{"id":9826,"date":"2026-06-25T11:43:33","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T06:13:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/?p=9826"},"modified":"2026-06-25T11:43:35","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T06:13:35","slug":"sma-in-cibil-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/","title":{"rendered":"SMA in CIBIL Report: Meaning, Types, Impact &#038; How to Clear It\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many borrowers focus on their credit score but overlook other important indicators in their credit profile. One such indicator is SMA status. If your loan account shows delayed repayments, lenders may classify it as an SMA before it becomes an NPA. Understanding SMA in a CIBIL report can help you take corrective action before your credit profile deteriorates further.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since lenders regularly review repayment patterns, even a short delay in EMI payments can trigger closer monitoring of your loan account. Recognizing SMA classifications early allows borrowers to address overdue amounts,&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;healthy credit behaviour, and reduce the risk of facing difficulties when applying for future loans or credit facilities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 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 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ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#SMA_Classification_Types_of_SMA_Accounts\" >SMA Classification: Types of SMA Accounts&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#SMA_vs_DPD_in_CIBIL_What_Is_the_Difference\" >SMA vs DPD in CIBIL: What Is the Difference?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#How_SMA_Status_Appears_in_Your_CIBIL_Report\" >How SMA Status Appears in Your CIBIL Report&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#Impact_of_SMA_on_CIBIL_Score_and_Loan_Eligibility\" >Impact of SMA on CIBIL Score and Loan Eligibility&nbsp;<\/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.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#How_to_Remove_SMA_Status_and_Recover\" >How to Remove SMA Status and Recover&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#FAQs_on_SMA_in_CIBIL\" >FAQs on SMA in CIBIL&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#What_is_SMA_full_form_in_banking\" >What is SMA full form in banking?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#What_is_the_difference_between_SMA_and_NPA\" >What is the difference between SMA and NPA?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#Does_SMA_in_CIBIL_report_affect_loan_approval\" >Does SMA in CIBIL report affect loan approval?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#How_long_does_SMA_status_stay_on_CIBIL_report\" >How long does SMA status stay on CIBIL report?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#What_is_SMA-NF_non-financial_stress\" >What is SMA-NF (non-financial stress)?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/#What_is_the_difference_between_SMA_and_DPD_in_CIBIL\" >What is the difference between SMA and DPD in CIBIL?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SMA_Full_Form_and_Meaning\"><\/span>SMA Full Form and Meaning&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SMA full form is Special Mention Account. It is a classification introduced by the RBI in 2014 for loan accounts showing early signs of financial stress, such as delayed or irregular repayments, before they become Non-Performing Assets (NPAs).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SMA full form in banking refers to a monitoring mechanism used by lenders to&nbsp;identify&nbsp;borrowers who may be at risk of default. While SMA is primarily a lender-side risk management tool, SMA in CIBIL records may also become visible through account reporting, making it important for borrowers to understand its implications. A special mention account in CIBIL often serves as an early warning signal that repayment discipline needs immediate attention.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Borrowers should not ignore an SMA classification, as it&nbsp;provides&nbsp;an opportunity to address repayment issues before they escalate into more serious credit problems. By clearing overdue amounts promptly and&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;regular EMI payments, borrowers can prevent further&nbsp;deterioration of their loan account status and reduce the likelihood of facing restrictions on future borrowing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SMA_Classification_Types_of_SMA_Accounts\"><\/span>SMA Classification: Types of SMA Accounts&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The RBI has defined different SMA categories based on the number of days a payment&nbsp;remains&nbsp;overdue.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>SMA Type<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Days Overdue<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>What It Means<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SMA-0&nbsp;<\/td><td>1\u201330 days&nbsp;<\/td><td>Very early&nbsp;stress; payment overdue but under 30 days&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SMA-1&nbsp;<\/td><td>31\u201360 days&nbsp;<\/td><td>Moderate stress; EMI delayed by 31\u201360 days&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SMA-2&nbsp;<\/td><td>61\u201390 days&nbsp;<\/td><td>High stress; last stage before NPA classification&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SMA-NF&nbsp;<\/td><td>N\/A&nbsp;<\/td><td>Non-Financial stress \u2014 operational or management concerns&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NPA&nbsp;<\/td><td>90+ days&nbsp;<\/td><td>Classified as Non-Performing Asset after 90 days&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The progression from SMA-0 to SMA-2&nbsp;indicates&nbsp;increasing repayment stress. If corrective action is not taken, the account may eventually be classified as an NPA.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SMA_vs_DPD_in_CIBIL_What_Is_the_Difference\"><\/span>SMA vs DPD in CIBIL: What Is the Difference?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although both SMA and DPD relate to repayment behaviour, they serve different purposes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>SMA<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>DPD (Days Past Due)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Who Uses It&nbsp;<\/td><td>Lender internal classification&nbsp;<\/td><td>Appears in borrower CIBIL report&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Purpose&nbsp;<\/td><td>Early warning for lender risk management&nbsp;<\/td><td>Tracks repayment delay on report&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Visible in CIBIL&nbsp;<\/td><td>Yes \u2014 under account status&nbsp;<\/td><td>Yes \u2014 under payment history&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Values&nbsp;<\/td><td>SMA-0, SMA-1, SMA-2&nbsp;<\/td><td>000, 030, 060, 090 (numeric days)&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Borrowers often ask what\u00a0is SMA reporting in CIBIL. In simple terms, SMA helps lenders\u00a0identify\u00a0potential credit risk early, while DPD reflects the actual payment delay history reported in your credit file. To understand how repayment delays are measured, learn\u00a0what is DPD in CIBIL report\u00a0and how it influences SMA classification\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_SMA_Status_Appears_in_Your_CIBIL_Report\"><\/span>How SMA Status Appears in Your CIBIL Report&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An\u00a0SMA in CIBIL report\u00a0may appear under the account information section associated with a specific loan account. Lenders use this classification to\u00a0indicate\u00a0that the account has shown signs of repayment stress but has not yet crossed the threshold\u00a0required\u00a0for NPA classification.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When reviewing your credit report, it is important to check account status, payment history, and overdue information carefully. The presence of a\u00a0special mention account\u00a0classification may\u00a0indicate\u00a0that lenders are\u00a0monitoring\u00a0the account more closely due to delayed payments or other risk factors.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_of_SMA_on_CIBIL_Score_and_Loan_Eligibility\"><\/span>Impact of SMA on CIBIL Score and Loan Eligibility&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The\u00a0impact of SMA in CIBIL report\u00a0can be significant if corrective action is not taken quickly.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Delayed payments may negatively affect your credit score. A lower score can reduce your chances of getting credit in the future.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lenders may view SMA status as an early sign of repayment risk. This can make them more cautious when evaluating your loan application.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Future loan approvals may become more difficult. Some lenders may impose stricter eligibility checks before approving credit.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eligible loan amounts may be reduced. Lenders may limit exposure by offering a smaller sanctioned amount.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Interest rates offered by lenders may increase. Higher rates are often charged to compensate for perceived repayment risk.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Credit card applications may face\u00a0additional\u00a0scrutiny. Issuers may review your repayment history more carefully before approval.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Repeated SMA classifications can increase the risk of NPA status. Continued delays may eventually lead to more serious account classifications.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Existing lenders may closely\u00a0monitor\u00a0repayment behaviour. They may track future payments carefully to assess financial stability.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although SMA status does not necessarily mean loan rejection, it can influence lender confidence and borrowing eligibility.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Remove_SMA_Status_and_Recover\"><\/span>How to Remove SMA Status and Recover&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pay overdue EMIs as soon as possible.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clear outstanding dues before the account progresses to a higher SMA category.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maintain\u00a0consistent repayment behaviour going forward.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Contact the lender if you face temporary financial difficulties.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Request restructuring options if available.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monitor your CIBIL report regularly for updates.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If the SMA status appears due to incorrect reporting or an error, understand\u00a0how to raise a CIBIL dispute\u00a0and\u00a0submit\u00a0supporting documents for correction.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid missing future payments by setting up auto-debit instructions.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Timely corrective action can help prevent further deterioration of your credit profile and improve your financial standing over time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regularly reviewing your credit report can help you\u00a0identify\u00a0repayment issues before they affect your borrowing eligibility. You can\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/check-cibil-score\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>check your CIBIL score free<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and monitor account status changes to stay on top of your credit health.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_SMA_in_CIBIL\"><\/span>FAQs on SMA in CIBIL&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_SMA_full_form_in_banking\"><\/span>What is SMA full form in banking?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SMA stands for Special Mention Account. It is a classification used by lenders to&nbsp;identify&nbsp;loan accounts showing early signs of repayment stress before they become NPAs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_SMA_and_NPA\"><\/span>What is the difference between SMA and NPA?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SMA&nbsp;indicates&nbsp;early repayment stress, while NPA status is assigned when a loan&nbsp;remains&nbsp;overdue for more than 90 days.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_SMA_in_CIBIL_report_affect_loan_approval\"><\/span>Does SMA in CIBIL report affect loan approval?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Lenders may view SMA status as a warning sign, which can affect approval decisions, loan amounts, and interest rates.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_SMA_status_stay_on_CIBIL_report\"><\/span>How long does SMA status stay on CIBIL report?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The duration depends on lender reporting and&nbsp;subsequent&nbsp;repayment&nbsp;behavior. Regular and&nbsp;timely&nbsp;repayments can help improve the account&#8217;s standing over time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_SMA-NF_non-financial_stress\"><\/span>What is SMA-NF (non-financial stress)?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SMA-NF refers to non-financial concerns such as operational, management, or business-related issues that may affect the borrower&#8217;s repayment ability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_SMA_and_DPD_in_CIBIL\"><\/span>What is the difference between SMA and DPD in CIBIL?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SMA is a lender classification used to&nbsp;identify&nbsp;early repayment stress, while DPD reflects the actual number of days a payment is overdue in the borrower&#8217;s credit report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\"> \n\n{ \n\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \n\n  \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\", \n\n  \"itemListElement\": [{ \n\n    \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \n\n    \"position\": 1, \n\n    \"name\": \"Home\", \n\n    \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\" \n\n  },{ \n\n    \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \n\n    \"position\": 2, \n\n    \"name\": \"Blog\", \n\n    \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/\" \n\n  },{ \n\n    \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \n\n    \"position\": 3, \n\n    \"name\": \"Credit Score\", \n\n    \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/\" \n\n  },{ \n\n    \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \n\n    \"position\": 4, \n\n    \"name\": \"SMA in CIBIL Report\", \n\n    \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/\" \n\n  }] \n\n} \n\n<\/script> \n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\"> \n\n{ \n\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \n\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\", \n\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": { \n\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\", \n\n    \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/credit-score\/sma-in-cibil-report\/\" \n\n  }, \n\n  \"headline\": \"SMA in CIBIL Report\", \n\n  \"description\": \"Learn what SMA in CIBIL report means, the types of SMA accounts (SMA-0, SMA-1, SMA-2), and how SMA status impacts your credit score, loan eligibility and how to clear it.\", \n\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/navbar-assest\/Logo-2.png\", \n\n  \"author\": { \n\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\", \n\n    \"name\": \"FatakPay\", \n\n    \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\" \n\n  }, \n\n  \"publisher\": { \n\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\", \n\n    \"name\": \"FatakPay\", \n\n    \"logo\": { \n\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\", \n\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/navbar-assest\/Logo-2.png\" \n\n    } \n\n  }, \n\n  \"datePublished\": \"2026-06-25\", \n\n  \"dateModified\": \"2026-06-25\" \n\n} \n\n<\/script> \n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\"> \n\n{ \n\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \n\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \n\n  \"mainEntity\": [ \n\n  { \n\n    \"@type\": \"Question\", \n\n    \"name\": \"What is SMA full form in banking?\", \n\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": { \n\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\", \n\n      \"text\": \"SMA stands for Special Mention Account. 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Regular and timely repayments can help improve the account's standing over time.\" \n\n    } \n\n  }, \n\n  { \n\n    \"@type\": \"Question\", \n\n    \"name\": \"What is SMA-NF (non-financial stress)?\", \n\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": { \n\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\", \n\n      \"text\": \"SMA-NF refers to non-financial concerns such as operational, management, or business-related issues that may affect the borrower's repayment ability.\" \n\n    } \n\n  }, \n\n  { \n\n    \"@type\": \"Question\", \n\n    \"name\": \"What is the difference between SMA and DPD in CIBIL?\", \n\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": { \n\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\", \n\n      \"text\": \"SMA is a lender classification used to identify early repayment stress, while DPD reflects the actual number of days a payment is overdue in the borrower's credit report.\" \n\n    } \n\n  } \n\n  ] \n\n} \n\n<\/script> \n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many borrowers focus on their credit score but overlook other important indicators in their credit profile. One such indicator is SMA status. If your loan account shows delayed repayments, lenders may classify it as an SMA before it becomes an NPA. 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