LIC Jeevan Umang (Plan 945): Whole Life Actuarial Architecture & Retirement Guide
The LIC Jeevan Umang (Table No. 945) is the crown jewel of whole-life participating life insurance contracts offered by the Life Insurance Corporation of India. Combining disciplined wealth accumulation, lifelong financial protection up to age 100, and a contractually guaranteed annual income of 8% of the Basic Sum Assured, Plan 945 serves as a premier vehicle for constructing tax-free retirement pensions and inter-generational family legacies.
Unlike immediate annuity plans where post-retirement pension payouts are fully taxable as income from other sources, the 8% annual survival benefit delivered by Jeevan Umang is completely tax-exempt under Section 10(10D).
Four Flexible Premium Paying Terms (PPT)
Policyholders can tailor their premium commitments to align with their active career earning horizons:
Fastest route to start the 8% annual survival payouts from year 16.
Balanced accumulation period with higher accumulated bonuses.
Affordable annual premiums and substantial reversionary bonuses.
Lowest yearly premium burden, ideal for young professionals starting early.
Guaranteed 8% Survival Payouts & Participating Bonus Rates
The cashflow mechanics of Jeevan Umang feature two distinct economic engines:
1. Guaranteed 8% Annual Survival Payout
Starting on the policy anniversary immediately following the end of your PPT, LIC deposits exactly 8% of the Basic Sum Assured into your bank account. For a ₹15,00,000 Sum Assured policy, you receive ₹1,20,000 every single year until age 99, providing total cumulative survival cashflows running into tens of lakhs.
2. Simple Reversionary Bonus (SRB) & FAB
During the PPT, Simple Reversionary Bonuses are declared per ₹1,000 Sum Assured (historically ₹40 to ₹48/₹1,000 SA based on PPT) and vest permanently. At age 100 or on demise, a substantial Final Additional Bonus (FAB) is added to the maturity or death claim.
Statutory GST & Income Tax Exemption (FY 2026-27)
GST Application Rules
- Year 1 Premium: 4.5% GST (2.25% CGST + 2.25% SGST).
- Year 2 Onwards: 2.25% GST (1.125% CGST + 1.125% SGST).
Section 80C & Section 10(10D)
Annual contributions up to ₹1,50,000 qualify for deduction under Section 80C. Crucially, under Section 10(10D), the entire stream of annual 8% survival payouts, death benefits, and Age 100 maturity proceeds are 100% tax-free in the hands of the policyholder and nominees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How does the 8% survival payout work in LIC Jeevan Umang (Plan 945)?
Immediately after the chosen Premium Paying Term (15, 20, 25, or 30 years) concludes, LIC begins paying a guaranteed annual survival benefit equal to 8% of the Basic Sum Assured. These payouts continue every year until the policyholder turns 99 years of age.
What happens when the policyholder reaches Age 100 in Plan 945?
At Age 100, the policy matures. LIC disburses the full Basic Sum Assured plus all accumulated Simple Reversionary Bonuses (SRB) accrued during the PPT, plus a Final Additional Bonus (FAB).
Are the 8% annual survival payouts tax-free?
Yes, 100% tax-free. Under Section 10(10D) of the Income Tax Act, all annual survival benefits, death payouts, and maturity proceeds are completely tax-exempt, provided the basic sum assured is at least 10 times the annual premium.
What is the death benefit during and after the Premium Paying Term?
If death occurs during the PPT, the nominee receives the Sum Assured on Death (defined as 125% of Basic Sum Assured or 7 times annualized premium) plus vested bonuses. If death occurs after the PPT, the nominee receives the Basic Sum Assured plus accrued bonuses and FAB.
What are the entry age limits and PPT options for Jeevan Umang?
The PPT options are 15, 20, 25, and 30 years. Minimum entry age is 90 days completed. Maximum entry age is 55 years (for 15-year PPT), 50 years (for 20-year PPT), 45 years (for 25-year PPT), and 40 years (for 30-year PPT).
Case Study: 35-Year-Old Professional, ₹15 Lakh SA (15-Year PPT)
To visualize the compounding cashflows of Plan 945, consider a 35-year-old purchasing a ₹15,00,000 Sum Assured policy with the fastest 15-year PPT:
- Accumulation Phase (Age 35 to 50): Pays annual premiums for 15 years. Every year, Simple Reversionary Bonuses accrue at ~₹44/₹1,000 SA (~₹66,000/year, totaling ₹9,90,000 in vested SRB).
- Lifelong Income Phase (Age 50 to 99): Beginning at age 50, LIC pays a guaranteed 8% annual survival benefit of ₹1,20,000 every year directly to the bank account, completely tax-free under Section 10(10D).
- Age 100 Settlement: At age 100, the policy pays ₹15,00,000 Basic SA + ₹9,90,000 vested SRB + terminal FAB (approx. ₹6,75,000) = ₹31,65,000 to the life assured or family.



