The Intra Group Loan Agreement is essential for documenting financial arrangements between related companies in India. It is typically used when one group company has excess funds and another requires financing for business operations, capital expenditure, or working capital needs. The document must comply with Indian regulatory requirements, including the Companies Act, 2013, Income Tax Act (particularly transfer pricing provisions), and RBI guidelines. This agreement is crucial for maintaining transparency in related party transactions and ensuring arm's length pricing. It should include board approvals, shareholder resolutions if required by law, and proper documentation of interest rates and terms to withstand regulatory scrutiny. The agreement becomes particularly important during tax audits, corporate restructuring, or when demonstrating compliance with corporate governance standards.

1. Parties: Identification of the lender and borrower companies, including registration details and registered offices

2. Background: Context of the intra-group loan, relationship between the parties, and purpose of the loan

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Definitions of key terms and interpretation rules for the agreement

4. The Facility: Details of the loan amount, purpose, and drawdown mechanisms

5. Interest: Interest rate, calculation method, payment periods, and default interest provisions

6. Repayment: Terms and schedule of repayment, prepayment provisions

7. Conditions Precedent: Conditions that must be satisfied before the loan can be drawn

8. Representations and Warranties: Standard corporate representations and specific declarations regarding the loan

9. Covenants: Positive and negative obligations of the borrower during the loan period

10. Events of Default: Circumstances constituting default and consequences

11. Tax Provisions: Treatment of taxes, including withholding tax and transfer pricing compliance

12. Costs and Expenses: Allocation of costs related to the agreement and transaction

13. Notices: Communication procedures between parties

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Indian law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes