Friday, August 16, 2019
Keep Rs 342 in bank account to avail PMJJBY-PMSBY
PMJJBY (Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana) and PMSBY (Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana) are two social security insurance schemes launched by the Government of India to provide financial security to individuals in case of accidental death or disability and to offer life insurance coverage at a nominal premium. Here are the details of both schemes:
Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY):
1. Objective: PMJJBY provides life insurance coverage to the insured in case of death due to any reason.
2. Eligibility: Indian residents between the ages of 18 and 50 years are eligible to enroll in PMJJBY. The coverage is provided up to the age of 55 years, and the insurance cover is applicable for one year at a time.
3. Premium: The annual premium for PMJJBY is low, making it affordable for people in various income groups.
4. Sum Assured: In case of the insured's death due to any reason, a sum of ₹2,00,000 (two lakh rupees) is paid to the nominee.
5. Enrollment: Interested individuals can enroll in PMJJBY through their bank accounts. The premium is directly debited from the account.
Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY):
1. Objective: PMSBY provides insurance coverage in case of accidental death or disability to the insured person.
2. Eligibility: Indian residents between the ages of 18 and 70 years are eligible to enroll in PMSBY. The coverage is provided up to the age of 70 years, and the insurance cover is applicable for one year at a time.
3. Premium: The annual premium for PMSBY is also affordable, making it accessible to a wide range of people.
4. Sum Assured: In case of accidental death or full disability, a sum of ₹2,00,000 (two lakh rupees) is paid to the nominee. In case of partial disability, a sum of ₹1,00,000 (one lakh rupees) is paid.
5. Enrollment: Similar to PMJJBY, individuals can enroll in PMSBY through their bank accounts, and the premium is directly debited from the account.
Both PMJJBY and PMSBY are part of the financial inclusion initiatives of the Government of India, aiming to provide basic insurance coverage to individuals at an affordable cost. These schemes offer a safety net to the insured and their families in case of unfortunate events, ensuring financial support during challenging times.