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A 25 year term insurance policy provides affordable coverage for 25 years and pays a death benefit if the policyholder passes Read More...
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A 25 year term plan is a type of life insurance policy with a fixed timeframe of 25 years. It is generally preferred by individuals looking for temporary coverage that aligns with specific financial responsibilities, such as raising children or paying off long-term debt. Further, it is meant purely for life coverage and has no cash value accumulation or investment component.
So, is it the right choice for you and your family? Understanding how 25 year term insurance works and its cost-effectiveness can help you answer this question and make an informed decision.
A 25 year term insurance policy is a contract between you and an insurance company, where the insurer agrees to provide financial support to your loved ones if you pass away within the 25-year period. It is important to note here that if you survive the term, the policy expires at the end of the 25 year period.
When you contact an insurer for a 25 year term insurance plan, the insurer determines your premium rates based on factors like age, health condition, coverage amount, etc. You may also be required to undergo a medical examination and submit certain documents, such as identity proof.
Once the policy is in force, you regularly pay premiums to keep the coverage active. As long as payments are up-to-date, your designated beneficiaries will receive the death benefit if you pass away within the 25 year term. If you survive the term, the coverage ends, and no death benefit is paid out. However, if you add the Return of Premium rider to your policy, you will receive a refund of the premiums after the expiry of 25 years.
A 25 year term life insurance policy represents a thoughtful balance between comprehensive protection and financial prudence. In addition to offering a guaranteed payout to your nominees, it has the following benefits:
25 year term insurance policies provide coverage for a limited duration without any investment component. These policies thus offer lower premiums compared to permanent or whole life insurance.
You can customize your term policy to suit your needs better by adding riders. This can include riders related to critical illness, accident insurance, and Return of Premium.
Section 80C of the Income Tax Act allows you to claim tax deductions up to ₹1,50,000 for the premiums paid for life insurance term plans. The maturity proceeds will also be tax-free under Section 10(10D).
Term plans eliminate the stress of financial uncertainty during your prime earning years. You can rest assured that your family members can maintain their lifestyle, continue educational pursuits, and meet financial obligations without disruption, even in your absence.
As mentioned earlier, insurers combine a lot of factors to determine your premium rates. You can also estimate the same using online premium calculators.
The calculator will generate an estimated monthly or annual premium based on your inputs. You can adjust the coverage amount or term length to see how it affects the premium.
Making a decision about 25 year term insurance is an important step in protecting your family’s future. Take time to evaluate your family’s specific needs, discuss options with your spouse or partner, and seek guidance from a financial advisor. Remember that your insurance needs may change as your life circumstances evolve, so staying informed and reviewing your coverage periodically makes good financial sense. Being proactive about securing term insurance today can provide invaluable peace of mind for decades to come.
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The premium for a 25 year term insurance policy is calculated based on factors such as your age, health, lifestyle, coverage amount, and the insurer’s underwriting criteria. Younger, healthier individuals generally pay lower premiums.
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Yes, most insurers offer add-on riders with 25 year term insurance, such as critical illness, accidental death, waiver of premium, and income benefit riders. These riders allow for extra coverage tailored to specific needs.
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Many 25 year term insurance plans allow you to switch to a permanent policy without additional medical exams. You should check your policy documents for the related guidelines, such as the specified timeframe allowed for conversion.
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If you outlive the 25 year term insurance policy, the coverage ends, and there is no payout. However, a portion of premiums is refunded at the end of the term in case of policies with a return of premium option.
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Yes, premiums paid for a 25 year term insurance policy can offer tax benefits under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, and death benefits are tax-free under Section 10(10D) in India.
The information herein is meant only for general reading purposes and the views being expressed only constitute opinions and therefore cannot be considered as guidelines, recommendations or as a professional guide for the readers. The content has been prepared on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other sources believed to be reliable. Recipients of this information are advised to rely on their own analysis, interpretations & investigations. Readers are also advised to seek independent professional advice in order to arrive at an informed investment decision. Further customer is the advised to go through the sales brochure before conducting any sale. Above illustrations are only for understanding, it is not directly or indirectly related to the performance of any product or plans of Kotak Life.
For Ref. No. KLI/25-26/E-WEB/1623
^For Kotak e-Term, get your premiums back through special exit value, you have one year time period to avail this option commencing from, if your policy term is:
For Kotak Signature Term Plan, get your premiums back through special exit value, you have five years’ time period to avail this option commencing from, if your policy term is:
@Figures arrived are basis the company's annual audited figures for individual death claims for FY 2024-25. https://www.kotak.com/content/dam/Kotak/investor-relation/Financial-Result/QuarterlyReport/FY-2025/q4/investor-presentation/Q4FY25_Investor_Presentation.pdf
*GST is exempted for all individual life insurance policies effective from 22nd September 2025.
~With Kotak e-Term: Get upto 7.5% discount as salaried customer. Applicable only in the first year of the policy.
With Kotak Signature Term Plan: Get 5% discount as salaried customer applicable only in the first year of the policy for Limited & Regular Payment Option and 1% for Single Premium Payment Option applicable for salaried customers, individual life insured under existing policies and members of group policyholders.
#Kotak Critical Illness Plus Benefit Rider (UIN: 107B020V02): This is a Non-Participating Non-Linked Health Individual Pure Risk Product. Riders are not mandatory and can be attached to the base plan at inception or at any policy anniversary of the base plan for additional cost. In case of diagnosis with any one of the 37 Critical Illnesses specified under Kotak Critical Illness Plus Benefit Rider, the Rider shall terminate post Rider Sum Assured has been paid to the Life Insured, and the Base Plan shall continue for the remaining policy term, provided base plan premiums are paid. In case the life insured undergoes Angioplasty, minimum of Rs. 5 lacs or Base Rider Sum Assured will be payable and the remaining rider sum assured (if any) shall continue for the remaining 36 Critical Illnesses, provided reduced rider premiums are paid. This Rider shall terminate once 100% of the Rider Sum Assured has been paid or on the completion of the Rider Benefit Term, whichever is earlier.
&Discount for Female Lives Customers: There would be a special discount of 16% throughout the premium paying term applicable for female life insured with Kotak Signature Term Plan.
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Kotak e-Term UIN: 107N129V03, Kotak Critical Illness Plus Benefit Rider UIN: 107B020V02, Kotak Permanent Disability Benefit Rider UIN: 107B002V03. This is a non-participating non-linked life insurance individual pure risk product.
Kotak Signature Term Plan UIN: 107N139V01, Kotak Permanent Disability Benefit Rider UIN: 107B002V03, Kotak Critical Illness Plus Benefit Rider UIN: 107B020V02, Kotak Accidental Death Benefit Rider UIN: 107B001V04. This is a Non-Participating Non-Linked Life Insurance Individual Pure Risk Product.
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