How to Fill The LIC Certificate of Existence?

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, LIC has made it easier for pensioners to submit the Certificate of Existence instead of visiting a branch office. Pensioners can now submit a digital Life Certificate or Certificate of Existence through LIC’s Jeevan Saakshya app. LIC has also started accepting submissions through the email facility and video call process. However, if you are not comfortable with these online means, the offline mode of submission through branch visits is still available.

Let’s find out how to fill the LIC Certificate of Existence or the Life Certificate both online and offline.

What is the LIC Certificate of Existence?

Also known as the Life Certificate, or the Jeevan Praman Patra, LIC's Certificate of Existence is the proof of life of the pensioner to continue receiving the benefits of her/his annuities. Every pensioner must get this form filled and attested periodically by a competent authority depending on her/his pension option. 

Submission Timelines for LIC’s Life Certificate

The plan options, along with details of LIC’s Certificate of Existence submission, are highlighted below:

• Annuity for Life with Return of Capital (ROC): LIC Certificate of Existence has to be submitted once in 5 years. 

• Annuity for Life: LIC Certificate of Existence has to be submitted every year.

• Annuity for 5 Years Guaranteed and Life Thereafter: LIC Certificate of Existence has to be submitted after 5 years and then every year subsequently.

• Annuity for 10 Years Guaranteed and Life Thereafter: LIC Certificate of Existence has to be submitted after 10 years and then every year subsequently.

• Annuity for 15 Years Guaranteed and Life Thereafter: LIC Certificate of Existence has to be submitted after 15 years and then every year subsequently.

• Annuity for 20 Years Guaranteed and Life Thereafter: LIC Certificate of Existence has to be submitted after 20 years and then every year subsequently.

• Annuity for Lifetime with a Facility of Payment of 100 % Annuity to the Spouse On the Annuitant’s Death: LIC Certificate of Existence has to be submitted every year.

• Annuity for Lifetime with a Facility of Payment of 100 % Annuity to the Spouse Upon Annuitant’s Death with Return of Capital (ROC) Purchase Price Upon Last Annuitant’s Death: LIC Certificate of Existence has to be submitted once in 5 years.

Please note that the certificate of existence has to be attested by a certifying authority such as a Gazetted Officer, a Class I Officer of LIC, a registered medical practitioner, or an officer of the bank where the pensioner has an account, among others. 

How to Fill The LIC Certificate of Existence?

The LIC Life Certificate has to be duly filled and certified by designated authorities and subsequently signed by the pensioner, as per the timelines discussed above. This certificate is important to keep your pension plan active and to continue receiving the benefits as stated in the policy bond. 

Step-by-Step Guide to Fill LIC’s Life Certificate

• Download the LIC Certificate of Existence.

• Visit LIC’s official website. 

• Go to the ‘Products’ section and click on ‘Pension Plans.’

• Scroll to the ‘LIC Online Service Portal’ section. 

• Click on ‘Pensioner’s Page.’

• Download the PDF named ‘Existence Certificate.’

• Fill in details such as your name, annuity number, date of appearance, contact details. 

• Get the certificate attested by any of the officials discussed above. 

• Sign the form yourself. 

• Submit the form at the nearest LIC branch, send an email, or post it. 

Alternatively, you can download the LIC Jeevan Saakshya app, as mentioned above. The steps to fill the certificate through the app are as follows:

• Download the app from the app store on your supporting gadgets.

• Enter the policy details and documentation along with your Aadhar details. 

• Capture a selfie. 

• Enter the OTP received and click on ‘Verify’.

• You should be able to view your digital life certificate at this point. 

In Conclusion!

The procedure to fill the certificate of existence is fairly straightforward. It has been made even easier with the introduction of the digital application. Please make sure to complete the formalities by the deadline announced. While there are penalties levied for late submission, your annuity payout may get delayed. The guide discussed above on how to fill the LIC certificate of existence should be helpful when the time comes.