LIC Jeevan Utsav Single Premium (Plan 883)

LIC Jeevan Utsav (Plan 883) - Overview

LIC Jeevan Utsav (Plan 883) is a unique single-premium endowment + whole-life plan. You pay the entire premium in one lump sum, and enjoy:

Guaranteed Additions (GA) — fixed amounts added to Sum Assured every year, declared in advance and guaranteed.
Simple Reversionary Bonus — LIC's annual bonus, declared yearly.
Final Addition Bonus (FAB) — one-time bonus at maturity.
Maturity benefit — Sum Assured + GA + bonus + FAB at end of term.
Whole life cover — life cover continues till age 100 even after maturity.

Key Features & Benefits

✅ Pay once — single lump-sum premium, no further payments.
✅ Guaranteed Additions — fixed additions declared upfront, not dependent on LIC's bonus rate.
✅ Lifelong cover — life cover till age 100 without paying more premium.
✅ Large maturity — SA + GA + bonus + FAB at end of term.
✅ Tax benefits — premium eligible under 80C, maturity tax-free under 10(10D) (subject to conditions).
✅ Loan facility — available immediately after policy issuance.
✅ Flexible term — choose 10 to 40 year policy term.

How Guaranteed Additions (GA) Work

Guaranteed Additions are the most attractive feature of Jeevan Utsav. Unlike bonus (which depends on LIC's performance), GA is guaranteed and declared upfront in the policy document.

For example, the indicative GA rates for recent years are around ₹85-90 per ₹1,000 Sum Assured per year. This is added to your policy every year during the term, and is paid on top of the Sum Assured at maturity.

Eligibility

Minimum Age at Entry	18 years (completed)
Maximum Age at Entry	65 years (last birthday)
Policy Term	10 to 40 years
Premium Paying Term	Single Premium (one-time)
Minimum Sum Assured	₹1,00,000 (varies)
Maximum Age at Maturity	80 years (whole life continues till 100)

Benefits in Detail

On Maturity (End of Policy Term)

Sum Assured + Accrued Guaranteed Additions + Accrued Simple Reversionary Bonus + Final Addition Bonus (FAB)
All paid as a tax-free lump sum (subject to 10(10D) conditions).
After maturity, the policy continues to provide life cover of the original Sum Assured till age 100.

On Death (During Policy Term)

Sum Assured + Guaranteed Additions accrued till death + Bonus accrued till death + FAB (if any)

On Death (After Maturity, till Age 100)

Full Sum Assured is paid to the nominee.

Example Single Premium & Maturity

Priya, age 30, buys Jeevan Utsav 883 with SA = ₹10,00,000 and 20-year term.

Approximate single premium: ~₹7,00,000 to ₹7,50,000 (includes GST)
Accrued Guaranteed Additions (~₹85 per ₹1,000 SA × 20 years): ~₹17,00,000
Accrued Simple Reversionary Bonus (~₹50 × 1000 × 20 years): ~₹10,00,000
Estimated FAB: ~₹1,00,000
Total Maturity Value (year 20): ~₹28,00,000
Plus: ₹10,00,000 whole life cover from age 50 to 100
Total benefit: ~₹38,00,000+ on a ₹7,50,000 investment

Why Choose Jeevan Utsav 883?

✅ One-time investment — no more premiums, no reminders, no missed payments.
✅ Guaranteed growth — GA is declared upfront, so you know exactly how much you'll get.
✅ Whole life cover — your family is protected till age 100.
✅ High maturity value — single premium plans typically give the highest returns among traditional LIC plans.
✅ Easy loan — can take loan immediately after issuance.
✅ Estate planning — perfect for retirement and leaving wealth to family.

Jeevan Utsav vs Jeevan Umang 745

Feature	Jeevan Utsav 883	Jeevan Umang 745
Premium payment	Single (one-time)	15/20/25 years
Annual income	No	Yes (8% of SA)
Guaranteed Additions	Yes	No (only bonus)
Whole life cover	Yes (till 100)	Yes (till 100)
Best for	One-time investment, retirement	Regular income + retirement

Limitations of Jeevan Utsav

❌ Requires large upfront capital (single premium).
❌ Returns may be lower than equity mutual funds over long periods (typically 5-6% CAGR).
❌ Less flexible than regular premium plans (no option to stop and switch).
❌ 10(10D) tax benefit may not apply if SA is less than 10× premium.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LIC Jeevan Utsav 883?

LIC Jeevan Utsav (Plan 883) is a single-premium plan. You pay the entire premium in one lump sum at the start, and get guaranteed additions every year, life cover up to age 100, and a maturity benefit at the end of the policy term (10-40 years). No further premiums are required.

How much does a Jeevan Utsav single premium policy cost?

Single premium amount depends on age, term and Sum Assured. For example, a 30-year-old buying SA = ₹10,00,000 for 20-year term may pay around ₹7,00,000 - ₹7,50,000 as single premium (which includes GST). Use our calculator above for a personalized estimate based on your inputs.

What are guaranteed additions in Jeevan Utsav?

Guaranteed Additions (GA) are fixed amounts added to the Sum Assured every year during the policy term, irrespective of LIC's bonus rate. They are guaranteed and declared in advance in the policy document. Total GA is added to the maturity benefit. For recent plans, GA is around ₹85-90 per ₹1,000 SA per year.

What is the maximum age for Jeevan Utsav 883?

Minimum age at entry is 18 years (completed). Maximum age at entry is 65 years (last birthday). Policy term options: 10 to 40 years. Minimum Sum Assured is ₹1,00,000 (may vary). After maturity, life cover continues till age 100.

Is Jeevan Utsav maturity tax-free?

Yes, the maturity benefit is tax-free under Section 10(10D), provided the Sum Assured is at least 10 times the single premium. If SA is less than 10× premium, the maturity becomes partially taxable. Premium paid is eligible for 80C deduction in the year of payment (subject to overall 80C limit of ₹1,50,000).

Can I take a loan against Jeevan Utsav?

Yes. Loan is available immediately after policy issuance (unlike regular premium plans which need 2-3 years). The loan amount is typically up to 90% of the surrender value. Use our LIC Policy Loan Calculator to estimate the loan amount and interest.

What is the return on Jeevan Utsav 883?

The effective return on Jeevan Utsav depends on the policy term. For a 20-year term, the typical return is around 5-6% per annum (CAGR) on the single premium. The Guaranteed Additions alone give a guaranteed return, with bonus and FAB adding to it. Compare with other options using our Return / CAGR Calculator.

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