National Insurance Critical Illness Policy

Objective

A standalone critical illness policy that aims to provide financial support in case of contracting any of the listed illnesses.

Our View

While buying a critical illness policy, one must go for a policy covering maximum number of illnesses with least number of exclusions. This policy offers a narrow coverage by including only six illnesses. Those considering to buy this policy must look at the kind of coverage other insurers are offering.

Suited for

This can be bought by individuals with a family history of any of the listed critical illnesses. Others can also buy this policy for additional coverage.

What does it do?

If the insured contracts any of the critical illnesses, the insurance company will pay a lump sum as agreed upon in the policy document. It covers six critical diseases. In order to make a claim it is necessary that policyholder survives for at least 30 days after confirmed diagnosis of the illness.

Pros

Premium paid towards the policy is eligible for taxation benefits under section 80D of Income Tax Act.

Cons

It covers only six critical illnesses.


Eligibility

Entry Age (years)

20
65
Individual

Sum Insured (Rs)

25 lakh
5 lakh
1

Customer Service

Head Office: National Insurance Company Limited
3 Middleton Street
Kolkata
West Bengal
Pincode : 700071
1800 419 4033

Additions to the Plan

Cost Details

Cost Details not available on the company's website.