The Loan Closing Letter is a crucial document in Indian banking practice that marks the formal conclusion of a lending relationship between a financial institution and a borrower. It is issued when a borrower has fully repaid their loan and fulfilled all associated obligations under the original loan agreement. The letter serves multiple purposes: it confirms the loan closure, authorizes the release of any securities or collateral, provides evidence for future reference, and helps the borrower maintain clear credit records. This document is particularly important in the Indian context where it serves as a key document for updating credit bureau records and facilitating the release of property documents in secured loans. The letter must comply with Indian banking regulations and RBI guidelines, and typically includes specific account details, confirmation of final payment, and instructions for collecting original documents.

1. Letter Header: Bank's letterhead, date, reference number, and addressing details of the borrower

2. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a Loan Closure Letter with reference to the original loan agreement/number

3. Loan Account Details: Specific details of the loan account including account number, original loan amount, and date of loan agreement

4. Confirmation of Full Repayment: Clear statement confirming that the loan has been fully repaid and the date of final payment

5. Release of Securities: Statement confirming the release of any securities, collateral, or charges held against the loan

6. No Dues Declaration: Clear statement that no further dues are pending and the borrower has fulfilled all obligations

7. Next Steps: Information about any actions required from the borrower or processes that will follow

8. Contact Information: Details of whom to contact for collection of original documents or further queries

9. Closing and Signature: Formal closing of the letter with authorized signatory details