Best Personal Loan Rates in Malaysia 2026

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Compare personal loan and personal financing-i rates from 18 banks. Filter by sector, loan amount and tenure. Calculate your monthly repayment instantly.

Rates verified: 16 Jul 2026, 10:05 AM MYT. Figures are advertised “from” rates — your actual rate depends on your income and CCRIS/CTOS credit profile.
RCompiled & reviewed by the Rates.my Editorial Team · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 10:05 AM MYT · Editorial standards
Lowest Flat Rate
3.06% p.a.
MBSB Bank (Govt)
Lowest EIR
5.80% p.a.
True cost of loan
Max Loan Amount
RM 250,000
Standard Chartered
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⚠️Important: Only borrow what you can afford to repay. Total monthly loan commitments should not exceed 60% of your gross income (Debt Service Ratio). Rates shown are indicative — final rates depend on your credit profile.

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Estimate how much you can borrow based on your income and existing commitments, using Bank Negara's 60% Debt Service Ratio (DSR) guideline.

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You may be able to borrow up to
RM98,873
at 3.06% flat with MBSB Bank over 5 years
Free for new loan / month
RM1,900
Banks available to you
18 of 18
Current DSR usage13% / 60%

Indicative only. Actual approval depends on your CCRIS/CTOS record, employer, and each bank's assessment. DSR limits vary by income band and lender.

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5 years (60 months)
MBSB
MBSB Bank
MBSB Personal Financing-i
Monthly Repayment
RM576.50
Total Interest
RM4,590.00
Total Repayment
RM34,590.00
Flat 3.06% · EIR 5.80%
Recommended min. salary to stay under 60% DSR
RM961/month
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🏆 #1 · Lowest flat rate
MBSB
MBSB Bank
MBSB Personal Financing-i
High loan amount for civil servants
IslamicGovt OnlyNo Processing FeeNo Early Settlement Fee
3.06%
flat p.a.
EIR 5.80%
Max Loan
Up to RM250k
Tenure
1–10 years
Min. Income
RM3,000/mo
Processing Fee
Free
RM30,000 over 5 yrs
Est. monthlyRM576.50
  • Up to RM250,000 financing amount
  • Government employees only
  • Shariah-compliant
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CBP
Co-opbank Pertama
Co-opbank Pertama Lestari-i
Lowest rate for government servants
IslamicGovt OnlyNo Processing FeeNo Early Settlement Fee
3.45%
flat p.a.
EIR 6.31%
Max Loan
Up to RM400k
Tenure
1–10 years
Min. Income
RM1,500/mo
Processing Fee
Free
RM30,000 over 5 yrs
Est. monthlyRM586.25
  • Lowest flat rate 3.45% p.a.
  • Government & GLC employees
  • Salary deduction via Biro Angkasa
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AFN
Affin Bank
Affin Islamic Personal Financing-i
Islamic financing, open to private & govt sector
IslamicPrivate OKNo Processing FeeNo Early Settlement Fee
3.50%
flat p.a.
EIR 6.41%
Max Loan
Up to RM400k
Tenure
1–10 years
Min. Income
RM2,000/mo
Processing Fee
Free
RM30,000 over 5 yrs
Est. monthlyRM587.50
  • Profit rate from 3.50% p.a.
  • Up to RM400,000 financing
  • Tenure up to 10 years
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BKR
Bank Rakyat
Bank Rakyat Personal Financing-i
Lowest rate for government servants
IslamicGovt OnlyNo Processing FeeNo Early Settlement Fee
3.61%
flat p.a.
EIR 6.82%
Max Loan
Up to RM400k
Tenure
1–10 years
Min. Income
RM1,600/mo
Processing Fee
Free
RM30,000 over 5 yrs
Est. monthlyRM590.25
  • Fixed rate tiers: 3.42% (up to 1 yr) · 3.61% (>1–5 yrs) · 3.95% (>5–10 yrs)
  • For government & GLC employees
  • Salary deduction via Biro Angkasa
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GX
GXBank
GX Bank FlexiCredit
Lowest private-sector rate, 100% digital
Private OKNo Processing FeeNo Early Settlement FeeDigital Bank
3.78%
flat p.a.
EIR 6.45%
Max Loan
Up to RM150k
Tenure
1–5 years
Min. Income
RM1,500/mo
Processing Fee
Free
RM30,000 over 5 yrs
Est. monthlyRM594.50
  • Lowest rate from 3.78% p.a. (all sectors)
  • Credit limit up to RM150,000
  • Fully digital — instant approval & disbursement
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Personal Loan Malaysia — FAQ

Co-opbank Pertama Lestari-i offers the lowest flat rate at 3.45% p.a. (EIR 6.31%) for government servants. For private-sector employees, GX Bank FlexiCredit starts from 3.78% p.a. flat (EIR 6.92%), followed by AEON Bank at 3.88% and CIMB Cash Plus at 4.38%.

The flat rate is calculated on the original loan amount throughout the tenure. The EIR (Effective Interest Rate) reflects the true cost of borrowing as the outstanding balance reduces monthly. EIR is always higher than flat rate. Use EIR to compare loans fairly.

Typically: MyKad (IC), last 3 months salary slips, last 3 months bank statements, and the latest EPF statement (EA form). Government servants may need the latest payslip showing Biro Angkasa deductions.

Yes. CIMB Cash Plus and Alliance CashFirst accept applicants earning from RM2,000/month. GX Bank FlexiCredit, Bank Islam, and Co-opbank Pertama accept as low as RM1,500/month.

Standard Chartered CashOne offers up to RM250,000. Most banks cap at RM100,000–RM150,000. Loan amounts are also subject to a debt service ratio (DSR) limit — typically your total monthly commitments cannot exceed 60% of gross income.

Functionally yes — you receive a lump sum and repay in monthly instalments. The key difference is Islamic financing uses Shariah-compliant concepts (Tawarruq or Murabahah) instead of interest. There is no riba (interest) involved. Profit rates are comparable to conventional loan rates.

Personal Loan Guide — Malaysia 2026

Government servants (kakitangan kerajaan) enjoy significantly lower interest rates — as low as 3.45% flat — because salary deductions via Biro Angkasa eliminate default risk for banks. Private-sector employees typically pay 3.78%–9% flat rate.
Personal Financing-i uses the Tawarruq (commodity murabahah) structure — you receive cash without paying interest (riba). Instead, a profit rate is charged, comparable to conventional rates. Bank Rakyat, Co-opbank Pertama, Bank Islam, AEON Bank, RHB and MBSB offer fully Shariah-compliant personal financing.
Banks assess your CCRIS/CTOS credit report, income, existing debt commitments and employer type. A clean credit history and stable income get you the best rates. Government servants and professionals (doctors, engineers, lawyers) often get preferential rates.
DSR is your total monthly loan commitments divided by gross income. Bank Negara Malaysia guidelines recommend DSR not exceed 60%. If your DSR is already 50%, you may only qualify for a small additional loan. Use the eligibility calculator above to check affordability.