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Conditions and Limits for Claiming Life Insurance Tax Benefits
For non-ULIP policies issued on or after 1 April 2023, the exemption also requires your aggregate annual premium across such policies to stay within ₹5 lakh (₹2.5 lakh for ULIPs)
Life Insurance Tax Benefits Under the Income Tax Act, 1961
Furthermore, for ULIPs issued after 1 February 2021, the exemption is available only if the annual premium does not exceed ₹2.5 lakh. For ULIPs issued after 1 February 2023, this limit is ₹5 lakh.
What is Life Insurance?
Life insurance is a powerful financial tool that acts as a safety net in times of difficulty. It offers a protective layer over the well-being of your loved ones. In simple words, life insurance is a contract in which the policyholder pays regular amounts of money, known as "premiums," to an insurance company. In return, the insurance company provides a lump-sum payment, called the "death benefit," to designated beneficiaries upon the policyholder's death.
What is Life Insurance and Why Does It Matter?
A life insurance policy is a contract between you and an insurer, where you pay regular premiums in exchange for a financial payout to your loved ones in the event of your untimely death or to yourself upon policy maturity. Beyond protection, it serves as a long-term financial planning tool, helping you build wealth, secure your family's future , and even save on taxes.
What Are the Tax Benefits on Life Insurance Riders?
However, health-related riders, such as a critical illness rider, hospital cash rider, or surgical care rider, are treated differently. The premium for these is eligible for a separate deduction under Section 126 of the Income Tax Act, 2025 (earlier Section 80D), up to ₹25,000 per year (₹50,000 if you or your parents are senior citizens), in addition to the Section 123 limit. Both deductions are available only under the old tax regime.
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Section 80D: Critical Illness Rider: If you have added a critical illness rider to your life insurance policy, the premium paid towards it qualifies for a tax deduction under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act, 1961, over and above the ₹1.5 lakh limit under Section 80C. For individuals below 60 years of age, a deduction of up to ₹25,000 is available on premiums paid for self, spouse, and dependent children. This limit increases to ₹50,000 for senior citizens aged 60 years and above. It is worth noting that this deduction is available exclusively under the old tax regime for FY 2025-26.