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SBI Life Term Insurance

Incorporated in 2001, SBI Life Insurance is currently serving millions of customers through its diverse range of products. They have made it their mission to make insurance accessible to all. And to achieve this incredible feat, they have 947 offices throughout the country.

State Bank Of India currently offers many insurance products like term, retirement, savings, unit-linked, investments, and many more. These comprehensive life insurance policies are available at nominal cost and are designed in such a way that it fulfills every individual/family’s requirement.

SBI Life Term Insurance - At A Glance

Characteristics	Specifications
Company Name	SBI Life Insurance
Headquarters	Mumbai
Year of Establishment	2000
Company Type	Public
Parent Company	Government Of India
CEO	Mahesh Kumar Sharma
Number of Agents	157,792
Number of Branch Offices	29,000+
Total Claim Settlement Ratio (2019-2020)	98.88%

What Exactly Is Term Insurance?

Term Insurance is a type of life insurance that is covered for a specified term and in case of death, guarantees payment to the beneficiary. In simple words, it’s life insurance for a specific duration. And once the term expires, the holder/owner can renew it for another term or can terminate the policy.

And when you do buy term life insurance, the company, in this case, SBI, will determine the premiums based on the payout amount, your health, gender, and age. If the policyholder dies during the term, the State Bank Of India will pay the insured amount to the beneficiaries. And oh, the said amount is not taxable in most cases. Beneficiaries can use the insured amount to pay off any debt, healthcare bills, funeral costs, etc.

But if the policy expires before the policyholder’s death then there won’t be any payout. Usually, these policies have no savings component other than insuring one’s life. And that’s why the premiums are affordable as it only provides benefits post-death.

What Are The Benefits & Features Of SBI Term Insurance?

Financial Protection – It essentially keeps the family protected after the unforeseeable death of the policyholder. It gives peace of mind to the family as the policy helps the family to be financially secured in case of the holder’s demise.

Different Plan Options – According to individual needs and requirements, SBI Life Term Insurance provides different plan options.

Flexible Premiums – Every plan is made keeping in mind the consumer’s budget and that’s why SBI Term Insurance offers plans that will fit according to the buyer’s requirement. The company wants to provide life cover to everyone at an extremely nominal cost. The policyholder has the flexibility to pay these premiums on a monthly/quarterly/yearly basis.

Add Ons: The best part about SBI life insurance is that one can choose ‘Add-ons’ that are available with basic plans.

High Claim Settlement – SBI Life Insurance is known for its high claim settlement ratio. In FY 19-20, the insurance company had a ratio of 98.88%. It simply means that you can trust the insurance provider to process and approve your claims with minimum problems.

Customer-Centric Service – SBI Life Term Insurance has a customer-first approach and hence ensures customer satisfaction in whatever they do. SBI Life Insurance’s philosophy is based on five intrinsic values such as trustworthiness, innovation, excellence, dynamism, and ambition. And that’s why the insurance provider has an amazing customer service team.

Tax Benefits – If you are paying premiums for life insurance whether it’s monthly/yearly, you can claim a deduction under Section 80C and 10(10D) while filing your taxes.

What Are The Different Types Of SBI Term Insurance?

SBI Life eShield
SBI Life Saral Jeevan Bima
SBI Life Poorna Suraksha
SBI Life Smart Shield
SBI Life Grameen Bima

Plans	Entry age	Maximum age at maturity	Policy term	Sum assured	Premium payment	Premium payment frequency
SBI Life e-Shield	18 years to 65 years	85 years Whole Life cover: 100 years last birthday	5 to 30 years	Minimum: Rs. 50 lacs Maximum: No limit	Regular pay	Monthly, Quarterly, Half-yearly, Annually & Single
SBI Life Saral Jeevan Bima	18 years to 65 years	70 years	5 to 40 years	Minimum: Rs.5 lacs Maximum:Rs. 50 lacs	Limited Pay – 5, 10, 12 Regular Pay, & Single	Monthly, Half-yearly, Annually & Single
SBI Life Poorna Suraksha	Minimum: 18 years Maximum: 65 years	28 years to 75 years	10 to 30 years	Minimum: Rs.20 lacs Maximum: Rs. 2.5 crore	Regular pay	Annual Semi-annual Monthly
SBI Life Smart Shield	Minimum: 18 years Maximum: 60 years	80 years	Minimum: 5 years Maximum: 80 years less age at entry	Minimum: Rs.25 lacs Maximum: No limit	Single and regular pay	Monthly, Quarterly, Half-yearly, Annually & Single
SBI Life Grameen Bima	Minimum: 18 years Maximum: 50 years	50 years	5 years	Minimum: Rs.10 thousand Maximum: Rs. 50 thousand	Single	Single

Features Of SBI Life Term Insurance Plans

1. SBI Life e-Shield Plan

This is a basic non-linking, non-participating term plan.
Lower premium rates for non-smokers.
This insurance plan has 3 options – Level Cover, Increasing Cover, and Level Cover with Future-Proofing Benefit.
It also includes terminal illness benefits.
You can choose an additional two Rider coverage options.
The SBI Life e-Shield plan has options that will meet your other requirements – Death Benefit Payment, Better Half Benefit.
In case the policyholder gets diagnosed with terminal illness while the policy is active, then on the date of the diagnosis, the holder will get a sum assured on death (maximum is Rs. 2,00,00,000.

2. SBI Life Saral Jeevan Bima

SBI Life Saral Jeevan Bima plan is basically a standard insurance plan at an affordable rate.

Flexible payment options. You can choose to pay the premium once or regularly or for a limited period.

If the policyholder dies due to an accident then the beneficiary will receive –

For Regular & Limited Premium payment policies, it is the Highest of
A. 10 times the Annualized premium
B. 105% of all premiums paid till the date of death
C. Absolute amount assured+ to be paid on death

For Single policies, it is Higher of
A. 125% of Single premium
B. Absolute amount assured+ to be paid on death

If the death is due to other reasons then the beneficiary will receive 100% of all premiums paid excluding taxes.

3. SBI Life Poorna Suraksha Plan

SBI Life Poorna Suraksha plan provides quite comprehensive coverage against death to the policyholder.
This insurance plan covers Critical Illness and if the need arises, will automatically adjust the amount that is assured between critical illness and life every year.
The premium remains constant throughout the term of the policy.
Covers 36 critical illnesses and in case the policyholder is diagnosed with one, then all future premiums are waived off.

4. SBI Life Smart Shield Plan

SBI Life Smart Shield plan has two options – Level Term Assurance & Increasing Term Assurance and you can choose any of them according to your financial needs.
You can get a comprehensive cover that also offers two rider options at a reasonable rate. (Accidental Death Benefit Rider, Accidental Total & Permanent Disability Benefit Rider).

5. SBI Life Grameen Bima

You can get a life cover with a single payment
No medical checkup is required for this insurance
Simple procedure
Secures your family financial stability at a very nominal rate.

Exclusions Under SBI Term Insurance Plans

Suicide Exclusion: There Are Some Exclusions Of SBI Term Insurance That You Need To Know Suicide Exclusion – If the policyholder commits suicide within a year of the policy date/reinstatement date then the nominee will receive up to 80% of the premiums paid. However, post that, the policy will be considered void and the beneficiary won’t be able to claim anything else.

Exclusion for Accidental Death Benefit: If the policyholder dies due to either of these events then the nominee won’t be entitled to any claims –

Drug Abuse
Infection
Self-inflicted injury
Criminal Acts
War or Civil Commotion
Dangerous sports and other activities

How Can You Buy an SBI Term Insurance Plan?

Well, you can simply buy the plan online.

Visit the SBI Life Insurance website.
Select the plan you are interested in and fill up the form.
You can also select the additional options/Riders to calculate the Premium
Select the payment frequency
Fill in the details according to your government ID
Select the payment mode and pay
Just in case you are not happy with the premium amount or have any doubts, you can request a call with the customer care service executive.

What Are The Documents Required?

For Age proof – Aadhar card/Passport/Rental Agreement/Birth Certificate
For Identity proof – PAN card/Aadhar card/Passport/license
Latest Medical certificate
And income proof – salary slips/income tax returns.

How To Renew Your SBI Term Insurance Plan?

You can do it at home! Visit the SBI Life Insurance website, click the services category. Under that, click Online Premium Payment, fill out the information. Someone from the customer care service will get in touch with you to help you with the renewal.

Claim Settlement Of SBI Life Term Insurance

SBI Life Term insurance plans have an easy claim settlement process. You can settle a claim both online and offline.

Here’s How You Can Claim SBI Term Insurance Online

Step 1: Claim Intimation

Well, the first step is to intimate your claim. Go to the maturity section of the SBI Life Insurance website and submit your claim form along with all the required documents. Or you can also intimate them via email. Write to them at claims@sbilife.co.in and let them know!

Step 2: Document Submission

After intimating the claim, you can submit the mandated documents at claims@sbilife.co.in. Or you can visit your nearest SBI Life branch and submit the required documents.

Step 3: Decision and Settlement

Your claim will be assessed and the documents will be checked to make a decision. Once the amount is decided, the amount will be released according to the policy.

You Can Claim SBI Term Insurance OFFLINE Too!

It’s pretty simple. Call their customer care helpline (1800 267 9090) and lodge a claim or you can go to your nearest SBI Life Insurance branch.

Documents Required To Make An Insurance Claim?

For Death Claim:

Claim Form
Original Policy Document
Original/Attested Death Certificate
Beneficiary’s current address proof
Nominee’s photo ID proof
Claimant’s bank statement and printed Bank account number

Other Additional Documents:

Medical certificate
Hospital treatment certificate
Employer’s certificate (for salaried individuals)
Copy of Panchnama Report/FIR/Post Mortem Report
Copy of Inquest Report/Police Final Report.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the different Add Ons available with SBI Life Term Insurance Plans?

Yes, SBI Life offers Critical Illness cover, Permanent Disability Cover, and Accidental Death Benefit Cover.

2. How will the premium calculation be affected by those who smoke?

As smoking is hazardous, it increases the risk for the person developing throat or lung cancer. And that’s why smokers have to pay a higher premium.

3. What are the documents required for surrendering my SBI Life Smart Swadhan Plus?

You have to fill and submit a surrender form along with the required documents to the nearest SBI Life Insurance branch. Documents include:

Recent photograph of the policyholder
Original Policy document
Original photo ID and address proof and one self-attested copy.
Bank Details (Account statement that shows recent transactions or original bank passbook and one self-attested copy.
Cancelled Cheque

4. Can I revive my SBI Life Term Insurance policy if I haven’t paid the premium for some time?

SBI offers a grace period which is usually 15 days for a monthly payment and 30 days for other payment options. If the payment isn’t done within that time period, your policy will lapse. You can still revive the lapsed policy within a certain time frame. Do refer to your policy documents for more information.

5. I have misplaced/lost my SBI Smart Shield Insurance policy. Help.

You can apply for a duplicate document. You will have to pay a small charge for documentation and sign an indemnity form. Just in case the value of the policy is considered high then you will have to provide a surety too.

6. Is the medical examination necessary when purchasing SBI Term Insurance?

Yes. It helps in understanding your current health status which is a key factor in the evaluation process. Based on your medical history and current health status, your insurance policy can be either accepted at the normal rates or accepted with an extra premium or declined.

7. Can I add riders after I have purchased my SBI Life Poorna Suraksha Insurance policy?

Yes! You can add them anytime during your policy term.

8. Will the SBI Term Insurance policy provides coverage outside India if I am traveling?

Yes, although it is subject to terms and conditions. Please refer to your policy documents for more information.

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