{"id":42711,"date":"2026-09-01T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T09:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/?p=42711"},"modified":"2026-09-01T08:58:16","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T03:28:16","slug":"what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"What should I consider when choosing a term insurance plan in India?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue 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 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india\/#claim_settlement_ratio_the_most_important_metric\" >claim settlement ratio. the most important metric<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india\/#amount_settlement_ratio_not_just_the_ratio\" >amount settlement ratio. not just the ratio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india\/#solvency_ratio_financial_strength\" >solvency ratio. financial strength<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india\/#sum_assured_calculate_it_properly\" >sum assured. calculate it properly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india\/#policy_term_match_it_to_responsibilities\" >policy term. match it to responsibilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india\/#buy_early_premiums_are_lowest_in_the_20s\" >buy early. premiums are lowest in the 20s<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india\/#riders_add_only_what_is_needed\" >riders. add only what is needed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india\/#what_to_avoid\" >what to avoid<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-should-i-consider-when-choosing-a-term-insurance-plan-in-india\/#frequently_asked_questions\" >frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">term insurance is simple in design. it pays a lump sum if the policyholder dies during the term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">but choosing the right plan requires looking beyond the premium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"claim_settlement_ratio_the_most_important_metric\"><\/span><strong>claim settlement ratio. the most important metric<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">the claim settlement ratio is the percentage of death claims an insurer pays out. the industry&#8217;s four-year average is 98.66%. look for a four-year average above 99%. this indicates the insurer is not using claim rejection as a cost management tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">insurer<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">4-year avg csr<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">solvency ratio<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>max life insurance<\/td><td>~99.50%+<\/td><td>2.01<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>hdfc life<\/td><td>99.68%<\/td><td>1.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>tata aia life<\/td><td>~99.20%+<\/td><td>1.80<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>icici prudential<\/td><td>99.30%<\/td><td>2.13<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>sbi life<\/td><td>99.40%<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>bajaj allianz<\/td><td>99.29%<\/td><td>5.16<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"amount_settlement_ratio_not_just_the_ratio\"><\/span><strong>amount settlement ratio. not just the ratio<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">the claim settlement ratio tells how many claims were approved. the amount settlement ratio tells how much money actually got paid. a company can approve 99 claims out of 100 but pay only 80% of the sum assured on average. look for an amount settlement ratio above 95%. this ensures high-value claims are paid in full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"solvency_ratio_financial_strength\"><\/span><strong>solvency ratio. financial strength<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">the solvency ratio measures the insurer&#8217;s financial health. it is the ratio of available assets to liabilities. irdai requires a minimum of 1.5. look for insurers above 1.80. the higher the number, the stronger the insurer&#8217;s ability to pay claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"sum_assured_calculate_it_properly\"><\/span><strong>sum assured. calculate it properly<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">the old rule of thumb is 10-15 times annual income. but that is a starting point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>the income multiple method.<\/strong>&nbsp;ideal sum assured = (annual income \u00d7 15) + outstanding debts &#8211; current assets. for a \u20b912 lakh annual income with a \u20b950 lakh home loan, the ideal cover is at least \u20b92 crore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>the human life value method.<\/strong>&nbsp;this accounts for inflation, future expenses, and the family&#8217;s lifestyle. it is a more accurate approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"policy_term_match_it_to_responsibilities\"><\/span><strong>policy term. match it to responsibilities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">the policy term should align with the period of financial dependency. if the home loan is for 20 years, the term should cover at least 20 years. if children&#8217;s education is 15 years away, the term should extend to that point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">buying a term that expires before the financial responsibilities end means the family may not have coverage when it is most needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"buy_early_premiums_are_lowest_in_the_20s\"><\/span><strong>buy early. premiums are lowest in the 20s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">a 25-year-old pays roughly \u20b9500-700 per month for \u20b91 crore cover. a 35-year-old pays \u20b9900-1,500. a 45-year-old pays \u20b92,000+. waiting a decade can more than double the cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">buying early also means locking in the premium for the entire term. health conditions that emerge later do not affect the rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"riders_add_only_what_is_needed\"><\/span><strong>riders. add only what is needed<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>critical illness rider.<\/strong>&nbsp;pays a lump sum on diagnosis of covered illnesses like cancer or heart disease. useful for covering treatment costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>accidental death benefit.<\/strong>&nbsp;provides an additional payout if death is caused by an accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>waiver of premium.<\/strong>&nbsp;ensures the policy continues if premiums cannot be paid due to disability or critical illness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">do not buy riders just because they exist. add only what the situation needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_to_avoid\"><\/span><strong>what to avoid<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>hiding medical information.<\/strong>&nbsp;non-disclosure gives the insurer grounds to deny the claim later. disclose smoking, diabetes, previous surgeries, and existing illnesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>bundled products.<\/strong>&nbsp;endowment plans, money-back policies, and ulips offer a low sum assured (usually only 10 times the premium) and high commissions. for a young earner, these are a poor fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>choosing the first plan seen.<\/strong>&nbsp;compare at least three policies before buying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span><strong>frequently asked questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. what is the most important factor when choosing a term insurance plan?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">the claim settlement ratio. a plan with low premiums is useless if the insurer does not pay claims. look for a four-year average above 99%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. how much term insurance cover is enough?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">a minimum of 15-20 times annual income, plus outstanding debts. the formula is: (annual income \u00d7 15) + outstanding debts &#8211; current assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. what is the amount settlement ratio?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">the percentage of the claimed amount that actually gets paid. a company can have a high csr but low asr. look for above 95%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. should I buy term insurance online or offline?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">online plans are usually cheaper because there is no agent commission. but the process requires self-service. the coverage and claim process are the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. can nris buy term insurance in india?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">yes. premiums are often 40-50% cheaper than international markets. many insurers offer video-medical facilities for 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