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Post Office Monthly Income Scheme: Features & Interest Rate

06 Nov '25
1900 Views
8 minute read

POMIS - Post Office Monthly Income Scheme is an investment scheme of the Post Office. The scheme allows investors to earn more than 7% interest every month.

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Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS): A Complete Guide

10 Nov '25
5618 Views
10 minute read

Learn what the Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) is, how it works, interest rates, eligibility rules and why it is a popular low-risk option for retirees.

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IRDAI Rules: Surrender Value Changes for Endowment Plans

07 Aug '25
330 Views
7 minute read

Understand how IRDAI’s new 2026 surrender value rules impact early policy exits, benefits, and long-term insurance returns.

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National Saving Certificate: Features, Benefits, Eligibility Criteria

10 Jan '26
1322 Views
8 minute read

Learn everything about National Saving Certificate – eligibility criteria, features, benefits, categories to invest in the best saving plan or scheme as per your financial affordability.

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Monthly Income Plan (MIP) - Best Investment Plans for Monthly Income

02 Sep '25
1983 Views
17 minute read

Understand what Monthly Income Plans are along with their types, features and benefits. Learn how to choose the best investment plan for steady and reliable monthly income for your future.

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12 Best Saving Plans & Schemes in India with High Returns

18 Nov '25
883 Views
7 minute read

Know about the best saving plans in India such as NSC, SCSS, RD, MIS, PPF, KVP, SSY, Atal Pension Yojana and more. Read this blog and choose the best savings scheme for yourself.

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Post Office Monthly Income Scheme: Features & Interest Rate

Post Office Monthly Income Scheme: Features & Interest Rate
06 Nov '25
1900 Views
8 minute read
POMIS - Post Office Monthly Income Scheme is an investment scheme of the Post Office. The scheme allows investors to earn more than 7% interest every month.
Read More

Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS): A Complete Guide

Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS): A Complete Guide
10 Nov '25
5618 Views
10 minute read
Learn what the Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) is, how it works, interest rates, eligibility rules and why it is a popular low-risk option for retirees.
Read More

IRDAI Rules: Surrender Value Changes for Endowment Plans

IRDAI Rules: Surrender Value Changes for Endowment Plans
07 Aug '25
330 Views
7 minute read
Understand how IRDAI’s new 2026 surrender value rules impact early policy exits, benefits, and long-term insurance returns.
Read More

National Saving Certificate: Features, Benefits, Eligibility Criteria

National Saving Certificate: Features, Benefits, Eligibility Criteria
10 Jan '26
1322 Views
8 minute read
Learn everything about National Saving Certificate – eligibility criteria, features, benefits, categories to invest in the best saving plan or scheme as per your financial affordability.
Read More

Monthly Income Plan (MIP) - Best Investment Plans for Monthly Income

Monthly Income Plan (MIP) - Best Investment Plans for Monthly Income
02 Sep '25
1983 Views
17 minute read
Understand what Monthly Income Plans are along with their types, features and benefits. Learn how to choose the best investment plan for steady and reliable monthly income for your future.
Read More

12 Best Saving Plans & Schemes in India with High Returns

12 Best Saving Plans & Schemes in India with High Returns
18 Nov '25
883 Views
7 minute read
Know about the best saving plans in India such as NSC, SCSS, RD, MIS, PPF, KVP, SSY, Atal Pension Yojana and more. Read this blog and choose the best savings scheme for yourself.
Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

As the name suggests, whole life insurance is a type of life insurance in which the insured is protected for their entire life. Generally, the plans offer coverage up to 99 years of age. It helps the insured financially protect their loved ones in case of any unfortunate event. 

Everyone should buy life insurance as it financially protects their loved ones and dependents in case of their unfortunate demise. It helps the family of the deceased in various ways, such as paying for loans, securing their children’s future and more. It acts as an income replacement. 

Surrender value refers to the amount that the life insurance company has to pay when a policyholder wishes to surrender the policy in between the policy tenure. The amount varies depending on how far you are into your policy. There are two types of surrender value in life insurance, i.e. Guaranteed Surrender Value and Special Surrender Value. 

Life insurance offers the policy nominees a sum assured if the policyholder dies, provided the premiums are paid on time, and the policy is active. A contract is formed between the policyholder and the insurance company, entailing details such as the sum assured, premiums, frequency, policy tenure, nominee details, etc. These details are mutually agreed upon and calculated considering the need, a 

Every person has varied needs and wants. The best life insurance offers plans to provide financial security according to these needs and wants. There are many life products available in the market to cater to the needs of every individual. It is important to note that not all life insurance is suitable for you and your family’s needs.

The main difference between them is that term insurance is a part of life insurance that financially protects your family in your absence for a pre-determined period. The cost of a term plan is comparatively cheaper as it is a pure protection plan, whereas life insurance has various plans that offer survival benefits, maturity benefits, and more.

You can easily determine your premium using Life insurance calculators. You just need to fill in details such as your birth date, annual income, lifestyle habits, and gender. After that, you select the choice of life insurance plan variant, premium payment frequency, and the amount and duration of the coverage.  The life insurance calculator will determine and display the premium payable for the i

Various types of life plans are available on the market to suit every individual's needs. The main categories are: 

  • Term Insurance  

  • Whole Life Insurance  

  • Unit Linked Insurance Plan (ULIP) 

  • Endowment Plan  

  • Money Back Plan 

  • Retirement Plan  

  • Child Insurance Plan 

  • Group Insurance Plan  

  • Savings & Investment Plans 

 

Every insurance policy has a coverage amount that the insurance company pays to the policyholder or their beneficiaries against the premiums received. This coverage amount is known as the sum assured. 

Surrendering a life insurance policy means giving up all the benefits, life cover, and investment value of the policy. It also means losing a big part of your investments so far in the plan. Here’s what you can do if you need to surrender: 

 

  • Make sure the policy is not in the lock-in period 

 

  • Complete the policy surrender form and visit the nearest branch of the insurer to submit - KYC Documents, Bank