loans, making borrowing more affordable for individuals and businesses.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="5pix6q1yh" style="text-align: left">2. Larger Loan Amounts&nbsp;</h3>With the security of property as collateral, LAP typically allows borrowers to access higher loan amounts—often up to 60-70% of the property’s assessed value. This makes it ideal for major expenses such as business expansion, higher education, or large personal needs.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="5wau8vvcz" style="text-align: left">3. Longer Repayment Tenure&nbsp;</h3>LAP loans generally offer extended repayment periods, often stretching up to 15–20 years. This enables borrowers to manage EMIs more comfortably and align repayments with their cash flow.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="6anwbez2r" style="text-align: left">4. Flexible Use of Funds&nbsp;</h3>Unlike a home loan or vehicle loan, the end-use of funds availed through LAP is largely unrestricted. Borrowers, especially MSMEs and entrepreneurs, can use the funds for working capital, debt consolidation, business growth, or even personal needs.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="hd0nfna79" style="text-align: left">5. Continued Ownership and Utility of Asset&nbsp;</h3>Borrowers retain ownership and use of their property throughout the loan tenure. If repayments are made on time, there is no disruption to the use of the assets.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="i15yk2ugt" style="text-align: left">6. Improved Portfolio Stability and Growth&nbsp;</h3>From a lender’s perspective, LAP loans add stability to the overall loan portfolio, especially important during periods of economic fluctuation or when unsecured delinquencies are rising. Asset-backed products have a proven record of resilience in both good and turbulent times.&nbsp;<h2 class="heading-node" id="tgpz7p4lg" style="text-align: left">Redefining Secured Lending with M2P’s Loan Against Property Platform&nbsp;</h2>At M2P, we are transforming how financial institutions launch, scale, and manage their Loan Against Property (LAP) portfolios. In a market where agility and precision are paramount, our platform eliminates the inefficiencies of legacy systems and empowers lenders to build a future-ready secured lending business.&nbsp;Our platform is built on a modern microservices framework, allowing financial institutions to integrate seamlessly with existing systems or launch new products rapidly. Whether you're digitizing origination, automating underwriting, or streamlining collections, each module is designed to work independently or as part of a cohesive ecosystem. From onboarding and <a class="link" href="https://m2pfintech.com/blog/crack-the-kyc-jigsaw-ease-onboarding-compliance/" target="">KYC</a> to disbursement, servicing, and closure, M2P covers the entire LAP journey. Our deep domain expertise ensures compliance, operational efficiency, and customer-centric workflows.&nbsp;Here’s an overview of the key features that make <a class="link" href="https://m2pfintech.com/loan-management-system/loan-against-property/" target="_blank">M2P’s LAP</a> platform a comprehensive solution for modern lenders.&nbsp;<h3 class="heading-node" id="30n8a2gb7" style="text-align: left">Seamless Onboarding &amp; Origination&nbsp;</h3><ul class="list-node" id="6x3ingars"><li>Lead capture, co-applicant management, and data validation workflows&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="0i6b7k0h3"><li>Automated case allocation to empaneled lawyers and valuers&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="x7cvn6t3a"><li>Real-time CERSAI input and property inspection report capture&nbsp;</li></ul><h3 class="heading-node" id="d7rxbswnf" style="text-align: left">Centralized Document Repository and Digital Sanction Documentation&nbsp;</h3><ul class="list-node" id="tx2za5e0h"><li>Powerful Underwriting &amp; Risk Assessment&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="c0oiypyab"><li>Automated credit bureau checks and income verification&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="c5i12d8d0"><li>KYC completion, co-applicant management, and holistic profile assessment&nbsp;</li></ul><h3 class="heading-node" id="se7c64pc7" style="text-align: left">Intelligent Collateral &amp; Security Management&nbsp;</h3><ul class="list-node" id="npvhy4zq6"><li>De-duplication of security, detailed property profiling, and templated setup&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="h0k531b9n"><li>Central vault for property documents and mapping of existing loan exposure&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="wfhl0uwvn"><li>Automated and dynamic LTV calculation&nbsp;</li></ul><h3 class="heading-node" id="um83ppqae" style="text-align: left">End-to-End Loan Management</h3><ul class="list-node" id="rhz1jcwsm"><li>Configurable ROI adjustments, pre-EMI handling, and post-disbursal servicing&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="kvktgatav"><li>Event-based tranche disbursals and full repayment lifecycle tracking&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="62fyeb9ap"><li>Flexible EMI scheduling and multi-NACH setups&nbsp;</li></ul><h3 class="heading-node" id="mp6zno43w" style="text-align: left">Advanced Risk &amp; NPA Controls&nbsp;</h3><ul class="list-node" id="mnpn769sf"><li>Auto asset classification, provisioning, and LAP-specific accounting&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="vkvglgynn"><li>Auction and litigation tools including SARFAESI workflows&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="gf9r66izl"><li>Manual or automated updates on auction status and legal progress&nbsp;</li></ul>As regulatory demands and operational complexity continue to evolve, lenders need more than just tools, they need a future-ready partner. &nbsp;<h2 class="heading-node" id="3npuq49fg" style="text-align: left">Beyond Technology: M2P as your Strategic Lending Partner&nbsp;</h2>M2P delivers a powerful, <a class="link" href="https://m2pfintech.com/blog/comprehensive-guide-for-effective-loan-management-system/" target="_blank">all-in-one platform</a> to help you build, scale, and manage your secured loan portfolio with ease.&nbsp;<ul class="list-node" id="t5nnp7yvx"><li>Unified Platform Experience - Gain complete control over the complete loan lifecycle all within a single, integrated environment.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="bx37yb3im"><li>Modular &amp; Flexible Architecture - Use individual modules or deploy the full suite, tailored to your business model and operational goals.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="mxnfpj5zz"><li>Empowered Business Teams – Intuitive platform enables business teams to configure and manage workflows independently, without relying heavily on IT.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="71e9s8ia8"><li>Highly Configurable Workflows - Adapt to any loan product or property type with customizable rules, validations, and process flows that align with your credit policies.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul class="list-node" id="s7mqzk1lu"><li>Enterprise-Grade Scalability - Built on a cloud-native, microservices architecture, M2P ensures high performance, reliability, and effortless scaling as your portfolio grows.&nbsp;</li></ul><a class="link" href="https://m2pfintech.com/contact-us/?activeKey=1&amp;utm_source=Website&amp;utm_medium=Website&amp;utm_campaign=Lending_Blogs" target="_blank">Schedule a demo</a> with our product specialists for a live demo and experience the future of secured lending today.&nbsp;<a class="link fui-Link ___1idfs5o f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f2hkw1w fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1h8hb77 f1x7u7e9 f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="https://m2pfintech.com/newsletter/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Subscribe</a>&nbsp;to our newsletter and get the latest fintech news, views, and insights directly to your inbox.Follow us on&nbsp;<a class="link fui-Link ___1idfs5o f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f2hkw1w fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1h8hb77 f1x7u7e9 f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/m2pfintech/mycompany/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a class="link fui-Link ___1idfs5o f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f2hkw1w fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1h8hb77 f1x7u7e9 f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="https://twitter.com/m2pfintech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Twitter</a>&nbsp;for insightful fintech bytes curated for curious minds like you.

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<img src="https://m2p-website-file.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/m2p-website-file/marketing-cms/m2p-blog/2025/04/RBI-guidelines-banner.webp" alt="RBI’s Lending Against Gold Collateral Directions 2025: Key Guidelines and Impacts Explained" title="" width="100%" height="253">The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the Draft Directives 2025 on Lending Against Gold Collateral, bringing a much-needed regulatory reset to a sector that’s long operated in silos.&nbsp;Applicable to all regulated entities (REs), including commercial banks, cooperative banks, and NBFCs, these guidelines aim to standardize gold loan practices, tighten controls, and ensure borrower protection. With the gold loan market continuing to expand, particularly in rural and semi-urban India, this framework focuses on improving underwriting, valuation, collateral safety, and end-use transparency.&nbsp;<h2 class="heading-node" id="vrr5rtsz3" style="text-align: justify">Background: Current State of Gold Lending</h2>RBI’s review uncovered widespread irregularities and recurring issues in gold loan practices. Lenders increasingly relied on third-party agents, often valuing gold without the borrower present. Due diligence was inadequate, and end-use monitoring, especially for high-value or income-generating loans, was inconsistent or missing. Recovery practices also lacked transparency, with many borrowers not properly informed during gold auctions.&nbsp;&nbsp;Additionally, the enforcement of the 75% Loan-to-Value (LTV) cap was uneven, and risk weights were incorrectly applied. These gaps highlighted the need for a unified regulatory framework, one that ensures borrower protection, operational discipline, and standardization across the gold loan ecosystem.<h2 class="heading-node" id="bqnbvf39j" style="text-align: justify">Key Proposals in the RBI's Draft Guidelines</h2><ol class="list-node" id="jg10nqvve"><li>Standardized Gold ValuationLenders must use a transparent and uniform method for valuing pledged gold, with valuation done by certified personnel and subject to periodic audits.</li><li>Loan-to-Value (LTV) Cap and TenureThe draft reiterates the LTV cap of 75%, ensuring responsible lending. For bullet repayment loans (where the entire principal is repaid at maturity), the maximum tenure is proposed at 12 months.&nbsp;</li><li>Auction and Recovery NormsIn the event of a default, auctions must be conducted in a transparent manner, with adequate borrower notification. Any surplus amount post-auction must be refunded to the borrower.&nbsp;</li><li>Disclosure and DocumentationLenders must clearly disclose the terms, interest rates, processing fees, and auction terms to borrowers upfront. Loan sanction letters should include the weight, purity, and valuation of gold accepted.&nbsp;</li><li>KYC and Purity ChecksMandatory KYC compliance and enhanced due diligence for high-value loans. Purity checks must be documented and auditable.&nbsp;</li><li>Role of NBFCs and BanksThe guidelines apply uniformly across banks and NBFCs, with specific emphasis on curbing some of the lending practices followed by banks and gold-loan NBFCs.</li></ol><h2 class="heading-node" id="9q769ync5" style="text-align: justify">Impact on Borrowers and Lenders</h2>For Borrowers&nbsp;<ol class="list-node" id="gwaig6zsm"><li>Enhanced Transparency: Borrowers will benefit from clearer loan terms and standardized practices across lenders, ensuring consistent treatment.&nbsp;</li><li>End-use Monitoring: Lenders will verify the end-use of funds for income-generating loans and high-value consumption loans, preventing misuse.&nbsp;</li><li>Secure Collateral Handling: Collateral must be stored securely, and lenders face penalties for delays in returning collateral after repayment.&nbsp;</li><li>Prompt Collateral Return: Collateral must be returned within 7 working days after full repayment, with a ₹5,000/day penalty for delays.&nbsp;</li></ol>For Lenders&nbsp;<ol class="list-node" id="yuer044c1"><li>Enhanced Risk Management: Lenders must implement stricter risk management policies, including single-borrower and sectoral caps on gold loan portfolios. This includes monitoring the end-use of funds, especially for income-generating loans.&nbsp;</li><li>Standardized Gold Valuation: Lenders must establish uniform procedures for assessing the weight and purity of gold collateral, ensuring transparency and consistency across all branches.&nbsp;</li><li>Operational Adjustments: Lenders need to adapt their systems to manage LTV ratios in real-time, track multiple loans, and enforce auction protocols efficiently to avoid non-compliance penalties.</li><li>Financial Implications: Non-compliance could result in financial penalties, provisioning burdens, or reputational damage. The introduction of a uniform 75% LTV ratio may also impact NBFCs that previously used higher ratios, leading to stock price declines for some gold loan companies.</li></ol><h2 class="heading-node" id="07g847hhk" style="text-align: justify">How Finflux by M2P LMS Enables Effortless Compliance &amp; Lending Efficiency</h2><ol class="list-node" id="jh8hrcjxv"><li>Smart LTV Monitoring and Alerts: Finflux by M2P’s LMS is built to automatically calculate and monitor LTV ratios&nbsp;and customizable purity adjustment logic. Breach alerts and auto-flagging ensure lenders stay within RBI thresholds.</li><li>Automated Valuation Workflows: Gold purity inputs, market rate APIs, and gemstone exclusions are all baked into the valuation module, ensuring fair and compliant gold pricing for every loan.&nbsp;</li><li>Bullet Loan Controls: Finflux’s LMS allows lenders to configure product rules based on tenure, loan amount, and end-use. This makes it easy to ensure that bullet repayment loans are capped as per regulatory guidelines.&nbsp;</li><li>Borrower Due Diligence &amp; Documentation: Built-in KYC workflows, end-use declarations, and support for digital documentation allow lenders to maintain audit-ready records without the paperwork headache.&nbsp;</li><li>Renewal &amp; Top-Up Governance: The LMS mandates fresh appraisals, formal requests, and borrower eligibility checks before allowing renewals or top-ups, fully aligned with the latest RBI rules.&nbsp;</li><li>Unclaimed Collateral Tracking: Automated reminders and borrower/legal heir tagging ensure that no gold sits idle beyond two years without follow-up.&nbsp;</li><li>Granular Reporting &amp; Disclosures: Generate RBI-compliant reports covering loan books, LTV ratios, NPAs, and silver/gold collateral split, ensuring accurate disclosures and audit readiness.</li></ol><h2 class="heading-node" id="c9forklek" style="text-align: justify">Future-Ready Lending Begins with the Right Infrastructure</h2>As regulators push for greater accountability and transparency, lenders must embrace intelligent systems that can adapt to compliance, not just support lending.&nbsp; &nbsp; At Finflux by M2P, we’re building the tools that help lenders not just comply but grow responsibly. Whether you’re a bank, NBFC, or cooperative institution, our LMS is engineered to help you navigate the complexities of gold-backed lending with speed, clarity, and confidence.&nbsp; &nbsp; Want to see how Finflux by M2P can future proof your gold loan operations?<a class="link" href="https://m2pfintech.com/contact-us/?utm_source=lending_blog">Get in touch</a> with us today.<a class="link fui-Link ___1idfs5o f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f2hkw1w fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1h8hb77 f1x7u7e9 f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="https://m2pfintech.com/newsletter/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Subscribe</a>&nbsp;to our newsletter and get the latest fintech news, views, and insights, directly to your inbox.Follow us on&nbsp;<a class="link fui-Link ___1idfs5o f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f2hkw1w fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1h8hb77 f1x7u7e9 f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/m2pfintech/mycompany/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a class="link fui-Link ___1idfs5o f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f2hkw1w fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1h8hb77 f1x7u7e9 f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="https://twitter.com/m2pfintech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Twitter</a>&nbsp;for insightful fintech bytes curated for curious minds like you.

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