Archive · 21 Nov 2025
Post GST Removal, Indians Boost Life Insurance with Riders
After the Indian government removed the Goods and Service Tax (GST) on life insurance premiums, people are adding extra protections called 'riders' to their life insurance policies.
These riders, like critical illness coverage, help pay for medical expenses and provide a financial safety net.
Another popular rider, the waiver of premium rider, ensures that policyholders don't have to pay premiums if they become unable to work.
This is especially helpful for self-employed individuals.
GST removal on life insurance premiums leads to increased rider attachment
Rider attachment rate grew to 30.9% in October from 29.6% in August
Critical illness riders popular for financial cushion and cancer screening features
Waiver of premium rider provides financial support in case of incapacitation or death
Metros and younger salaried individuals show high uptake of critical illness riders
- Who
- Indian life insurance policyholders
- What
- Increased use of riders like critical illness and waiver of premium
- When
- After GST removal on life insurance premiums
- Where
- India, particularly in metropolitan areas
- Why
- To enhance financial protection and provide a safety net
- GST Removal Date
- August 2022
- Rider Attachment Rate (Aug 2022)
- 29.6%
- Rider Attachment Rate (Oct 2022)
- 30.9%
- Popular Riders
- Critical illness, Waiver of premium
- High Uptake Segment
- Metros, younger salaried individuals