Understand your rejection, draft an appeal, and learn the escalation path.
Escalation pathway
If the insurer doesn't resolve your claim, follow this order.
- Step 1
Insurer grievance cell
File a written complaint. Insurers must respond within 14 days.
- Step 2
IRDAI (Bima Bharosa)
Escalate at bimabharosa.irdai.gov.in or call 155255 if unresolved in 30 days.
- Step 3
Insurance Ombudsman
Free, binding decision for claims up to ₹50 lakh. Approach within 1 year.
- Step 4
Consumer Court
District / State / National forum based on claim value.