Accidental injury, disability or sometimes death caused by an accident is extremely traumatizing for everyone including our near and dear ones. In such scenarios, all you need is an insurance policy that secures your worries in these situations.
The SBI personal accident insurance policy provides you and your family with an extended safety net. It acts as the backbone supporting your financial, physical and future opportunity losses. Accidental recovery may somewhat take time and a huge contribution of money. The biggest advantage of the SBI Individual Personal Accident Insurance Plan is that it gives your family the strength to run the house with aid provided by your insurer in place of income loss due to accidental disability.
Any individual who is over 18 years of age can purchase this policy to secure their family's future to an extent. You can also buy this plan for your spouse, parents, parents-in-law, children, and others in the family.
Types of Coverage Under the Plan:-
Accidental Death
Accidental Death + Permanent Total Disability (PTD)
Accidental Death + Permanent Total Disability (PTD) + Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)
Accidental Death + Permanent Total Disability (PTD) + Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) + Temporary Total Disability (TTD)
Note:-For an employed individual- The sum insured for PTD & PPD is not more than INR 1 Cr (or 120 times the monthly income) depending on the lower expenditure. For unemployed/dependent policyholders- Sum insured availability for the same criteria is not above INR 10 Lakhs (or, 20% of the SI), depending on the lowest rate.
Eligibility Criteria for SBI Individual Personal Accident Insurance
Here is an illustration of the eligibility criteria for the SBI general personal accident insurance policy:-
Entry Age
Child: 3 Months to 23 Years
Adult Entry Age
Adult: 18 - 65 Years
Sum Insured
INR 1 Lakh to 1 Crore
Plan Type
Individual
Policy Term
1 Year
Initial Waiting Period
30 Days*
*The Initial Waiting Period is the period between the issuance of the policy and the time it starts actively. During this period, a policyholder has to wait to avail of the benefits offered under a health insurance plan.
To know more about the plan read the brochure provided below:
Benefits of SBI Individual Personal Accident Insurance
Want to take personal accident insurance with SBI General? Know some of the benefits attached to this policy:-
Loss of life
The plan covers accidental deaths absolutely whereas other benefits can be opted for according to your needs with add-on covers. However, one can claim for an accidental death benefit, up to the sum insured.
Accidental disabilities
It provides coverage for temporary and permanent (with add-on cover only) disability of any kind that is mentioned in the policy schedule due to an accident. In this case, the benefit shall be provided to support the children's education or the spouse's daily needs.
Loss of income
For a temporary disability or a permanent total disability (PTD), you get financial support in place of your income loss.
Add-on covers
Additional covers under this plan are Hospital Confinement Allowance if an accident occurs in India up to INR 1000, 2000, and 3000 on a per-day basis for a maximum of 15 days during the policy tenure. Ambulance Charges (including air ambulance) up to 10% of the sum insured on an add-on cover basis.
Tax Benefits
All the premiums paid towards the SBI personal accident insurance policy are eligible for tax benefits under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act.
Specification (Inclusions) Under SBI Individual Personal Accident Insurance Plan
Choose the SBI individual plan for overall personal accident insurance benefits. However, check out the below-mentioned inclusions under this plan before investing in it:
Specifications
SBI Individual Personal Accident Insurance Plan Coverage
Accidental Death
If the insured meets with an accident which leads to their death within 365 days of the accident, the plan will pay 100% of the SI.
Accidental Death + Permanent Total Disability (PTD)*
If the policyholder dies or gets permanent total disability (loss of sight, limbs, etc) due to an accident 365 days from the accident, the insurer will pay 100% of the SI.
Accidental Death + PTD + Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)
If the insured is met with an accident that causes their death, permanent total disability or/and permanent partial disability, the insurer will pay as per the criteria of SI% (varies from condition to condition, from up to 1% - 100%) mentioned in the policy schedule.
Accidental Death + PTD + PPD + Temporary Total Disability (TTD)
All the conditions related to Accidental Death + PTD + PPD + Temporary Total Disability (TTD) mentioned in the policy wording/schedule are subject to a weekly payout (varies from 1% or INR 10,000, whichever is lower) up to 104 weeks from the date of the accident.
Add On Covers
Hospital Confinement Allowance of INR 1,000/2,000/3,000 per day for a maximum of 15 days during the policy period if the accident happens in India. Ambulance Charges including air ambulance up to 10% of the sum insured subject to a maximum of INR 1,00,000 per policy year. Ambulance cover is available for accidental death, Sum Insured > INR 5,00,000.
*PTD comes with the following benefits at no additional cost
Education Benefits to the insured's child and spouse up to INR 50,000 or 1% of base SI, whichever is lower (per person up to two individuals, children/spouse) on proof of enrolment at a government-approved education facility.
Adaption allowance of 1% of the Sum Insured or INR 25,000 whichever is less, for modifying the house or vehicle
What is Not (Exclusions) Covered Under SBI Personal Accident Insurance
Before buying a policy with SBI personal accident policy, know these exclusions for further assurance of what you'll get opting for this plan:-
Any kind of external congenital illnesses or voluntary treatments like cosmetic/beautification /plastic surgery, etc
Breach of the law, alcoholism, drug, or substance abuse cases, etc
Unproven treatments, rest care, rehabilitation, etc
Sterility and infertility, birth control, gender change treatments, etc
Act of suicide or self-harm
Maternity expenses like childbirth (complicated deliveries and caesarean sections, except ectopic pregnancy), miscarriage (except an accident) and lawful medical termination of pregnancy during the policy period.
How To Claim SBI Individual Personal Accident Insurance Plan
Here are the steps following which you can claim your SBI Individual Personal Accident Insurance plan:-
Visit the official website of SBI General Insurance
Click on the 'Claim' button on the header of the official website and go to the claim process > Health insurance
For claim intimation, the official website has a pre-authorized form that you can fill in with your contact number/policy number/email, name, date of birth, etc and 'Proceed'
Individuals can call the toll-free number 1800 22 1111 or 1800 102 1111 or send them SMS "CLAIM" to 561612 email their details to sbig.health@sbigeneral.in and get their claim settlement procedure info.
Reach out to PolicyX.com for further assistance.
Connecting the dots
Securing your family's future and your peace of mind has become compulsory in this era, as everyday challenges have become so inevitable. SBI personal accident insurance policy provides you with exclusive benefits against accidental disabilities or aids your family's finances in case of a death caused by an accident. Secure your future worries now and live peacefully with the assurance of SBI's general personal accident policy.
To know more about the policy and its add-on covers, reach out to the experts of PolicyX.com
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SBI Individual Personal Accident Insurance Plan: FAQ's
1. What is SBI's general personal accident insurance policy?
This policy provides coverage for accidental life loss, any disability caused due to an accident, or if you've lost your income cash flow due to a severe accidental injury.
2. Is the deductible limit available under this plan?
This plan has no deductible options unless you've chosen an add-on cover for temporary total disability.
3. What are the sum insured options available under SBI personal accident insurance?
The minimum sum insured under this plan is INR 1 Lakh which goes up to INR 1 Crore maximum.
4. Which additional covers are available under SBI's general personal accident policy?
Additional hospitalization allowance and additional cover for ambulance (including air ambulance) are available under this policy.
5. Will my family get any benefit from my SBI general personal accident insurance policy?
The policy covers the educational expenses of your child and a legally married spouse with INR 50,000 or 1% of the base sum insured. It also provides an adaption allowance of either up to 1% or the base SI or lump-sum INR 25,000, whichever is lower.
6. How many relationships can be covered under the SBI personal accident insurance plan?
You can add your spouse, children, parents, parents-in-law or a close relative under this policy.
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