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When driving your vehicle in India, you need a valid insurance policy, just like you need a driving license. Besides the requirement, a motor insurance policy protects your drive against possible mishaps and compensates you for financial losses. So insure your vehicle for a worry-free ride.
Different types of Motor Insurance plans have different features and benefits. Have a look at their comparative analysis.
All Motor Insurance plans | Own damage Motor Insurance | Third-party Motor Insurance | Comprehensive Motor Insurance |
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COVERAGE
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Damage to the vehicle or theft | Third-party liabilities | Own damage + third-party liabilities |
TENURE
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1 year | 1 year, 3 years or 5 years | 1 year |
ADD-ONS
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Available | Limited add-ons are available | Available |
PREMIUM
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Depends on IDV | Set by IRDAI | Depends on IDV + Third-party premium set by IRDAI |
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Motor Insurance is an insurance policy for vehicles. It covers the damages that the vehicle might suffer and compensates for the financial loss.
Motor Insurance also covers damages caused by the vehicle to third parties and pays the underlying financial liability on your behalf.
Every vehicle is mandated to have a Motor Insurance policy to run on Indian roads legally.
Third party bodily injury or death
Third party property damage
Damage to the vehicle due to man-made causes
Damage to the vehicle due to natural disasters
Accidental death or disability suffered by the owner/driver
Theft of the vehicle
Deliberate accidents
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Driving without a valid licence
Driving outside India’s borders
Criminal acts
Consequential loss
Depreciation and normal wear and tear
Mechanical and electrical breakdown
Stands for Insured Declared Value. It represents the vehicle’s value after factoring in age-based depreciation.
The part of claim which is compulsorily borne by the policyholder while the insurer pays the rest.
The part of claim which you voluntarily undertake to pay from your pockets over and above the compulsory deductible
Optional coverage features that enhance the scope of the policy and are available at an additional premium
Premium discount allowed on renewals for not making claims in the previous policy years.
comprehensive plans charge a higher premium than third-party plans.
Higher the IDV, higher the premium
Petrol and diesel engines have different impacts on premium
Add-on covers come with an extra cost.
Older the vehicle, lower the premium
Vehicles in metros attract higher premiums
Premiums are higher if claims have been made in past years
It determines the vehicle’s value which affect the premium
discounts reduce the overall premium
IDV = (manufacturing company’s listed selling price - depreciated value) + (value of vehicle accessories - depreciation of accessories)
Age of the vehicle |
Depreciation rate |
Less than 6 months |
5% |
More than 6 months but less than a year |
15% |
More than a year but less than 2 years |
20% |
More than 2 years but less than 3 years |
30% |
More than 3 years but less than 4 years |
40% |
More than 4 years but less than 5 years |
50% |
More than 5 years |
Agreed mutually between the policyholder and insurance company |
After one claim-free year - 20%
After two successive claim-free years - 25%
After three successive claim-free years - 35%
After four successive claim-free years - 45%
After five successive claim-free years - 50%
Your Motor Insurance coverage is usually effective for 12 months from the commencement date (or as indicated on your policy schedule). However, third party coverage for new vehicles is for 3 and 5 years for car and bike respectively.
The vehicle's insurance covers it, as liability follows the vehicle. So, if someone else is driving with your permission, your bike/car insurance applies.
Yes, if you sell your car or bike, you can transfer the insurance to the buyer. The new owner needs to apply for the transfer within 14 days of getting the vehicle in their name. They'll also need to pay the premium for the remaining policy period.
NCB stands for No Claim Bonus. It's a reward for vehicle owners who haven't made any claims in the previous policy year. You can accumulate it over time. If you have not made a claim in the previous policy year, you get a discount of 20-50% on the own damage premium for your vehicle.
Yes, according to the Motor Vehicle Act, every vehicle on the road must be insured, at least with a liability only policy.
Yes, you can cancel the policy, but only after making sure the vehicle is insured for at least third party (liability only) coverage from the same or another insurer.
Yes, it's important to inform about changes in the engine or chassis number immediately. Provide a copy of the vehicle registration along with the original policy for the necessary correction and issuance of an updated insurance certificate.
The Insured’s Declared Value (IDV) is the total insurance coverage for the vehicle, set at the start of each policy period. It includes the value of side cars and any additional accessories not in the manufacturer’s listed selling price.
It is a document that proves you have a valid insurance policy, and it's required by the Motor Vehicles Act.
Private vehicle insurance: Covers you and your vehicle financially from personal injury, accidents, theft, and other threats
Commercial vehicle insurance: Useful for all vehicles not used for personal purposes including trucks, buses, taxis, and other vehicles
Proof of Identity (Passport/ driving licence/ Aadhaar/ PAN Card/ government-issued photo ID)
Proof of Address (Passport/ driver’s licence /Bank or post office passbook / government-issued Photo ID
Recent passport-size photo
Driving licence
Vehicle Registration Certificate
A motor insurance policy is usually issued for a year, after which you have to renew it.
The premium for your vehicle will depend on
● Type of policy - comprehensive plans charge a higher premium than third-party plans
● Age of the vehicle - Older the vehicle, lower the premium
● Registration location - Vehicles in metros attract higher premiums
● Claim history - Premiums are higher if claims have been made in past years
● Make, model and variant - It determines the vehicle’s value which affect the premium
● Available discounts - discounts reduce the overall premium
● Engine: Petrol and diesel engines have different impacts on premium.
● Add-ons: Add-on covers come with an extra cost.
You should renew your vehicle insurance every year as it is required by law to have the vehicle you are driving insured.
You are advised to buy a new policy immediately, as you can not legally drive on Indian roads with an uninsured vehicle. The best practice is to renew it before expiry. In case of policy expiration, the vehicle will have to undergo and inspection before a new policy is sanctioned.
Yes, it is required by law to have a minimum of a third-party vehicle insurance.
While buying vehicle insurance, you need to consider factors such as coverage, add-ons, personal accident cover, claim process, IDV, network garages, NCB, depreciation cover, policy document, and premiums.