1.What type of claims can be filed on an endowment plan?
In case of the policyholder’s death, their nominee can file a death claim on the endowment policy. On the other hand, if the policyholder outlives the policy term, then they are entitled to a maturity benefit and will have to file a maturity claim.
2.Can a claim be processed if the nominee is not in India?
Yes, for online claims, the nominee can upload attested documents or email them. For offline claims, documents must be couriered to a representative in India who can submit them at an office.
3.How can my nominee file an online or offline claim for an endowment plan?
As a nominee, you can file a claim after the policyholder’s death and contact us through any of the given channels:
- Email us at: customercare@tataaia.com
- Call our helpline number - 1860-266-9966 (local charges apply)
- Walk into any of the Tata AIA Life Insurance Company branch offices
- Write directly to us at:
The Claims Department,
Tata AIA Life Insurance Company Limited
B- Wing, 9th Floor,
I-Think Techno Campus,
Behind TCS, Pokhran Road No.2,
Close to Eastern Express Highway,
Thane (West) 400 607.
IRDA Regn. No. 110
4.What documents are needed to file a claim?
Please click here to know the list of documents needed for the claim intimation and settlement process.
5.What are the guaranteed return components in an endowment policy?
The guaranteed2 components in an endowment policy include the sum assured, along with any accrued bonuses as specified in the policy.
6.Can I take a loan against my endowment policy?
Yes, policyholders can take a loan using the surrender value of their endowment plan.
7.How are premiums calculated for an endowment policy?
Premiums are based on your age, policy term, and sum assured. Payment mode and health condition may also affect the amount.
8.What are the extra bonuses provided in an endowment policy?
Extra bonuses may include reversionary bonuses or terminal bonuses added to the maturity payout.
9.How can I decide whether to get an endowment policy?
You can evaluate your need for disciplined savings, life cover, and financial goals before choosing an endowment policy.
10.Can the beneficiary of my endowment policy be changed?
Yes, you can update or change the beneficiary during the policy term, you need to submit a written request and necessary documents to the insurer
11.Is the maturity amount from an endowment plan tax-free?
Yes, it is generally tax exempt3 under Section 10(10D). This is subject to applicable conditions under the Income Tax Act.
12.How endowment plan is different from the Term insurance plan?
Term insurance only provides life cover, while endowment plans combine insurance with savings and maturity benefits.
13.What are guaranteed in endowment plans and what are not?
The sum assured is guaranteed2, while bonuses and extra benefits are not guaranteed and may vary.
14.What are the additional bonuses on endowment policy?
Additional bonuses are declared by the insurer based on profits. They are added to the maturity benefit over the policy term.
15.Do endowment policies provide a payout in the event of the policyholder’s death?
Yes, the nominee receives a death benefit if the policyholder dies before maturity. This helps ensure financial security for the family.