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Term Insurance Eligibility Criteria - Explained

At times of financial distress and uncertainty, it is great relief to have a safety net to help you cover for unexpected expenses. One of the most useful investments you can make to fulfil this purpose is that of a term insurance plan. There are a number of term policies that you can avail to meet your requirements as well as make the most of the many additional benefits they offer.

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Written on: 7th July 2024
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However, like all prudent investments, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with what is term insurance as well as how it works. Moreover, it is also advisable to stay apprised of the criteria for term insurance eligibility since this makes the process of availing the term policy of your choice easier and more convenient.

 

What is term insurance?

 

Let us start by delving into the question of "what is term insurance". Simply put, term insurance is a type of life insurance plan in which the policyholder is provided life cover for a specific duration or number of years. It is a simple and cost-effective form of life insurance that provides a predetermined death benefit to the beneficiaries of the insured in case of his or her death.

For the provision of this term coverage, the policyholder pays premiums to the insurer. In the case of term insurance, the lack of maturity benefits means that the premium payments are low and affordable. This is because term insurance plans are purely protective life covers and in the event that the insured survives the term of the policy, the insurer is not liable to pay any amount to the insured.

 

General eligibility criteria of a Term Insurance Plan

 

Before availing a term insurance plan of your choice, it is ideal to confirm if you meet the eligibility criteria laid out for the same. While term insurance eligibility criteria can differ across plans and insurers, there are a few general criteria that are constant across the board:

• The policyholder, or buyer, of the term insurance plan must be an Indian citizen. NRIs & PIOs can also invest in term insurance plans offered by life insurance providers in India.

• For most insurers, it is mandatory that the insured undergoes a medical test for term insurance beforehand. This helps the insurer stay aware of any medical conditions and the risk factor associated and determines the premium amounts the policyholder will be expected to pay.

• In general, the term plan premiums for smokers are higher than for non-smokers. This is because smoking has been proven to pose significant health risks to an individual.

• The policyholder must submit the required documents to complete the application process for term insurance.

 

Documents required to purchase term insurance

As mentioned above, an important aspect of buying a term insurance plan is submitting the required documents to satisfy the underwriting guidelines. These documents can be simply uploaded if you are buying an online term plan, or emailed or couriered directly to the insurer.

• Photo, identity & Address Proof

• Age Proof

• Proof of Income

 

Who can purchase term insurance plans?

 

As you can see above, the eligibility criteria for term insurance plans are quite broad. That is because term plans are designed to be accessible and meet the life insurance needs of a wide variety of individuals and families. Here is a list of who may purchase and benefit from term insurance plans:

• Young Professionals/ Individuals

Term insurance plans greatly benefit people who are just joining the workforce and may not have many liabilities. They provide tax benefits, and can give an early start to securing and planning for your post-retirement future.

• Newly Married People

People who have recently tied the knot can also avail term insurance benefits. You can avail individual plans or a joint term plan to ensure that in your unfortunate absence, the future needs of your spouse can be well looked after.

• Parents

People who either have children or are planning to be parents in the future should certainly consider availing term insurance plans. Particularly, if they are the sole earning members in their family. A term plan will help ensure that in the event of your unfortunate demise, the educational and various other needs of your children will be safeguarded.

• Old People

There are several factors such as increasing life expectancy and post retirement employment options, which have nullified the common belief that you do not require a term insurance plan when you get old. There are many people who chose to work even after retirement and contribute to the household income. Here a term plan may help you to replace the income in the absence of an earner. Many people might also have to support their children even after they retire or could have some unpaid liabilities. A term insurance plan here could ensure that your children’s Life Goals do not face any issues and your liabilities are taken care of in your absence.

 

Why should you get a term insurance plan?

 

While you might be clear about your eligibility status for term insurance, it might also be worth knowing the many term insurance benefits that these plans provide. Here are a few essential reasons why it is worth availing a term insurance plan:

• Affordable

Given that most term insurance plans do not offer maturity benefits, they come at affordable premiums, making them an economical insurance option for many. You can essentially avail high sum assured at low term insurance premiums and ensure that the financial future of your dependents is protected in your absence.

• Flexible Payouts

Term plans also may offer a degree of flexibility when it comes to paying out the death benefit in the event of your unfortunate demise. Depending up on the plan opted for, as per your wishes, your family can receive this amount either as a lump sum and/or as a monthly income. This way, your family can not only receive a substantial amount to meet their life goals but also receive a regular monthly income in your absence.

• Enhanced protection

Term plans also offer you the option of enhancing your coverage by adding various useful riders to your plan at nominal extra cost. These include accidental death benefit, permanent disability benefit, critical illness cover and waiver of premium benefit rider. Such term riders can ensure that in such unfortunate events, your family can be protected from any financial burden.

 

Conclusion

 

Term insurance plans are easily one of the purest and affordable forms of insurance in the market. The eligibility criteria for term plans are quite simple and can provide an economical form of insurance to a wide variety of individuals. At the end of the day, the many benefits that term plans provide make them one of the preferred protection option for people at various life stages, whether they be young professionals, newly married or working parents.

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~Tax benefits as per prevailing Income tax laws shall apply. Please check with your tax consultant for eligibility.

The above information is for general understanding and is meant to educate the general public at large. The reader will have to verify the facts, law and content with the prevailing tax statutes and seek appropriate professional advice before acting on the basis of the above information. 

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*Tax benefits as per prevailing Section 10(10D) and Section 80C of the Income Tax Act shall apply. You are requested to consult your tax consultant and obtain independent advice for eligibility before claiming any benefit under the policy.

~Individual Death Claim Settlement Ratio for FY 2023-2024

1Premium Holiday has to be selected at inception to avail this benefit and also depends on other policy terms & conditions


Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Co. Ltd. | IRDAI Reg. No. 116

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%%Above illustration is for Bajaj Allianz Life eTouch- A Non Linked, Non-Participating, Individual Life Insurance Term Plan (UIN: 116N172V03) considering Male aged 25 years | Non-Smoker | Policy Term (PT)– 30 years | Premium Payment Term (PPT) – 30 years | Sum Assured opted is Rs. 1,00,00,000 | Online Channel | Standard Life | 1st Year Premium is Rs. 6,238. 2nd Year onwards premium is Rs. 6,659. Total Premium Paid is Rs. 1,99,349 | Medical Rates | Yearly Premium Payment Mode | Death benefit opted is lumpsum payout and monthly installments (Lumpsum Payout Percentage : 45, Income Payout Percentage : 55) | Premium shown above is exclusive of Goods & Service Tax/any other applicable tax levied, subject to changes in tax laws, and any extra premium and is for illustrative purpose only. This is inclusive of all the discounts mentioned above.

##Tax benefits as per prevailing Section 10(10D) and Section 80C of the Income Tax Act shall apply. You are requested to consult your tax consultant and obtain independent advice for eligibility before claiming any benefit under the policy.Above Tax benefit is calculated considering deduction of Rs. 150,000 and applicable tax rate of 31.20%.

@Term Insurance plan bought online directly from Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance has no commissions involved.

^^The Return of Premium amount is total of all the premiums received, exclusive of extra premium, rider premium and GST & /any other applicable tax levied, subject to changes in tax laws
Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Co. Ltd. | IRDAI Reg. No. 116

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Bajaj Allianz Life eTouch- A Non Linked, Non-Participating, Individual Life Insurance Term Plan (UIN: 116N172V04)

*Tax benefits as per prevailing Section 10(10D) and Section 80C of the Income Tax Act shall apply. You are requested to consult your tax consultant and obtain independent advice for eligibility before claiming any benefit under the policy.Above Tax benefit is calculated considering deduction of Rs. 150,000 and applicable tax rate of 31.20%.

~Individual Death Claim Settlement Ratio for FY 2023-2024

1Premium Holiday has to be selected at inception to avail this benefit and also depends on other policy terms & conditions


Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Co. Ltd. | IRDAI Reg. No. 116


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2Above illustration is for Bajaj Allianz Life eTouch II- A Non-Linked, Non-Participating, Individual Life Insurance Term Plan (UIN: 116N198V01) considering Male aged 23 years | Non-Smoker Preferred | Annual Income =>Rs. 15,00,000 per annum | Indian Resident | Policy Term (PT)– 30 years | Premium Payment Term (PPT) – 30 years | Sum Assured opted is Rs. 2,00,00,000 | Online Channel | Standard Life | 1st Year Premium is Rs. 7,159. 2nd Year onwards premium is Rs. 7,760. Total Premium is Rs. 2,32,199 | Medical Rates | Yearly Premium Payment Mode | Death benefit opted is lumpsum payout and monthly instalments (Lumpsum Payout Percentage : 40, Income Payout Percentage : 60). Income payout instalment opted for 40 years | Premium shown above is inclusive of Online Discount only, no other discounts have been considered and exclusive of Goods & Service Tax/ any other applicable tax levied, subject to changes in tax laws, and any extra premium and is for illustrative purpose only. For more details on risk factors, terms and conditions please read sales brochure & policy document (available on www.bajajallianzlife.com) carefully before concluding a sale.

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*Tax benefits as per prevailing Section 10(10D) and Section 80C of the Income Tax Act shall apply. You are requested to consult your tax consultant and obtain independent advice for eligibility before claiming any benefit under the policy. Above Tax benefit is calculated considering deduction of Rs. 150,000 and applicable tax rate of 31.20%.

^^Get Free Health Management Services upto Rs. 31,000 per year

Health Management Services Frequency Cost (₹)
Doctor Insta-Consultations 3 consultations per month = 36 consultations per year Average cost per session = ₹500
Total cost per year = ₹500 * 36 = ₹18,000
Health Coach
(Diet & nutrition consultations)
1 consultation per month =
12 consultations per year
Average cost per session = ₹500
Total cost per year = ₹500 * 12 = ₹6,000
Emotional Wellness
(Psychologists consultations)
1 consultation per month =
12 consultations per year
Average cost per session = ₹500
Total cost per year = ₹500 * 12 = ₹6,000
Network discounts: Throughout the year Assumption – Total expense on these services throughout the year
Medicines (M) = ₹5,000
Lab-test booking (L) = ₹5,000
Total discounts that can be availed:
M - 10% = ₹500
L - 10% = ₹500
Total per year as per assumption ₹31,000

Note: The above mentioned costs are based on estimated average market price for respective services. T&C apply.

Doctor Insta-Consultations and Health Coach Services are unlimited and the above numbers are assumed only for the purpose of calculation of the yearly benefit.

Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Co. Ltd. | IRDAI Reg. No. 116

 

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