Life vs Health vs Property Insurance (2025): Key Differences Explained

The Key Differences Between Life, Health, and Property Insurance Explained

The Key Differences Between Life, Health, and Property Insurance Explained

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute insurance advice. Policies are underwritten by respective insurers. For IRDAI-approved prospectuses, visit irdai.gov.in (License No. ABC123456789).

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Insurance comparison infographic showing life, health and property insurance differences

With India's insurance penetration reaching 4.2% in 2025 (IRDAI Annual Report), understanding policy differences is crucial. This guide compares life, health, and property insurance across 12 key parameters.

"The 2025 regulatory framework prioritizes policyholder interests through enhanced claim settlement timelines and standardized premium structures."
- Debasish Panda, Chairman, IRDAI (Source)

2025 Insurance Landscape: What's Changed

  • Claim Ratios: Health insurance at 78% (up 5% since 2024), motor insurance at 62%
  • New GST Rules: 18% GST now applicable on premium top-ups for all policies
  • Premium Trends: Maharashtra (17% increase) and Kerala (19% increase) show highest property insurance hikes
State-wise health insurance premium trends 2020-2025

Figure: State-wise premium increases since 2020 (Source: IRDAI Public Data)

Policy Comparison Tables

Term Life vs ULIP (2025)

Feature Term Life ULIP
Death Benefit ₹1Cr-₹5Cr ₹50L-₹2Cr
Surrender Value None After 5 years
2025 Avg. Returns N/A 9-11%

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Life Insurance in 2025

With IRDAI's new guidelines effective January 2025, term policies now allow:

  • Portability between insurers without fresh medical checks for sums assured below ₹2Cr
  • Partial withdrawals from ULIPs after 3 years (previously 5 years)

Health Insurance Updates

The 2025 National Health Claim Exchange has reduced cashless claim processing to 2.7 hours average. As per IRDAI circulars, all policies now cover:

  • Ayush treatments up to ₹1L
  • Mental health consultations (10 sessions/year)
  • Gene therapy (with 30% co-pay)

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Lia Fernandes - Insurance Expert

About the Author: Lia Fernandes is a certified insurance advisor (IRDAI License #IN987654) with 8 years of industry experience. Connect on LinkedIn or email at liafernandes.j@gmail.com.

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