LIC Single Premium Calculator
Model one-time lump-sum deposits under LIC's Single Premium Endowment Plan (Plan 917). Project compounding reversionary bonuses, simulate instant loan liquidity, and evaluate Section 10(10D) taxability warnings.
Move the slider to calculate your cash reserve threshold at any policy year.
One-Time Capital Deposit
₹1,95,415
This graph displays your Plan 917 capital asset layout: your net upfront deposit vs. compounding reversionary bonuses, terminal bonuses, and net investment gains.
Single Premium Wealth Lifecycle
Understand exactly how your single deposit accumulates compounding bonuses, secures liquid reserves, and delivers maturity wealth.
Deposit a single lump-sum premium (fully covering base cost + 4.5% GST). Zero future payments ever required.
Up to ₹1.5L can be claimed under Sec 80C. Section 10(10D) taxability warning displays based on 10x cover checks.
Policy participates in annual Simple Reversionary Bonuses. Accruals lock and grow each completed year.
Avail of direct policy cash loans up to 90% of surrender values to handle temporary emergency expenses.
Receive Sum Assured + full vested reversionary bonuses + Final Additional Bonus (FAB) on term completion.
LIC Single Premium Endowment: Actuarial Benefits & Mechanics
The **LIC Single Premium Endowment Plan (Plan 917)** is a traditional, participating, one-time premium paying plan. Designed for individuals with lump-sum capital (such as mutual fund redemptions, inheritance, or bonus payouts), this policy eliminates the burden of year-on-year recurring premium payments. Throughout the policy term, the capital compounds under LIC's simple reversionary bonus scales, providing a solid safety net and robust wealth accumulation.
Lump-Sum Rebate Slabs: High Sum Assured Benefits
LIC incentivizes higher capital commitments by offering substantial **High Sum Assured Rebates**. These rebates act as an upfront discount on the tabular single premium base rate per ₹1,000 of coverage:
| Basic Sum Assured Slabs | Rebate per ₹1,000 Sum Assured | Equivalent Percentage Discount |
|---|---|---|
| Below ₹1,00,000 | ₹0.00 (Nil) | 0.0% (Standard Rates) |
| ₹1,00,000 to ₹1,95,000 | ₹18.00 Discount per ₹1,000 SA | 1.8% of Sum Assured |
| ₹2,00,000 to ₹2,95,000 | ₹25.00 Discount per ₹1,000 SA | 2.5% of Sum Assured |
| ₹3,00,000 and Above | ₹30.00 Discount per ₹1,000 SA | 3.0% of Sum Assured |
The Actuarial Single Premium Calculations
Single premiums incorporate high Sum Assured discounts and a reduced **4.5% GST loading** compared to the 18% applied to standard policy fees:
Net Single Premium Formula
The net premium is computed by applying the entry age and policy term base rate, offset by the high Sum Assured rebate discount:
Net Premium = (Base Rate - Rebate) × (Sum Assured / 1000)Total Outflow (Including GST)
A flat regulatory **4.5% Goods and Services Tax (GST)** is applied to the net single premium to establish the total upfront capital deposit:
Total Capital = Net Single Premium × 1.045Critical Tax Warning: Section 10(10D) Compliance
One of the most important considerations for HNW investors parking capital in single-premium savings plans is the **Section 10(10D) tax regulation**.
The 10x Premium-to-Cover Rule
For policy maturity proceeds to remain 100% tax-free, the **Sum Assured on Death (SAD) must be at least 10 times** the single premium paid. Because Plan 917 provides a standard death cover of **125% of the Basic Sum Assured**, the cover is typically only 2x to 3x the single premium.
Implications of Taxability
Since standard Plan 917 policies fail the 10x test, the accumulated maturity return is **taxable under your personal income tax slab**. However, the **death benefit claim paid to a nominee remains 100% tax-exempt** under all scenarios.
Guaranteed Surrender Value & Instant Cash Loans
Single-premium policies provide superior liquidity compared to standard monthly policies due to high upfront equity accumulation:
- Guaranteed Surrender Value (GSV): You can surrender the policy at any point. LIC guarantees a surrender return of **75% of the premium in Year 1**, and **90% from Year 2 onwards**, plus a scaling cash value factor (8% to 30%) on vested bonuses.
- Instant Policy Loan: To prevent capital loss from surrendering, policyholders can borrow up to **90% of the surrender value** after 1 policy year, with an interest rate of **9.5% p.a. compounded half-yearly**.
- Tax Exemptions u/s 80C: Upfront single premiums are fully tax-deductible up to ₹1.5 Lakhs in the assessment year of purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is the maturity amount under LIC Plan 917 tax-free?
Can I take a loan against my LIC single premium policy?
What happens if I surrender the policy after 1 year?
How does the Simple Reversionary Bonus accumulate under Plan 917?
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