Tata Aia Accidental Death And Dismemberment Linked Rider

The Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (Long Scale) (ADDL) Linked Rider offers a number of benefits along with financial aid to help meet the financial needs and requirements of the family to ensure that they live a hassle-free life. This rider is optional which can be purchased when you’re purchasing the base plan. It is a convenient solution which helps in filling up the financial gap that your unfortunate situation could create after an accident. Some of the features of this optional deducting rider are:

• Policyholder’s family is compensated and financially protected in case the policyholder meets with his/her death
• The policyholder can avail tax benefits under the Income Tax Act of India
• Policyholders are eligible for additional benefits and bonuses in the case of a specific dismemberment
• Sum assured shall be payable to the nominee or beneficiary of the policy in case of the policyholder's death

Eligibility - Who is the Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (Long Scale) (ADDL) Linked Rider for?

An individual will have to meet the eligibility criteria listed below to avail the Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider:

Parameters	Details
Minimum Age of Entry	18 years (As on last birthday)
Maximum Age of Entry	60 years (As on last birthday)
Maturity Age	70 years

Sum Assured and Premium Range – What you get and what is costs

Sum Assured

The sum assured is based completely on the premiums you will have to pay to avail the benefits of this policy. The sum assured for Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider is listed below:

Parameters	Details
Minimum Sum Assured	Rs.50,000 or minimum sum as
Maximum Sum Assured	Sum Assured for basic plan

Premiums*

The premiums that a policyholder will have to pay towards the Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider are listed below:

Parameters	Details
Premium Payment Mode	Premiums shall be deducted from the units of the base policy on a monthly basis
Premium Payment Term	70 years of age or same as the premium payment term of the base policy.

*Premiums paid vary based on age, location, plan term and other factors

Premiums for a Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider can be made using any of the following ways:

• With a cheque or demand draft
• Using payment gateways or internet banking
• Payment in cash at the insurer’s branch office
• Through the use of debit or credit cards
• ECS/Direct Debit/Salary Deduction Scheme

Plan coverage – What the Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider covers

The Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider offers a number of different benefits and these are listed in the table below:

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits:

Cause of Death of Dismemberment	Benefits Amount (% of Sum Assured for Rider)
Loss of Life	100%
Loss of Sight of both eyes	100%
Loss of Sight of one eye	50%
Loss of Speech and Loss of Hearing	100%
Loss of or Loss of Use of one Limb	50%
Loss of or Loss of Use of two Limbs	100%
Loss of Hearing in:
Both Ears	75%
One Ear	25%
Loss of Speech	50%
Loss of Use or Loss of four Fingers and Thumb of:
Right Hand	70%
Left Hand	50%
Loss of or Loss of Use of four Fingers of
Right Hand	40%
Left Hand	30%
Loss of or Loss of Use of one Thumb
Both right joints	30%
One right joint	15%
Both left joints	20%
One left joint	10%
Loss of or Loss of Use of Fingers
Three right joints	10%
Two right joints	7.5%
Three left joints	7.5%
Two left joints	5%
One right joint	5%
One left joint	2%
Shortening of leg by at least 5cms	7.5%
Loss of Use or Loss of Toes
Great-both joints	5%
All-one foot	15%
Great-one joint	3%
Shortening of leg by at least 5cms	7.5%

Accidental Burns

If the life insured suffers from Third Degree Burns incurred due to an accident, the insurance company shall pay a benefit depending on the damage caused to the surface are of the body as listed below:

Area	Percentage of Damage to the Body of the Policyholder	Benefits Amount (% of Sum Assured for Rider)
Head	Greater than or equal to 2%, lesser than 5%	50%
	Greater than or equal to 5%, lesser than 8%	75%
	Greater than or equal to 8%	100%
Body	Greater than or equal to 10%, lesser than 15%	50%
	Greater than or equal to 15%, lesser than 20%	75%
	Greater than or equal to 20%	100%

Occupation Loading:

If the policyholder changes his/her occupation during the term of the rider plan, an appropriate occupation loading shall be done. This depends on the occupational class of the new job. The life assured will have to write to the insurance company detailing the changes in occupation.

Parameters	Charge per 1000 Rider SA
1	1.40
2	1.75
3	2.80
4	3.50

Double Benefit:

The Double Benefit provided with a Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider shall be doubled if the injury incurred by a policyholder due to an accident occurs during any of the following reasons:

• If the life insured uses any form of public transportation like bus, train, tram, etc. after paying for a ticket
• If the life insured used a taxi that is tied up with the public transportation system
• If the life insured was using an elevator car (in mines, ski resorts, etc.) which is authorised for the transport of people
• Burning of a theatre, public auditorium, cinema, school, hotel, and hospital
• If the life insured used a commercial airline for travel

Exclusions – What the Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider covers

Benefits from a Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider will not be payable if the injury or death incurred by the life insured occurs due to any of the following reasons:

• Attempted suicide or suicide or a self-inflicted injury when the life insured is either sane or insane
• For any injury, ailments, or condition which has previously shown signs or any symptoms
• Failure to seek or follow medical advice
• Terrorism, war, invasion, civil unrest, martial law, revolution, rebellion, usurper or civil commotion, riot or military power
• Committing an illegal offence or assault
• Taking part or engaging in any dangerous or hazardous sports or pursuits
• Solvent or alcohol abuse
• Drug or prescription pills abuse
• Participation of the life insured in any flying activity unless he/she is travelling as a passenger in an airline
• Any form of nuclear contamination which could be due to nuclear fuels, materials, property that has been contaminated by nuclear materials

Other Key Benefits

Parameters	Details
Free Look Period	In case the policyholder is not satisfied with the “Terms and Conditions” of the policy, a 15 day period is provided where the insured can return the policy back to the insurer.
Grace Period	Not applicable to this rider
Termination	The rider will automatically terminate due to any of the following reasons: Rider coverage term ends Complete surrender or withdrawal of the basic policy or rider Termination of the basic policy
Nomination	Nomination is allowed as per the existing tax laws under Section 39 of the Insurance Act, 1938.
Assignment	Assignment is allowed as per the prevailing tax laws under Section 38 of the Insurance Act, 1938.
Maturity Benefit	There is no maturity benefit
Revival/Reinstatement	Same as the base policy

Tax Benefits – How you can save with Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider

A policyholder can enjoy tax benefits on any premium that is paid towards Tata AIA Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider under the prevailing tax laws under Section 80C and for withdrawals or maturity amount under 10(10D) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax benefits are subject to changes without prior notice so it is important that the policyholder consults a Tax Advisor to stay informed about any changes made.

Why you should by the Accidental Death and Dismemberment (Long Scale) (ADDL) Linked Rider offered by Tata AIA Life Insurance

Tata AIA Life Insurance offers the Accidental Death and Dismemberment (Long Scale) (ADDL) Linked Rider which is a bone to the company’s customers. The insurance company has rolled out a plethora of options related to various insurance products. The customer service facility is also available to address any problems or queries that you may have. The Accidental Death and Dismemberment (Long Scale) (ADDL) Linked Rider is a great option to purchase when purchasing your base plan as this rider comes with additional safety  benefits for for you and your family.