What is Term Insurance?

A simple, affordable way to secure your family’s future.

Term Insurance is a simple, affordable way to secure your family’s future. It pays a lump sum if the policyholder passes away during the policy term.

But why do people choose term plans? They offer high life cover at low premiums—big protection at a small cost and can be customised  based on your life goals. Whether you’re starting your career, raising a family, or planning for long-term security.

Read on for a deeper understanding of term insurance plans.

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What is Term Insurance

What makes Term Insurance a smart choice?

Every feature of a term plan is designed to protect what matters most—your loved ones and their dreams. Here’s what you can expect when you choose a term insurance policy with Bandhan Life:

Fixed term duration
Fixed term duration

Decide a coverage that fits your journey. You can choose how long your coverage lasts - 10, 20, or even 40 years, depending on your life stage and financial goals.

Pure protection
Pure protection

Term plans are not an investment; If There is no maturity benefit at the end of the policy duration. However, if life takes an unexpected turn during the policy term, your family receives the full sum assured.

Large sum assured
Large sum assured

Term plans offer high coverage amounts, ideal for ensuring your loved ones are guaranteed a financially secure future.

Affordable premiums
Affordable premiums

This is one of the biggest perks. Compared to traditional policies, term insurance is light on your pocket while offering robust protection.

Flexibility
Flexibility

You can choose from the return of premium options, income payouts, or a number of add-on riders for enhanced protection.

Easy to buy online
Easy to buy online

With plans like iTerm Prime and iTerm Comfort, getting covered is fast, simple, and just a few clicks away.

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Why Choose Term Insurance?

When you think of the people who rely on you—your partner, your children, your parents—you want to protect their future. Term Insurance gives you that strength, offering financial stability when life takes an unexpected turn

Financial protection for family

Financial protection for family

Financial protection for family

This is the core benefit. A term policy provides a lump sum that can help the policyholder’s family pay off debts, cover living costs, and maintain their lifestyle.

High sum assured at low premiums

High sum assured at low premiums

High sum assured at low premiums

Term Insurance in India is incredibly cost-effective, especially if you buy it young - making now the best time to plan ahead.

Tax benefits under 80C and 10(10D)

Tax benefits% under 80C and 10(10D)

Tax benefits% under 80C and 10(10D)

Your premiums qualify for tax deductions up to ₹1.5 lakh under Section 80C, and the death benefit is tax-free under Section 10(10D).

Add-on riders for extra protection

Add-on riders` for enhanced protection

Add-on riders` for enhanced protection

Include accidental death benefit, premium waiver riders for added protection to your term life insurance plan at a small additional cost.

Who Needs a Term Insurance Plan?

The short answer? Just about anyone with dependents must have a term insurance plan. If someone relies on you or your income, be it parents, spouse, kids, or siblings, you should consider a term insurance plan.

Young professionals

Young professionals starting their careers: A term insurance plan locks in low premiums if you start early, offering big cover for the future while building smart financial discipline

Married couples planning for children

Married couples planning for children:Ensures financial stability for the growing family, even in the absence of one partner.​

Business owners

Business owners with responsibilities: Offers financial security to dependents and can help cover outstanding business liabilities or loans

People with large loans or liabilities

People with large loans or liabilities: Acts as a safety net, so your loved ones aren’t burdened by debts like home or education loans

Homemakers

Homemakers: Homemakers may not bring home a paycheck, but they are the heart of every family. A term insurance plan for homemakers ensures that their love, care, and invaluable presence continue to support their loved ones—even in their absence.

Term Insurance Plan Comparison- Find the Right Policy for You

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Explore Bandhan Life Term Insurance Plans

Small premiums. Big cover.
iTerm Prime
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Up to +10% Discount on Online Purchase

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Smooth Digital Process With Zero Documentation#

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Get All Your Premiums Back&

Insurance that pays you back.
iTerm Return of Premium
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100% Premiums Back@

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Up to 7% Discount$

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Life Cover till Age 85

A solid term insurance plan for everyone
iTerm Comfort
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Get Your Premiums Back&

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Save tax up to ₹46,800% under Sec 80C

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Smooth Digital Process With Zero Documentation#

An affordable term plan for your family’s protection.
Saral Jeevan Bima
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Flexibility to choose premium payment term

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One-time lump sum death benefit payable

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Affordable premiums starting at ₹163/month@

Explore Bandhan Life Term Insurance Plans

Small premiums. Big cover.
iTerm Prime
Highlights
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Up to +10% Discount on Online Purchase

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Smooth Digital Process With Zero Documentation#

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Get All Your Premiums Back&

Insurance that pays you back.
iTerm Return of Premium
Highlights
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100% Premiums Back@

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Up to 7% Discount$

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Life Cover till Age 85

A solid term insurance plan for everyone
iTerm Comfort
Highlights
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Get Your Premiums Back&

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Save tax up to ₹46,800% under Sec 80C

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Smooth Digital Process With Zero Documentation#

An affordable term plan for your family’s protection.
Saral Jeevan Bima
Highlights
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Flexibility to choose premium payment term

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One-time lump sum death benefit payable

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Affordable premiums starting at ₹163/month@

Explore Bandhan Life Term Insurance Plans

Small premiums. Big cover.
iTerm Prime
Highlights
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Up to +10% Discount on Online Purchase

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Smooth Digital Process With Zero Documentation#

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Get All Your Premiums Back&

Insurance that pays you back.
iTerm Return of Premium
Highlights
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100% Premiums Back@

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Up to 7% Discount$

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Life Cover till Age 85

A solid term insurance plan for everyone
iTerm Comfort
Highlights
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Get Your Premiums Back&

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Save tax up to ₹46,800% under Sec 80C

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Smooth Digital Process With Zero Documentation#

An affordable term plan for your family’s protection.
Saral Jeevan Bima
Highlights
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Flexibility to choose premium payment term

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One-time lump sum death benefit payable

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Affordable premiums starting at ₹163/month@

How to Choose the Right Duration for Your Term Insurance?

Choosing the right term length is just as important as picking the right coverage. Your policy term should cover the years when your family is financially dependent on you. As a thumb rule, your term life insurance policy should last until:

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Till your planned retirement age

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Your children become financially independent

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Major loans & liabilities (e.g. home loans) are paid off

So, if you’re 30 and plan to retire by 60, go for a 30-year cover. The longer the duration, the greater your peace of mind. It’s always better to be covered a few extra years than to fall short when it matters most.

Factors that Affect Term Insurance Premium

Wondering why premiums vary from person to person? Here’s what influences the cost of your term insurance policy:

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Age

When you are younger, policies are cheaper. Premiums rise as you age, so buying early is smart. This is because insurers see younger individuals as lower risk, with fewer health issues, longer policy duration, and more capacity to pay premiums.

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Sum assured

Higher coverage translates to higher premiums. But it’s all about striking the right balance. A larger sum assured means the insurer takes on more financial risk; hence, the premium adjusts accordingly.

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Individual and family medical history

If you have pre-existing conditions or genetic health issues, your premium could be higher because it increases the likelihood of claims during the policy term, prompting the insurer to factor that risk into the price.

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Lifestyle

Sedentary job? Or a physically demanding one? Lifestyle choices influence risk and, hence, your policy rate. Factors like job stress, work environment, and activity level can affect your long-term health profile and, in turn, your premiums.

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Gender

Statistically, women live longer, so they usually enjoy lower premiums. Longer life expectancy reduces the risk of an early claim, allowing insurers to offer more favourable rates to female policyholders.

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Smoking and drinking habits

These significantly affect your premium. Be honest, because disclosure is key. Tobacco and alcohol use are linked to higher health risks, which increases the probability of a claim, raising the cost.

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Policy tenure

A longer policy term increases the timeframe during which the insurer may have to pay out, hence a slightly higher cost but more comprehensive cover.

Calculate Your Ideal Life Cover

 

Wondering how much term cover you really need? Don’t guess! Our term insurance calculator can help you determine the ideal sum you need in just a few clicks.

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Easy Steps to Buy a Term Insurance Plan Online

Buying term insurance online has never been easier with Bandhan Life. Here’s how it works:

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    Select a plan (iTerm Prime or iTerm Comfort)

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    Enter your details and choose the sum assured

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    Upload KYC and health documents, only if required

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    Pay securely Fast, paperless, and fully digital - online term life insurance makes your life easy

What are the Documents Required to purchase a Term Insurance Policy?

Govt. ID proofs

Govt. ID Proofs

PAN Card Number: to verify your name & date of birth.

 

Aadhar/Driving License Number: To verify your address

Online income proofs documents

Online income proofs documents

We will need this to verify your financial eligibility. e.g. bank e-statement, e-Filed ITR

Medical documents

Medical documents

Only if needed to verify your medical records to issue your policy.

FAQs About Term Insurance Plan

Here are some frequently asked questions about ULIP Plan

What documents do I need to apply online?

Generally, you'll need ID, proof of age, address, and bank details. Each company may ask for different documents, so it's good to check.

How is it different from other life insurance?

Term policies are all about protection in case of death, offering more coverage for less money. But, if you outlive the policy, there's no payout. Other plans, like ULIPs or traditional policies, might give you money back at the end of the term or have investment elements.

Can I have multiple term insurance policies?

Absolutely! You can have as many as you need to cover different needs or beneficiaries. It's all about tailoring your coverage to fit your life.

Why do smokers pay more?

Since smokers have a shorter life expectancy, the risk is higher for insurance companies. Hence, the higher premium.

Can term life insurance claims be rejected?

Yes, if there's fraud or misinformation involved. Always be honest and update your insurer about any changes. For more details, refer Section 45 of the Insurance Act, 1938

Term vs. Whole Life Insurance?

Term Insurance is for a set period, offering a safety net for your family. Whole Life Insurance lasts your entire life.

Bandhan Life iTerm Prime (UIN: 138N084V02). A Non-Linked Non-Participating Individual Pure Risk Premium Life Insurance Plan. Life insurance cover is available under this product. Life cover is benefit payable on the death of the life assured during the policy term. For more details on risk factors, terms & conditions please read sales brochures and benefits illustrations carefully before concluding a sale. Insurance issuance is subject to board approved underwriting policy.

[1] The per day installment premium of ₹10 has been calculated using the annualized premium ₹3,599 for a 20 year old, self employed healthy male non-smoker, and for a sum assured of ₹25 lakhs, for insurance coverage up to 60 years of age, for a policy term and premium payment term of 40 years. The premium value is exclusive of taxes and discount.

[`] Rider Benefits: Bandhan Life iTerm Prime offers add-on optional coverages through the choice of the below mentioned riders provided their Premium Payment Term and Policy Term are consistent with that of the base plan: Bandhan Life AD Rider (UIN: 138B006V05 and all succeeding versions) – Provides a Lump-sum benefit equal to the rider Sum Assured in case of death due to accident of the Life Assured. Please refer the sales brochure of the respective riders to understand the benefits and terms & conditions before concluding the sale.

[+] 5% discount will be applicable only on first year premium for online customers. Additional 5% discount will also be applicable only on first year premium for Self-Employed or other Non-Salaried Customers.

Bandhan Life iTerm Comfort (UIN: 138N082V01) is a Non-Linked Non-Participating Individual Pure Risk Premium Life Insurance Plan. For more details on risk factors, terms & conditions please read sales brochures and benefits illustrations carefully before concluding a sale. Life insurance cover is available under this product.

[%] Premium Paid, Maturity Benefit, Death Benefit and Surrender Value are eligible for tax benefits subject to the conditions under Sections 80C (under OLD Regime of The Income Tax Act, 1961 only), 10(10D), 115BAC and other provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Goods and Services Tax and Cesses, if any, will be charged extra as per prevailing rates. Tax laws are subject to amendments made thereto from time to time. Please consult your tax advisor and take independent tax advice for eligibility and before claiming any benefit under the policy.

Tax benefit of ₹ 46,800 is calculated at the highest tax slab rate of 31.2% (including cess excluding surcharge) on life insurance premium u/s 80C of ₹1,50,000. Tax benefits under the policy are subject to conditions under Section 80C, 80D, 10(D), 115BAC and other provisions of the Income tax act, 1961. Goods and Services Tax and Cesses, if any, will be charged extra as per prevailing rates. Tax laws are subject to amendments made thereto from time to time. The Company does not assume responsibility for tax implications mentioned anywhere in this page. It is recommended to obtain professional advice for the applicability of tax benefits.

[#] Insurance issuance is subject to board approved underwriting policy.

[&] On availing Special Exit Value (SEV), total of premiums paid, along with underwriting extra premiums paid, plus loadings for modal premiums (if any) will be paid back to the insured, and the policy will terminate. Here, total premium paid is the total of all the premiums received, excluding any extra premium, any rider premium, and taxes. SEV is applicable only to base cover premium, and not to any additional optional riders. SEV is available for policies where age of insured at inception of the policy is up to 40 years (as of last birthday), and the policy matures at the age of 70 years (as of last birthday) and can be availed during the period of one year once they attain age of 55 years (as on last birthday). For more details on SEV and risk factors, please read the sales brochure carefully before concluding a sale.

Bandhan Life Saral Jeevan Bima (UIN: 138N077V01), is a non-linked non-participating individual pure risk premium life insurance plan. For more details on risk factors, terms and conditions, please read the sales brochure carefully before concluding a sale. Life insurance cover is available under this product.

[@] The premium for an 18 year-old healthy female for a life cover of ₹ 5 lacs for a policy term of 20 years, is ₹ 163 p.m. assuming that all premiums (excluding applicable taxes, cesses and levies and rider premiums, if any) have been paid as and when due. The annualized premium for above parameters will be Rs. 1,874 p.a.

[^] Individual Death Claim Settlement Ratio for Bandhan Life Insurance Limited for FY 2024-25 is 99.73% as per annual audited figures.

[*] T&C Apply.

Bandhan Life Insurance Limited (formerly Aegon Life Insurance Company Limited), IRDAI Reg. No. 138. Corporate Identity No: U66010MH2007PLC169110. Registered Office: Bandhan Life Insurance Limited. A – 201, 2nd Floor, Leela Business Park, Andheri-Kurla Road, Andheri (E), Mumbai – 400059. Tel: +91 226118 0100, Toll Free No.:1800 209 90 90 (9 am to 7 pm, Mon to Sat), Email: customer.care@bandhanlife.com. Website: www.bandhanlife.com. ADVT No. II/Jul 2025/0170