PNB MetLife Family Income Protector Plus

The Family Income Protector Plus plan from MetLife Insurance Company is designed to provide financial stability to your dependents in the unfortunate event of your death. With the flexibility to choose between three policy term options, five monthly benefit payout options, and the TROP option which adds a maturity benefit - this plan takes care of your loved ones financially whether or not you're around by the time the maturity date rolls around.

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Key Features of PNB MetLife Family Income Protector Plus

  1. The plan pays a death benefit in the form of monthly payments to your dependents.
  2. Maturity benefit is payable in the form of return of 110% of the premiums paid on survival till maturity date - provided the TROP option has been utilized.
  3. Three policy term options - 10 years, 15 years, and 20 years.
  4. Two plan options available:
    1. Term cover.
    2. Term cover with return of premium (TROP).
  5. The benefit payout period changes depending on the policy term option chosen:
    1. 240 months payout for a policy term of 10 years.
    2. 180 months payout for a policy term of 15 years.
    3. 120 months payout for a policy term of 10 years.
  6. Premium can be paid monthly, half-yearly, yearly, and through PSP modes.
  7. Five monthly income options are available:
    1. Rs.10,000.
    2. Rs.25,000.
    3. Rs.50,000.
    4. Rs.75,000.
    5. Rs.1,00,000.
  8. Tax benefits as per prevailing tax laws in this PNB Met Life Term Plan.
  9. A grace period of 30 days from the date of the last unpaid premium is allowed. The grace period of 15 days for the monthly and PSP payment modes.
  10. Free look period of 15 days is allowed.

Benefits of PNB MetLife Family Income Protector Plus

  • Death benefit - In the unfortunate event of the demise of the life insured, the nominees / dependents will be paid a death benefit in the form of monthly payouts - the number of months depends on the policy term. The amount of monthly payouts can be chosen at the time of taking the plan - Rs.10,000, Rs.25,000, Rs.50,000, Rs.75,000, and Rs.1,00,000.
  • Maturity benefit - If the life insured survives till the end of the policy term, he / she will be paid an amount equal to 110% of all premiums paid to date - only if the TROP plan option is chosen.
  • Surrender benefit - With the TROP option, the policy will acquire a surrender value after three full years' premiums have been paid. The amount payable under the surrender value will be the higher of:
    • Guaranteed Surrender Value, or
    • Special Surrender Value.
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Eligibility Criteria of MetLife Family Income Protector Plus

  • Entry age:
    • Minimum: 25 years.
    • Maximum: 60 years for 10 years and 15 years policy term options. 50 years for 20 years policy term option.
  • Maturity age:
    • 75 years.

Example

Mr. Babu has a wife and a son, and is the only earning member of the family. He decides to take the MetLife Family Income Protector Plus plan in order to secure them financially in the case of his untimely demise.

He takes a 10 year TROP policy with a monthly benefit payout of Rs.50,000.

Scenario 1: In the event that he dies somewhere in the middle of the policy term, his family will be paid Rs.50,000 for 240 months as a death benefit - securing them against any financial insecurity.

Scenario 2: In the event that Mr. Babu survives the policy term and reaches the maturity date, he will be paid back a sum equal to 110% of the premiums he's paid as a maturity benefit.

*Please note that all amounts, tenures, repayment requirements, time frames, interest rates, other rates, charges, fees, ceilings, requirements, criteria, features, benefits, exclusions, calculations, ratios, ratings, terms and conditions mentioned above are as of January, 2016, and are subject to change at any time. All banks / NBFCs / insurance providers / financial service providers / companies, etc. mentioned above retain all rights to modify, replace, or add to or subtract from any of the above, in any way, at any time, and at their own discretion. You are requested to reconfirm the same with your chosen bank / company / NBFC / insurance provider / financial service provider, etc. before making any financial commitments.

FAQs on PNB MetLife Family Income Protector Plus

  • What are the modal multiplication factors for the different premium payment modes under the MetLife Family Income Protector plan?

    The modal multiplication factors are as follows:

    1. Yearly mode: 1.000.
    2. Half - Yearly mode: 0.5131.
    3. Monthly mode (through ECS only): 0.0886.
    4. Payroll Savings Program (PSP) mode: 0.0868.
  • Can the policy be transferred, assigned, or partially assigned?

    Yes, the policy may be transferred, assigned, or partially assigned as long as it adheres to the provisions set forth in the Insurance Act, 1938. The company is to be given written notice prior to transfer or assignment.

  • Can the policy be reinstated if it lapses?

    Yes, the policy can be reinstated with the submission of:

    1. Proof of insurability.
    2. Written request for reinstatement.
    3. All due premiums plus compound interest at the rate of 9% p.a. must be paid.
  • Can alterations in premium payment mode be made to the policy?

    Different premium payment modes can be chosen during the policy, and will take effect on the next policy anniversary.

  • When can the policy be terminated?

    The policy will stand terminated when:

    1. The last monthly benefit is paid out.
    2. The death benefit is paid out as a lump sum.
    3. The policy is surrendered.
    4. The maturity benefit is paid out.
    5. Two years have passed from the date when the policy has lapsed.
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