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How to select the sum

insured?

How to claim?

This policy covers all types of

vehicles plying on public roads.

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This policy covers all types of

vehicles plying on public roads such

as:-

Scooters & Motorcycles

Private cars

All types of commercial

vehicles

Motor Trade (vehicles in show

rooms and garages)

As per the Motor Vehicles Act,

1988 it is mandatory for every owner

of a vehicle plying on public roads,

to take an insurance policy, to cover

the amount, which the owner

becomes legally liable to pay as

damages to third parties as a result of accidental death, bodily injury or damage

to property. A Certificate of Insurance must be carried in the vehicle as a proof of

such insurance.

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Two types of covers are available:

1. Liability only policy. This covers third party liability for bodily injury liability

and / or death and property damage. Personal Accident cover for Owner-

driver is also included.

2. Package policy. This cover loss or damage to the vehicle insured in addition

to (1) above.

No- claim discounts are available on renewal of policy, ranging from 20% to 50%,

depending upon the type of vehicle and the number of years for which no claim

has been made.

Scope

Liability Only policies:

The policy covers the vehicle owner's legal liability to pay compensation for:

1. Death or bodily injury to a third party person.

2. Damage to third party property.

Liability is covered for an unlimited amount in respect of death or injury and

damage to third party property for Rs.7.5 lacs under Commercial vehicle and

private and Rs. 1 lakh for Scooters / Motor Cycles.

Package Policy

In addition to the coverage under liability only, this policy covers loss or damage

to the insured vehicle and its accessories due to:

1. Fire, explosion, self-ignition or lightning.

2. Burglary, housebreaking or theft.

3. Riot and Strike.

4. Malicious Act.

5. Terrorist Act.

6. Earthquake (Fire and Shock) Damage.

7. Flood, Typhoon, Hurricane, Storm, Tempest, Inundation, Cyclone and

Hailstorm.

8. Accidental external means.

9. Whilst in transit by road, inland waterway, lift, elevator or air.

10. By landslide/Rockslide

The policy also pays for towing charges from the place of accident to the

workshop upto a maximum limit of Rs.300/- for Scooters/Motorcycles and

Rs.1500/- for cars and commercial vehicles. It is also permissible to opt for

higher towing charges subject to payment of extra premium.

A restricted cover is also available covering the risk of Fire and/or Theft only, in

addition to the compulsory cover granted under "Liability Only Policy". However

the same is not available in case of vehicle ratable under Class D, Tariff for

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Miscellaneous and special types of vehicles.

The important exclusions under the policies are:

Wear and tear, breakdowns

Consequential loss

Loss when driving with invalid driving license or under the influence of

alcohol.

Loss due to war, civil war, etc.

Claims arising out of contractual liability.

Use of vehicle otherwise than in accordance with `limitations as to use '

(e.g. private car being used as a taxi)

Rating factors

Rating depends upon the following factors:

1. IDV.

2. Cubic capacity

3. Geographical zone

4. Age of the vehicle

5. GVW of in case of commercial vehicles

6. Add on Covers

Add on covers

The policy can be extended to cover the following risks on payment of additional

premium:

1. Loss or damage to accessories fitted in the vehicle such as stereos, fans,

air-conditioners etc.

2. Personal accident cover under private car policies for:

passengers

paid driver

3. Legal liability to employees.

4. Legal liability to non-fare paying passengers in commercial vehicles.

Who can take the policy?

Any vehicle owner whose vehicle is registered in his/her name with the Regional

Transport Authority in India.

How to select the sum insured?

The sum insured of a vehicle in a Motor Policy is referred to as the I.D.V., which

stands for Insured's declared Value.

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In case of theft of vehicle or if the vehicle is totally damaged and beyond repairs

in an accident, the claim amount payable will be determined on the basis of the

IDV. The IDV of the vehicle is to be fixed on the basis of manufacturer's listed

selling price of the brand and model of the vehicle proposed for insurance at the

commencement of insurance / renewal and adjusted for depreciation as per

schedule.

IDV of vehicle which is beyond 5 years of age and of obsolete models of the

vehicles (i.e. models which the manufacturers have discontinued to manufacture)

is to be determined on the basis of an understanding between insurer and

insured.

How to claim?

In the event of an incident giving rise to a claim under the policy, the following

steps should be taken:

In case of accidental damage to the vehicle:

1. Immediate intimation to the nearest office, which will issue a Claim Form.

2. Claim Form duly filled in to be submitted along with copy of Registration

Certificate and driving license of the driver of the vehicle at the time of

accident as also estimate of repairs.

3. Vehicle will be surveyed by a Surveyor, appointed by the insurance

company, who shall submit his report to the company. In case of a major

damage to the vehicle, a spot survey, at the site of accident, would also be

arranged by the company.

4. Final bills/cash memos are to be submitted duly signed by the insured.

5. Salvage of the damaged parts may be required to be deposited with the

insurance company after approval of the claim.

In case of theft of the vehicle:

1. Lodge an F.I.R. with the police immediately.

2. Inform the policy issuing office with a copy of FIR.

3. Submit the Final Police Report as soon as it is received.

4. Extend full cooperation to the surveyor and/or investigator appointed by the

company.

5. After approval of the claim by the company, get the Registration Certificate

transferred in the name of the company, hand over the keys of the vehicle,

submit a letter of Subrogation and Indemnity on stamp paper duly notarized.

In case of liability claim:

1. Inform insurance company immediately of any incident likely to give rise to

liability claim.

2. On receipt of summons from Court, the same should be sent to the

company immediately.

3. Claim Form duly filled in along-with copies of Registration Certificate, Diving

License, FIR are to be submitted.

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Note: Policy details given are indicative, not exhaustive. Please contact your

nearest NIA office for further details.

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