India Life & Non-Life Insurance Market Size (2024 - 2029)

The market size of the Life and Non-life Insurance sector in India is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, with a projected CAGR of over 7% during the forecast period. This growth is largely attributed to the increased awareness of the need for insurance amongst Indians, particularly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The country's insurance sector experienced a boost in funds and an increase in total insurance premiums, outpacing global growth rates. Additionally, India's global market share in the life insurance industry improved, placing it among the top ten countries globally. The non-life insurance market also saw positive growth, maintaining India's position in the global rankings.

Market Size of India Life & Non-Life Insurance Industry

Life and Non-life Insurance Market Summary
Study Period 2020 - 2029
Base Year For Estimation 2023
Forecast Data Period 2024 - 2029
Historical Data Period 2020 - 2022
CAGR > 7.00 %
Market Concentration Medium

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India Life & Non-life Insurance Market Analysis

The Life and Non-life Insurance Market in India is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 7% during the forecast period of (2023-2028).

The COVID-19 outbreak has made Indians more aware of the need for insurance. Due to COVID-led improved awareness of health insurance, insurance funds have witnessed a 0.8% increase, going from 1.8% of GNDI in 2019-20 to 2.6% of GNDI in 2020-21. In 2021, India's total insurance premium climbed by 13.46% (7.8% inflation-adjusted real growth), whereas globally, the total insurance premiums increased by 9.04% (3.4% inflation-adjusted real growth) over the same year.

The National Statistical Office (NSO) has provided preliminary estimates of the country's income, showing that India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) According to estimates, and current prices would be worth 236.65 lakh crore in 2021-2022, up from 198.01 lakh crore in 2020-2021, representing a growth rate of 19.5%. According to estimates, the Gross National Disposable Income (GNDI) will increase by 18.9% to INR 238.78 lakh crore in 2021-2022, from INR 200.8 lakh crore in 2020-21.

India is currently rated ninth (tenth in 2020) in the world for the life insurance industry. In 2021, India's global life insurance market share was 3.23% (3.11% in 2020). In comparison to the global life insurance premium, which climbed by 9.91% (4.5%) inflation-adjusted real growth) in 2021, life insurance premiums in India increased by 14.16% (8.5% inflation-adjusted real growth). India maintains its position as the fourteenth-ranked country in the world for non-life insurance. In 2021, India's share of the global non-life insurance market was 0.78% (up from 0.76% in 2020). In comparison to the global non-life insurance premium, which grew by just 8.37% (2.6% inflation adjusted real growth) in 2021, the Indian non-life insurance market experienced growth of 11.30% (5.8% inflation adjusted real growth) during that year.

India Life & Non-life Insurance Industry Segmentation

The report aims to provide a detailed analysis of India's life and non-life insurance market. It focuses on the market dynamics, emerging trends in the segments, regional markets, and insights on various product and application types. Additionally, it analyses the key players and the competitive landscape in the market studied. The Life and Non-life Insurance Market in India are segmented by Insurance type (Life Insurance and Non-life Insurance) and Distribution Channel (Direct, Brokers, Banks, and Other Distribution Channels). For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of value (USD million).

By Insurance type
Life Insurance
Individual
Group
Non-life Insurance
Fire
Motors
Marine
Health
Others
By Distribution Channel
Direct
Brokers
Banks
Other Distribution Channels

India Life & Non-Life Insurance Market Size Summary

The Life and Non-life Insurance Market in India is anticipated to experience considerable growth during the forecast period, with a projected CAGR of over 7%. This growth is fueled by heightened awareness of the need for insurance, especially in light of the COVID-19 outbreak. The pandemic has led to an increase in insurance funds, with India's total insurance premium witnessing significant growth. Furthermore, India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Gross National Disposable Income (GNDI) are also expected to see substantial growth, contributing to the overall market expansion. India currently holds a significant position in the global life and non-life insurance industry. The country's share in the global life insurance market and non-life insurance market has seen an upward trend. The insurance penetration rate in India has remained consistent, with the life insurance market holding a larger share compared to the non-life insurance market. The insurance industry in India is growing rapidly, with the country securing a prominent position in the world's insurance market. The market is consolidated with a few major players capturing the majority of the market share. The market growth is expected to continue due to consistent growth in insurance penetration and other contributing factors.

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India Life & Non-Life Insurance Market Size - Table of Contents

  1. 1. MARKET DYNAMICS

    1. 1.1 Market Overview

    2. 1.2 Market Drivers

    3. 1.3 Market Restraints

    4. 1.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis

      1. 1.4.1 Threat of New Entrants

      2. 1.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers

      3. 1.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers

      4. 1.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products

      5. 1.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

    5. 1.5 Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

  2. 2. MARKET SEGMENTATION

    1. 2.1 By Insurance type

      1. 2.1.1 Life Insurance

        1. 2.1.1.1 Individual

        2. 2.1.1.2 Group

      2. 2.1.2 Non-life Insurance

        1. 2.1.2.1 Fire

        2. 2.1.2.2 Motors

        3. 2.1.2.3 Marine

        4. 2.1.2.4 Health

        5. 2.1.2.5 Others

    2. 2.2 By Distribution Channel

      1. 2.2.1 Direct

      2. 2.2.2 Brokers

      3. 2.2.3 Banks

      4. 2.2.4 Other Distribution Channels

India Life & Non-Life Insurance Market Size FAQs

The India Life & Non-Life Insurance Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 7% during the forecast period (2024-2029)

Life Insurance Corporation of India, General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC), SBI Life Insurance Company Limited, ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited and HDFC Life Insurance Company Limited are the major companies operating in the India Life & Non-Life Insurance Market.

Life and Non Life Insurance in India Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2024 - 2029)