Rural Postal Life Insurance

RPLI / PLI

Securing your family's future since 1995
🛡️ Govt Guaranteed
💰 Lowest Premium
💎 Highest Bonus

License No: MN-17

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100% Government Backed

Operated by India Post, Ministry of Communications. Your money is completely safe with the Government of India.

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Lowest Premium Rates

Premiums are significantly lower than private insurance companies. More savings for your family.

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Guaranteed Bonus

Earn up to ₹60 per ₹1,000 sum assured every year. Your money grows consistently.

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Loan Facility

Get loans against your policy after 4 years. Financial help when you need it most.

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Tax Benefits

Save tax under Section 80C of Income Tax Act. Double benefit - insurance + tax savings.

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Easy Access

Available at 1.5 lakh+ post offices across India. Your nearest post office is your insurance office.

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Medical Policy Required if total Sum Assured exceeds ₹25,000

Coverage Whole Life (Till Age 80)
Entry Age 19 - 55 years
Last Bonus ₹65 per ₹1,000/year
Min/Max SA ₹10k - ₹10 Lakhs

Official Description: A scheme where the assured amount with accrued bonus is payable on attaining age 80 or death, whichever occurs earlier. If premium is paid for 4 years, policy can be converted to Endowment Assurance.

Monthly Premium (₹) - Premium Ceasing at Age 58

Age Group ₹1,00,000 ₹5,00,000 ₹10,00,000
19-20 ₹145 - ₹150 ₹725 - ₹750 ₹1,450 - ₹1,500
21-25 ₹155 - ₹175 ₹775 - ₹875 ₹1,550 - ₹1,750
26-30 ₹180 - ₹210 ₹900 - ₹1,050 ₹1,800 - ₹2,100
31-35 ₹230 - ₹280 ₹1,150 - ₹1,400 ₹2,300 - ₹2,800
36-40 ₹295 - ₹345 ₹1,475 - ₹1,725 ₹2,950 - ₹3,450
41-45 ₹380 - ₹475 ₹1,900 - ₹2,375 ₹3,800 - ₹4,750
46-50 ₹530 - ₹790 ₹2,650 - ₹3,950 ₹5,300 - ₹7,900
51-55 ₹900 - ₹1,200 ₹4,500 - ₹6,000 ₹9,000 - ₹12,000

Maturity Benefit Projections

Scenario Guaranteed Min Projected Max (SA + Bonus)
₹10,000 SA (25 Yrs) ₹10,000 ₹26,250*
₹10 Lakh SA (25 Yrs) ₹10,00,000 ₹26,25,000*

*Estimated based on current bonus rate of ₹65/1k. Not guaranteed.

Coverage Until chosen maturity age
Entry Age 19 - 55 years
Bonus Rate ₹48 per ₹1,000/year
Maturity Age Options 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 58, 60

Monthly Premium (₹) - For ₹1,00,000 Sum Assured

Entry Age Mature@45 Mature@50 Mature@55 Mature@58 Mature@60
20 ₹310 ₹250 ₹205 ₹190 ₹180
25 ₹395 ₹310 ₹250 ₹225 ₹210
30 ₹550 ₹400 ₹315 ₹275 ₹260
35 ₹845 ₹550 ₹405 ₹350 ₹320
40 ₹1,730 ₹850 ₹560 ₹465 ₹420

Premium for Higher Sum Assured (Age 30, Maturity 55)

Sum Assured Monthly Yearly
₹1,00,000 ₹315 ₹3,465
₹5,00,000 ₹1,575 ₹17,325
₹10,00,000 ₹3,150 ₹34,650

What You Get

At maturity: Full Sum Assured + All Accumulated Bonus

Example: ₹5,00,000 for 25 years = ₹5,00,000 + (₹48 × 500 × 25) = ₹11,00,000

Policy Terms 15 years or 20 years
Entry Age 19-45 (15yr) / 19-40 (20yr)
Bonus Rate ₹45 per ₹1,000/year
Special Feature Periodic Payouts!

Money Back Schedule

15-Year Policy

Year 6 20%
Year 9 20%
Year 12 20%
Year 15 40% + Bonus

20-Year Policy

Year 8 20%
Year 12 20%
Year 16 20%
Year 20 40% + Bonus

Real Example: ₹5,00,000 Policy (20-Year Term)

Year 8: ₹1,00,000
Year 12: ₹1,00,000
Year 16: ₹1,00,000
Year 20: ₹2,00,000 + ₹4,50,000 Bonus
Total Received: ₹9,50,000
Initial Coverage Whole Life
Entry Age 19 - 55 years
Conversion Option After 5 years
Bonus Rate ₹60 → ₹48/₹1,000/year

🔄 Flexibility Feature

Start As

Whole Life

Bonus: ₹60/₹1,000
Convert after 5 years

Convert To

Endowment

Bonus: ₹48/₹1,000

Who Should Choose This?

Premium Structure

Same as Gram Suraksha (Whole Life) rates

Conversion does not require additional medical examination

Term 10 Years
Entry Age 20 - 45 years
Last Bonus ₹45 per ₹1,000/year
Survival Payout 20%, 20%, 60%

Official Description: A short-term 10 year money back scheme for Rural populace. Insurant is provided life cover to the extent of Sum Assured for 10 years irrespective of survival benefits paid.

Survival Benefit Schedule (₹1 Lakh SA)

End of 4 Yr₹20,000
End of 7 Yr₹20,000
End of 10 Yr₹60,000 + Bonus
Child Age 5 - 20 years
Parent Age Below 45 years
Bonus Rate ₹48 per ₹1,000/year
Max SA ₹3,00,000

Official Description: Life Insurance cover for children of policyholders. No medical examination of child necessary. In case of death of parent, no further premium is payable and full sum assured with bonus is paid to child at end of term.

Key Rules:

✅ Rewards (What You Gain)

  • Guaranteed Returns: Returns are fixed and government-backed.
  • Life Cover: Full Sum Assured + Bonus protection.
  • Tax Savings: Save tax under Section 80C.
  • Loan Facility: Help available after 4 years (10% interest).

⚠️ Risks (What to Know)

  • Lock-in: Cannot surrender for first 3 years.
  • Inflation: Fixed returns (~5-6%) may not beat high inflation.
  • Policy Lapse: 12% interest to revive after delay.

📜 Standard Age Proof

Accepted at Normal Premium Rates

  • School/Board Certificate
  • Birth Register Certificate
  • Service Register Entry (Govt)
  • Defense Personnel Identity Card

⚠️ Non-Standard Proof

Subject to +5% Extra Premium

  • Horoscope / Janam Kundli
  • Elder's Declaration
  • Self-Declaration (Panchayat)
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Base Calculation

Lookup Table Rate (per ₹10k) × Total Units

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Apply Rebates

₹1 per ₹20k SA rebate. 2% discount for Yearly Pay.

3

Auto-Pay Setup

Link bank via ECS/NACH for seamless deduction.

🎯 The Verdict

RPLI is ideal for conservative investors who prioritize safety over high returns. It's perfect for rural families who want guaranteed protection + savings without market risks.

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For Family Protection

Gram Suraksha

Lifetime coverage for your family. Lowest premium, highest bonus. Best overall value.

Ideal for:
  • Primary earners
  • Anyone wanting lifetime cover
  • Budget-conscious families
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For Child's Future

Gram Santosh

Save for education, marriage, or any future goal. Get lump sum when you need it.

Ideal for:
  • Parents with young children
  • Saving for specific goals
  • Retirement planning
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For Regular Cash Flow

Gram Sumangal

Get money back periodically. Perfect if you need funds at regular intervals.

Ideal for:
  • Farmers (seasonal income)
  • Self-employed individuals
  • Those needing liquidity

Unsure? Start Here

Gram Suvidha

Start with whole life, convert to endowment later. Maximum flexibility.

Ideal for:
  • First-time buyers
  • Those unsure of future needs
  • Anyone wanting flexibility

🚀 Quick Pick by Age

19-30 Gram Suraksha (20-year term)
31-40 Gram Santosh (Maturity at 55-60)
41-50 Gram Sumangal (15-year term)
51-55 Gram Priya (10-year term)
Feature Gram Suraksha Gram Santosh Gram Sumangal Bal Jeevan Bima Gram Suvidha Gram Priya
Type Whole Life Endowment Money Back Children's Convertible 10-Year
Entry Age 19-55 19-55 19-45 5-20 (Child) 19-55 20-45
Last Bonus ₹65 ₹58 ₹47 ₹58 ₹65→58 ₹45
Loan/Surrender 4/3 Yrs 3/3 Yrs ❌/❌ ❌/❌ 4/3 Yrs ❌/❌
Value Prop Max Payout Guaranteed Cash Flow Education Flexibility Short Term

= Best Bonus in category

💡 Legal Note: Sum Assured must be in increments of ₹10,000. Aggregate limit is ₹10 Lakhs across all policies.

📝 Registration Process

1
Contact Field Officer

Call or visit for guidance

2
Submit Documents

ID proof, Address proof, Age proof, Photos

3
Fill Proposal Form

Simple one-page form

4
Pay First Premium

Cash, cheque, or online

5
Receive Policy

Policy document within 30 days

💰 Claim Process

Maturity Claim

  • Submit original policy document
  • Discharge form with revenue stamp
  • ID proof
  • Bank details for direct credit

Death Claim

  • Death certificate
  • Original policy document
  • Claimant's ID proof
  • Nominee/legal heir documents
S. Tychicus
Field Officer | License: MN-17
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