FA

Financial Awareness

Contact discovery for dispute resolution

Problem detail

Excess Charges Or Penalties

The borrower is charged fees, penal interest, or other amounts that seem incorrect or excessive.

General

Required documents

  • Loan or credit card account statement
  • Payment receipts and bank statements
  • Charge details or penalty notices
  • Terms and conditions or fee schedule

Contact order

  1. Customer Support
  2. Grievance Officer
  3. Nodal Officer
  4. Ombudsman / Regulator

Timeline

  • Review and response: 7–10 business days
  • Correction or rollback: 10–20 business days
  • Escalation if unresolved: 30 days

Escalation path

  • Request a detailed fee breakdown from the lender
  • Escalate to grievances if charges are not justified or corrected
  • Show the agreed terms if penalty does not match the contract
  • File complaint with ombudsman if the lender refuses to adjust wrongful charges