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IRDAI Advisory with Lawcify

Lawcify assists insurers, intermediaries and partners in understanding and complying with Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) requirements.

Business Mapping

We map your business model to relevant IRDAI regulations for insurers, brokers, web aggregators or PoSPs.

Policy & Process Review

Lawcify reviews internal policies, agreements and processes to align them with IRDAI guidelines.

Regulatory Filings & Responses

We prepare licence, renewal, reporting and inspection responses for IRDAI in a structured way.

Ongoing Advisory

Lawcify provides continuous advisory on new IRDAI circulars, product approvals and governance expectations.

IRDAI Advisory

Get practical guidance on IRDAI regulations for insurers, intermediaries and insurance-linked platforms with Lawcify.

What is IRDAI Advisory?

IRDAI Advisory involves understanding and implementing the framework issued by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India for insurance-related businesses.

Lawcify helps you align policies, agreements, reporting and customer processes with IRDAI expectations so that your operations stay compliant and audit-ready.

IRDAI Advisory

Overview

IRDAI Advisory refers to regulatory, compliance and licensing support required by businesses operating in the Indian insurance ecosystem. Whether a business wants to operate as an Insurance Broker, Corporate Agent, Web Aggregator, TPA (Third Party Administrator), Insurance Marketing Firm, Loss Assessor or Digital Insurance Platform, IRDAI (Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India) governs all operational, financial and compliance standards.

Insurance is a highly regulated sector in India. Unlike general business registrations, IRDAI licensing requires strict documentation, net-worth eligibility, capital adequacy, governance structure, fit & proper verification, internal processes and ongoing compliance.

Lawcify provides structured IRDAI advisory — helping founders, corporate groups, fintechs and insurance-based startups understand legal requirements, choose the right license structure, complete regulatory filings, manage inspections and maintain ongoing compliance after approval.

Benefits of IRDAI Compliance & Licensing

  • Legal Permission to Operate: IRDAI license allows businesses to legally sell, distribute or advise on insurance products.
  • Credibility & Trust: Being IRDAI-licensed builds strong trust among customers, banks, insurers and partners.
  • Market Expansion: Licensed entities can work with multiple insurers and scale across India.
  • Eligibility for Fintech Partnerships: Digital platforms, insurtech models and funding applications require mandatory IRDAI approval.
  • Investor Readiness: Venture capital and private equity firms prefer businesses with full regulatory compliance in this sector.

With Lawcify, the IRDAI licensing journey becomes structured, documented and predictable — reducing rejection risks.

Key Regulatory Compliance Areas Under IRDAI

Businesses regulated by IRDAI must comply with multiple ongoing requirements, including:

  • Capital & Net-Worth Requirements: Minimum paid-up capital must be maintained depending on license category.
  • Fit & Proper Guidelines: Directors, key management and shareholders must meet eligibility and background criteria.
  • Training & Certification: Mandatory IRDAI certification is required for sales staff, advisors or brokers.
  • Reporting & Disclosures: Financial reporting, operational reports and compliance submissions must be filed periodically.
  • Audit & Inspection Compliance: IRDAI may conduct document review, system inspection and operational audits.
  • Data Protection & Cyber Compliance: Insurance entities must ensure secure customer data handling and regulatory reporting.

Lawcify helps organisations remain compliant before and after obtaining the license.

Important Details You Should Know

IRDAI licensing is not just a one-time approval — it creates ongoing responsibilities. Businesses must follow proper documentation standards, employee training guidelines, ROC reporting, taxation compliance and Statutory audit requirements.

After obtaining IRDAI approval, many organisations also require support with:

  • Internal control policies
  • Compliance manuals
  • Technology platform approval (for digital selling)
  • Customer grievance redressal mechanisms
  • Standard operating processes

Lawcify ensures these responsibilities are handled systematically so businesses can operate confidently and scale their offerings.

Types of IRDAI Licensing & Approvals

1️⃣ Insurance Broker License

Allows sale of insurance products from multiple insurance companies with advisory responsibility.

2️⃣ Corporate Agent License

Permits companies to sell insurance products from limited insurers under strict compliance structure.

3️⃣ Web Aggregator License

Required for online comparison platforms that list and publish premium quotes from insurance companies.

4️⃣ TPA (Third Party Administrator) License

Mandatory for companies engaged in health insurance claim processing, policy administration and medical claim management.

5️⃣ Insurance Marketing Firm

Allows marketing-based sales of insurance products with specific training and staff certification standards.

6️⃣ Insurtech Digital Permission

Required for technology-driven platforms, APIs and digital selling models operating under compliance and audit frameworks.

Process to Obtain IRDAI License with Lawcify

  1. Qualification Assessment: Understanding business model and eligibility requirements based on licensing category.
  2. Documentation & Application Drafting: Preparing legal documents, declarations, board approvals and compliance framework.
  3. Submission to IRDAI: Filing complete application along with required certificates, capital proof and governance documentation.
  4. Clarifications & Regulatory Interaction: Managing review queries, compliance alignment and procedural coordination.
  5. Final Approval & Operational Setup: Implementing compliance registers, SOPs, reporting structures and ongoing filings.

With Lawcify, the licensing journey becomes organised and well-documented, reducing chances of rejection or delay.

Why Choose Lawcify for IRDAI Advisory?

Lawcify provides structured regulatory advisory beyond documentation. We support insurance and fintech-based businesses through their entire compliance lifecycle — from initial assessment to regulatory filing, training, audit support and ongoing compliance reporting.

  • Experience across insurance, fintech and regulatory ecosystem.
  • End-to-end licensing and compliance execution support.
  • Clear guidance — no confusing legal language.
  • Support for digital insurance and emerging business models.
  • Structured documentation aligned with IRDAI guidelines and expectations.

With Lawcify, your IRDAI compliance becomes predictable, professional and fully aligned with regulatory expectations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common queries about IRDAI Regulations, Insurance Licensing and Compliance, and how Lawcify supports businesses through the approval and regulatory process.

IRDAI (Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India) is the statutory body responsible for regulating the insurance sector in India. Any entity involved in insurance distribution, broking, corporate agency, web aggregation or reinsurance must obtain licensing and follow IRDAI compliance rules to operate legally.

Businesses requiring IRDAI compliance include:

  • Insurance Brokers (Direct, Composite, Reinsurance)
  • Corporate Agents and Insurance Consultants
  • Insurance Web Aggregators and Online Platforms
  • TPAs (Third Party Administrators)
  • Insurance Marketing Firms and Fintech Platforms
  • Banks or NBFCs engaged in insurance distribution

Approvals include company incorporation eligibility checks, capital adequacy requirements, fit-and-proper criteria for directors, infrastructure verification, Principal Officer qualification, insurance training completion and regulatory filings. IRDAI also evaluates operating policies, financial stability and compliance readiness before granting approval.

The documentation typically includes:

  • Certificate of incorporation and shareholding details
  • Board resolution and business model documentation
  • Infrastructure and operational compliance proof
  • Principal Officer qualification certificates
  • Net-worth and capital adequacy certificate
  • Internal policy documents including grievance redressal policies
  • Application forms and compliance reports as per IRDAI formats

The timeline varies based on business readiness and category of application. On average, approvals take 3 to 9 months depending on documentation quality, compliance gaps, follow-ups and regulatory review cycles. Companies with complete and compliant applications typically receive approval faster.

Ongoing compliance includes:

  • Quarterly and annual regulatory filings
  • Internal and external audits
  • Grievance reporting and customer service compliance
  • Maintaining minimum solvency and capital requirements
  • Training certification and Principal Officer competency renewals
  • Mandatory professional indemnity insurance

Yes. If a company fails to comply with IRDAI regulations, fails audits, misrepresents customer information or violates policy requirements, IRDAI may impose penalties, restrict operations or suspend/revoke the licence depending on severity.

Yes. Any entity offering or facilitating insurance digitally—even comparison websites, lead generators or embedded insurance platforms—must comply with IRDAI rules and obtain proper category-specific licensing to legally operate in India.

Yes. IRDAI-compliant entities are viewed as credible and operationally transparent, which significantly improves investor confidence and valuation. Lack of compliance may delay due-diligence during PE, VC or strategic funding rounds.

Lawcify provides end-to-end support including eligibility assessment, documentation drafting, Principal Officer guidance, licence filing, compliance reporting, training and audit support — ensuring your insurance business remains fully compliant, audit-ready and aligned with regulatory standards.

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