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The syllabus prescribed by the Authority for life and general insurance agents are given in Annexures I and II respectively. It is indicative and not exhaustive.the self study material(available for sale from the Institute)developed by the Institute form only the broad basis of examination.A candidate is expected to study the study material in depth and also assimilate general information relevant to the subject.He is also expected to know up to date developments in the insurance industry.


Syllabus For Agent's Exam - General Branch

1. Introduction To Insurance

A.Purpose and Need of Insurance
B.Business of Insurance - Pooling of Risks.
C.Insurance as a social security tool
D.Role of Insurance in economic development
2. Fundamentals/Principles Of General Insurance

A.Utmost Good Faith
B.Insurable Interest
C.Indemnity
D.Subrogation
E.Contribution
F.Proximate Cause
3. Insurance Documents

A.Proposal Forms
B.Policy Forms
C.Cover Notes
D.Certificate of Insurance
E.Endorsements
F.Renewal Notice
G.Other Insurance Documents

4. Theory and Practice of Rating

A.Basis of Rate Making
B.Tariffs
C.Market Agreements
D.Role of Tariff Advisory Committee
5. Legislative and Regulatory Matters

A.Insurance Act,1938
B.GIBNA, 1972
C.IRDA Act, 1999
D.Marine Insurance Act, 1963
E.Carriers Act, 1865
F.Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
G.Public Liability Act, 1991
H.Workmen's Compensation Act, 1923
I.Sale Of Goods Act, 1930
J.Indian Stamp Act
K.Consumer Protection Act, 1986


 6. Fire Insurance

Scope,Coverage,Exclusions,Coditions