LIC Final Additional Bonus (FAB) Calculator
*Note: These figures are based on latest LIC bonus declarations and vary by specific plan numbers.
What is LIC Final Additional Bonus (FAB)?
The Final Additional Bonus (FAB) is a one-time terminal bonus paid by the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) to policyholders. Unlike the Simple Reversionary Bonus, which is declared annually and added to the policy every year, the FAB is paid only once: either at the time of maturity or in the event of the policyholder's death, provided the policy has run for a specific minimum duration.
Eligibility Criteria for FAB
To qualify for the Final Additional Bonus, a policy generally needs to meet the following conditions:
- Minimum Term: Usually, the policy must have a term of 15 years or more.
- Full Paid-up Status: The policy must be in full force, with all premiums paid up to date.
- Claim Type: FAB is payable on maturity claims or death claims. It is typically not paid on surrendered policies.
How is FAB Calculated?
The FAB rate is expressed as a specific amount per ₹1,000 of the Basic Sum Assured. The actual rate depends on two primary factors:
- The Policy Term: Longer policy durations usually attract higher FAB rates.
- The Sum Assured Band: LIC categorizes policies into slabs (e.g., up to ₹25,000, ₹25,001 to ₹50,000, ₹50,001 to ₹1,99,999, and ₹2,00,000 and above). Higher sum assured amounts often receive higher FAB rates.
Example Calculation
If a policyholder has a Sum Assured of ₹5,00,000 with a policy term of 25 years, and the declared FAB rate is ₹450 per thousand:
FAB Amount = (Sum Assured / 1000) × FAB Rate
FAB Amount = (5,00,000 / 1000) × 450 = ₹2,25,000.
Recent Trends in LIC FAB Rates
| Term (Years) | SA up to 1L (Approx) | SA above 2L (Approx) |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | ₹0 – ₹10 | ₹20 |
| 20 | ₹40 – ₹50 | ₹70 |
| 25 | ₹250 – ₹300 | ₹450 |
| 35 | ₹1800 – ₹2000 | ₹2300 |
Please note that FAB rates are announced by LIC at the end of every financial year (March 31st) and may change based on the corporation's valuation and profit performance.