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Keyman Insurance Calculator

Determine the maximum allowable Sum Insured for a Keyman Policy based on IRDAI underwriting guidelines.

Total CTC of the founder/director being insured.

Average net profit over the last 3 financial years.

Max Eligible Sum Insured

₹5,00,00,000

Underwriting Method Checks

Method 1 (10x Salary)₹5,00,00,000
Method 2 (5x Avg Net Profit)₹25,00,00,000

Insurers usually cap the policy at the LOWER of the multiple methods.

Important Legal & Tax Rules

  • The company pays the premium and the company is the sole beneficiary.
  • Premiums paid are tax-deductible as business expenses under Section 37(1).
  • If the insured executive dies, the claim amount paid to the company is fully taxable as business income.
  • The keyman cannot hold more than 51% (sometimes 75%) shares in the company depending on the insurer.