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Max Life Insurance vs New India Assurance Company

On CSR alone: Max Life leads with a higher claim settlement ratio in FY 2023-24. But CSR is one data point — also compare plans, premiums, and network before deciding.
MetricMax LifeNew India Assurance
CSR 2023-2499.51%91.10%
Founded20001919
HQNew DelhiMumbai
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Max Life — Strengths

  • +99.51% claim settlement ratio (2023-24) — highest in the industry
  • +Terminal illness benefit included by default
  • +Strong bancassurance via Axis Bank

New India Assurance — Strengths

  • +Oldest and largest public sector general insurer — government-backed
  • +Mediclaim policy — one of India's most widely held health plans
  • +Accepted at virtually all government and major private hospitals
  • +Lower premiums compared to private sector equivalents
  • +Floater policies available for families at competitive rates
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