{"id":15552,"date":"2026-09-25T13:16:59","date_gmt":"2026-09-25T13:16:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/?p=15552"},"modified":"2026-09-25T13:19:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-25T13:19:10","slug":"overdraft-vs-cash-credit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/","title":{"rendered":"Overdraft vs Cash Credit: Meaning, Difference &amp; Features"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Overdraft-vs-Cash-Credit-\u2014-Meaning-Difference-Features-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15553\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Overdraft-vs-Cash-Credit-\u2014-Meaning-Difference-Features-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Overdraft-vs-Cash-Credit-\u2014-Meaning-Difference-Features-30x20.jpg 30w, https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Overdraft-vs-Cash-Credit-\u2014-Meaning-Difference-Features-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Overdraft-vs-Cash-Credit-\u2014-Meaning-Difference-Features.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overdraft and cash credit are short-term business financing facilities used to manage working capital requirements. An overdraft lets a borrower withdraw funds beyond the available account balance up to an approved limit, while cash credit provides access to funds within a sanctioned limit under the lender&#8217;s terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#What_is_an_Overdraft\" >What is an Overdraft?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#Why_is_an_Overdraft_Important_for_a_Business\" >Why is an Overdraft Important for a Business?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#What_is_Cash_Credit\" >What is Cash Credit?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#Why_is_Cash_Credit_Important_for_a_Business\" >Why is Cash Credit Important for a Business?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#Overdraft_vs_Cash_Credit_Key_Difference\" >Overdraft vs Cash Credit: Key Difference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#Overdraft_vs_Cash_Credit_How_Do_They_Work\" >Overdraft vs Cash Credit: How Do They Work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#How_Does_an_Overdraft_Work\" >How Does an Overdraft Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#How_Does_Cash_Credit_Work\" >How Does Cash Credit Work?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#Overdraft_vs_Cash_Credit_Which_One_is_Used_for_Working_Capital\" >Overdraft vs Cash Credit: Which One is Used for Working Capital?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#Advantages_of_Overdraft_Cash_Credit\" >Advantages of Overdraft &amp; Cash Credit<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#Overdraft_vs_Cash_Credit_Which_is_Better\" >Overdraft vs Cash Credit: Which is Better?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#Overdraft_vs_Cash_Credit_vs_Working_Capital_Loan\" >Overdraft vs Cash Credit vs Working Capital Loan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#Documents_Required_for_Overdraft_or_Cash_Credit\" >Documents Required for Overdraft or Cash Credit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#How_to_Apply_for_an_Overdraft_or_Cash_Credit_Facility\" >How to Apply for an Overdraft or Cash Credit Facility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#1_What_is_the_difference_between_overdraft_and_cash_credit\" >1. What is the difference between overdraft and cash credit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#2_What_is_an_overdraft\" >2. What is an overdraft?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#3_What_is_cash_credit\" >3. What is cash credit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#4_Is_an_overdraft_a_loan\" >4. Is an overdraft a loan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#5_Is_cash_credit_a_loan\" >5. Is cash credit a loan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#6_Which_is_better_overdraft_or_cash_credit\" >6. Which is better: overdraft or cash credit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#7_Is_collateral_required_for_overdraft_or_cash_credit\" >7. Is collateral required for overdraft or cash credit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/overdraft-vs-cash-credit\/#8_What_documents_are_required_for_overdraft_or_cash_credit\" >8. What documents are required for overdraft or cash credit?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_Overdraft\"><\/span>What is an Overdraft?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An overdraft is a short-term credit facility that allows an eligible borrower to withdraw more money from an account than the available balance, up to an approved limit. It can help businesses manage temporary cash-flow gaps and meet short-term payment obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An overdraft provides flexibility because the borrower can generally use funds as needed instead of receiving the full facility amount as a conventional <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/term-business-loans-online-india\" rel=\"noopener\">term loan<\/a>. Interest is generally charged on the amount utilised, subject to the applicable lender terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_an_Overdraft_Important_for_a_Business\"><\/span>Why is an Overdraft Important for a Business?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An overdraft can help businesses manage temporary differences between cash inflows and outflows. It may be useful for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meeting urgent supplier payments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Managing delayed customer collections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handling short-term operating expenses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bridging temporary cash-flow gaps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Managing unexpected business expenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The approved limit, interest rate, fees, and security requirements depend on the lender and the borrower&#8217;s financial profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Cash_Credit\"><\/span>What is Cash Credit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cash credit is a short-term working capital facility that lets an eligible business withdraw funds up to a sanctioned limit for permitted business needs. The limit may be determined based on the business&#8217;s working capital requirements and the lender&#8217;s assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cash credit can be used by businesses that have recurring working capital requirements, such as purchasing inventory or raw materials, paying suppliers, and managing operating expenses. The lender may assess factors such as business turnover, financial position, cash flows, inventory, receivables, and applicable security while determining the facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Cash_Credit_Important_for_a_Business\"><\/span>Why is Cash Credit Important for a Business?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cash credit can help businesses maintain liquidity while managing their operating cycle. It may support eligible requirements such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Purchasing inventory or raw materials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paying suppliers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Managing production expenses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meeting regular operating costs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bridging the gap between purchases and customer collections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The actual facility structure, sanctioned limit, and permitted use depend on the lending institution&#8217;s terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overdraft_vs_Cash_Credit_Key_Difference\"><\/span>Overdraft vs Cash Credit: Key Difference<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main difference between overdraft and cash credit is how the facility is structured and how the approved limit is determined. In practice, cash credit is commonly linked to stock or receivables (with periodic stock statements required), while overdrafts are more commonly linked to fixed deposits, property, or extended without collateral to borrowers with a strong banking relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Parameter<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Overdraft<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Cash Credit<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Meaning<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Allows withdrawals beyond the available account balance up to an approved limit*<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Provides funds up to a sanctioned limit for permitted working capital requirements*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Primary purpose<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Managing temporary cash-flow gaps<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Managing recurring working capital requirements<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Limit<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Determined by the lender based on applicable assessment*<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Generally linked to assessed working capital requirements and applicable drawing power*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Interest<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Generally charged on the amount utilised, subject to lender terms*<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Generally charged on the amount utilised, subject to lender terms*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Security<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">May be secured, such as against fixed deposits, property or other collateral, or offered unsecured, depending on the lender*<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Typically linked to drawing power against stock, receivables or other security, though terms vary by lender*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Common use<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Short-term payments and temporary liquidity needs<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Inventory, raw materials and operating expenses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Availability<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Depends on an approved overdraft facility*<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Depends on an approved cash credit facility*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Repayment<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Governed by facility terms*<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Governed by facility terms*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Worked Example<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">For example, a business may have \u20b92 lakh available in its account but need \u20b95 lakh to make an urgent supplier payment. If it has an approved overdraft limit of \u20b94 lakh, it may be able to draw the additional \u20b93 lakh needed, bringing its total access to \u20b95 lakh and covering the payment, subject to the lender&#8217;s terms.*<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">For example, a business with a sanctioned cash credit limit may draw funds to purchase inventory or meet operating expenses as required, subject to the applicable drawing power and lender terms.*<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*Terms, including eligibility, limits, interest rates, fees, security requirements, drawing power, availability, and repayment conditions, may vary by lender. Businesses should review the applicable terms and conditions before selecting a facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overdraft_vs_Cash_Credit_How_Do_They_Work\"><\/span>Overdraft vs Cash Credit: How Do They Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although both facilities can provide access to short-term business funds, they can operate differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_an_Overdraft_Work\"><\/span>How Does an Overdraft Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under an overdraft facility, an eligible borrower receives an approved limit. The borrower can withdraw funds up to that limit when needed and repay the amount used according to the facility terms. For example, if a business has an overdraft limit of \u20b910 lakh and uses \u20b94 lakh, it may have \u20b96 lakh of the approved limit remaining, subject to the lender&#8217;s conditions. As the business deposits funds into the account and reduces the amount used, the available limit may be restored under the facility terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Cash_Credit_Work\"><\/span>How Does Cash Credit Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under a cash credit facility, the lender approves a limit based on the business&#8217;s assessed working capital requirement and applicable security or drawing power. The business can draw funds within the available limit for permitted purposes such as inventory purchases, raw materials, and supplier payments. Repayment and further withdrawals are governed by the lender&#8217;s facility terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overdraft_vs_Cash_Credit_Which_One_is_Used_for_Working_Capital\"><\/span>Overdraft vs Cash Credit: Which One is Used for Working Capital?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both overdraft and cash credit can support working capital, but their suitability depends on the business&#8217;s cash-flow pattern and financing needs. An overdraft may be relevant when a business needs access to funds to bridge temporary cash-flow gaps, such as when customer payments are delayed, but supplier or operating payments are due. Cash credit may be relevant for businesses with recurring working capital requirements involving inventory, raw materials, receivables and supplier payments. The appropriate facility depends on factors such as business operations, cash-flow cycle, funding requirement, security available and the lending partner&#8217;s assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_Overdraft_Cash_Credit\"><\/span>Advantages of Overdraft &amp; Cash Credit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overdraft and cash credit facilities can help businesses manage short-term liquidity and working capital requirements. While both provide access to funds within an approved limit, their use cases may differ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Facility<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Key Advantages<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Overdraft<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Flexible utilisation:<\/strong> Funds can be withdrawn as needed within the approved limit.<br><br><strong>Short-term liquidity:<\/strong> Helps bridge temporary cash-flow gaps and meet urgent financial requirements.<br><br><strong>Interest on utilisation:<\/strong> Interest is generally charged on the amount utilised rather than the entire sanctioned limit, subject to lender terms.<br><br><strong>Access to funds:<\/strong> Provides access to funds when short-term financial needs arise.<br><br><strong>Business continuity:<\/strong> Can help manage urgent payments and operating expenses.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Cash Credit<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Working capital support:<\/strong> Helps finance inventory, raw materials, and eligible operating requirements.<br><br><strong>Flexible withdrawals:<\/strong> Businesses can generally draw funds within the sanctioned limit as required.<br><br><strong>Supports operating cycles:<\/strong> Helps bridge the gap between business expenditure and customer collections.<br><br><strong>Reusable facility:<\/strong> Repaid amounts may become available for further utilisation, subject to facility terms.<br><br><strong>Recurring funding:<\/strong> Can be suitable for businesses with ongoing working capital requirements.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overdraft_vs_Cash_Credit_Which_is_Better\"><\/span>Overdraft vs Cash Credit: Which is Better?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No single facility suits every business. The choice depends on the nature of the business, cash-flow cycle, funding requirement, available security, and lender terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Business Requirement<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Facility to Explore<\/th><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Temporary cash-flow gap<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Overdraft<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Urgent short-term payment<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Overdraft<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Regular inventory funding<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cash Credit<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Raw-material purchases<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cash Credit<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Recurring working capital requirement<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cash Credit<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Flexible access to short-term funds<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Overdraft or Cash Credit, depending on lender terms<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses should compare the sanctioned limit, interest rate, fees, security requirements, drawing conditions, and repayment terms before selecting a facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overdraft_vs_Cash_Credit_vs_Working_Capital_Loan\"><\/span>Overdraft vs Cash Credit vs Working Capital Loan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overdraft and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/unsecured-line-of-credit-loans-india\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cash credit<\/a> are not the only options available for short-term business funding. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/working-capital-loans-india\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">working capital loan<\/a> can also help eligible businesses meet permitted operating requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Parameter<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Overdraft<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cash Credit<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Working Capital Loan<\/th><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Structure<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Credit facility linked to an account<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Revolving working capital facility<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Generally a defined loan amount<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Primary use<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Temporary cash-flow gaps<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Recurring working capital<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Specific short-term business requirements<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Access to funds<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Withdraw as needed against the account, up to the approved limit<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Draw against the sanctioned limit, typically linked to drawing power against stock\/receivables<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Disbursed according to loan terms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Repayment<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Flexible; repay and redraw as cash flow allows, limit is restored on repayment<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Revolving; repay and redraw within the cycle, subject to periodic review<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fixed repayment schedule (EMIs or agreed instalments) over the loan tenure<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Common requirement<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Temporary liquidity<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Inventory and operating cycle<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Inventory, supplier payments and other eligible expenses<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The suitable funding option depends on the business&#8217;s requirements, financial profile, and lending partner&#8217;s assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_Overdraft_or_Cash_Credit\"><\/span>Documents Required for Overdraft or Cash Credit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The required documents can vary by lender, business structure, and facility type. They may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identity and address proof.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business registration documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GST-related documents, where applicable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bank statements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Income tax returns and financial statements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business ownership or partnership documents, where applicable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Details of existing loans or credit facilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stock, receivables or other financial information, where applicable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lender may request additional documents during the credit assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_for_an_Overdraft_or_Cash_Credit_Facility\"><\/span>How to Apply for an Overdraft or Cash Credit Facility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The application process varies by lender and facility. Generally, businesses may need to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Assess the funding requirement:<\/strong> Identify the amount and purpose of the required funds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose the facility:<\/strong> Compare overdraft, cash credit, and other working capital options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check eligibility:<\/strong> Review the lender&#8217;s business, financial, and credit requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit documents:<\/strong> Provide the required identity, business, and financial documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Complete credit assessment:<\/strong> The lender evaluates the business profile, repayment capacity, and other applicable factors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Review the terms:<\/strong> Check the approved limit, interest rate, fees, security, and other conditions before accepting the facility.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overdraft and cash credit are short-term financing facilities that can help businesses manage working capital and cash-flow requirements. An overdraft generally provides access to funds beyond the available account balance within an approved limit, while cash credit is typically structured around an assessed working capital requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before selecting a facility, businesses should compare the interest rate, fees, sanctioned limit, security requirements, permitted usage, and repayment terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_difference_between_overdraft_and_cash_credit\"><\/span>1. What is the difference between overdraft and cash credit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An overdraft allows an eligible borrower to withdraw funds beyond the available account balance up to an approved limit. Cash credit is generally a working capital facility where the sanctioned limit is based on the assessed requirement and applicable drawing power or security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_an_overdraft\"><\/span>2. What is an overdraft?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An overdraft is a short-term credit facility that lets an eligible borrower access funds beyond the available account balance, up to an approved limit. It can help businesses manage temporary cash-flow gaps and short-term payment requirements. The applicable interest, fees, and facility terms depend on the lending partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_cash_credit\"><\/span>3. What is cash credit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cash credit is a short-term working capital facility that allows an eligible business to withdraw funds up to a sanctioned limit. The limit may be determined based on the business&#8217;s working capital requirements and the lender&#8217;s assessment. The facility can help businesses manage recurring expenses such as inventory purchases and supplier payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Is_an_overdraft_a_loan\"><\/span>4. Is an overdraft a loan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An overdraft is a credit facility, not a conventional term loan. It generally allows the borrower to withdraw funds up to an approved limit and repay the utilised amount according to the facility&#8217;s terms. It can provide flexible access to funds when a business faces temporary cash-flow requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Is_cash_credit_a_loan\"><\/span>5. Is cash credit a loan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cash credit is a working capital credit facility rather than a conventional term loan. It provides eligible businesses with access to funds within an approved limit for permitted working capital requirements. It can help businesses manage recurring expenses such as inventory purchases, supplier payments, and other operating needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Which_is_better_overdraft_or_cash_credit\"><\/span>6. Which is better: overdraft or cash credit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Neither facility suits every business. An overdraft may suit temporary liquidity needs, while cash credit may suit recurring working capital needs. The appropriate option depends on the business profile, funding requirement, and lender terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Is_collateral_required_for_overdraft_or_cash_credit\"><\/span>7. Is collateral required for overdraft or cash credit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Security requirements depend on the lender, facility type, and borrower profile. Some facilities may be secured against eligible assets or other security, while certain facilities may be available without collateral subject to applicable lender criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_documents_are_required_for_overdraft_or_cash_credit\"><\/span>8. What documents are required for overdraft or cash credit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Documents may include identity and address proof, business registration documents, GST-related records, bank statements, and financial statements. Depending on the facility, the lender may also request information relating to inventory, receivables, security, or existing credit facilities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overdraft and cash credit are short-term business financing facilities used to manage working capital requirements. An overdraft lets a borrower withdraw funds beyond the available account balance up to an approved limit, while cash credit provides access to funds within a sanctioned limit under the lender&#8217;s terms. What is an Overdraft? 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