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ULIP Returns in 25 Years

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Understanding ULIP Returns in 25 Years

25 Years ULIP Returns
May 20, 2025

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In this policy, the investment risks in the investment portfolio is borne by the policyholder

As the cost of living continues to rise, you must plan and invest in your future. One way to do so is through a Unit-Linked Insurance Plan (ULIP) for 25 years. The policy helps individuals create a secure financial future by investing in various market-linked funds for 25 years. During the policy tenure, the investor receives life coverage, offering financial security to their loved ones. Let’s better understand these plans and how they can help you fulfil your goals.

What Is a 25-Year ULIP Policy?

Insurance companies offer 25-year ULIP plans as a comprehensive insurance-cum-investment policy for long-term financial goals. You pay regular premiums that get split into two. One part goes towards providing life coverage and pays for the company’s administrative and fund management charges. The rest gets invested in various funds. You can select the fund allocation based on your risk appetite and future financial goals.

How Does a 25-Year ULIP Policy Work?

The 25-year ULIP policy was curated to blend life cover and investment opportunity. Let us understand how ULIP grows over 25 years while safeguarding your family against uncertainties.

ULIP is a combo of life insurance and investments. While the premium allocated for life cover serves as a financial safety cushion for your family, the rest is invested in market-linked assets such as equity funds, debt funds, or both. A 25-year time horizon enables the investment to ride through the market’s ups and downs and deliver commendable returns.

How ULIP works for you can be made more explicit with an example.

Nivedita invested Rs. 80000 annually in ULIP. She allocated 40% for debt funds and 60% for equity funds. With an expected average return of 8%, the policy would be worth 63.16 lakhs for an investment of Rs. 20.00 lakhs. This is a substantial corpus to fulfil various financial goals.

Please note that these are illustrative figures and the values may change as per the return and market fluctuations.

Why Choose a 25-Year ULIP Policy?

Opting for a 25-year ULIP offers many benefits. Here’s why you should consider purchasing such a plan.

  • Market-linked Returns

    ULIPs allow debt and equity market-linked investments. These investments can provide higher returns than traditional savings plans.

  • Flexibility

    ULIPs provide the flexibility to choose your investment avenues and make switches based on market conditions. Additionally, ULIPs allow partial withdrawals in financial emergencies.

  • Tax Benefits

    ULIPs fall under the EEE or exempt-exempt-exempt category, so you enjoy tax exemptions and deductions under Section 80C# and Section 10(10D) of the Income Tax Act of 1961 subject to the conditions mentioned in the provisions of the Income Tax Law.

    The amount you invest enjoys tax deductions under Section 80C# of the Income Tax Act.

    Proceeds received on surrender/partial withdrawal/maturity of ULIP plan are exempt from tax subject to provisions mentioned in Section 10(10D) i.e if the premium payable for any of the years during the policy term does not exceeds 10% of the death sum assured.

    In addition to the above, for policies issued after 1st Feb 2021 tax exemption on maturity proceeds will be available if premium paid in any of the years towards such matured polices does not exceed Rs.2,50,000. Out of the total matured policies in a financial year, exemption u/s 10(10D) will be available only towards those polices who’s aggregate premium in any years does not exceed Rs. 2,50,000/.

    Income from rest of the policies exceeding the mentioned limit will be chargeable as capital gains.

    Death proceeds are also exempt from tax for all ULIP plans.

  • Life Coverage

    Your ULIP policy offers life coverage, providing your loved ones with financial security and stability during a difficult time.

  • Long-term Investment

    The longer you stay invested in a ULIP, the better. ULIP returns in 25 years will likely be better than returns over five or ten years. This long-term approach makes ULIPs attractive for various investor profiles, including options like ULIP for NRI that cater to non-resident Indians looking to invest in their home country.

How Are 25-Year ULIP Policy Return Rates Calculated?

Calculating the ULIP returns in 25 years is challenging. But it can be simple if you know the fundamentals and have the Net Asset Value and formula ready. 

ULIP Fund Investment

This is the trickiest part. A section of the premiums paid regularly goes into investments. The choice of funds rests with you. Assess your goals and risk profile and choose funds that coincide with them. Reviewing your portfolio and tweaking it according to the changing market scenario, your financial goals, and risk tolerance levels is crucial to neutralising losses.

Net Asset Value (NAV)

Net Asset Value indicates how much each fund unit is worth at a given time. The formula for calculating the NAV is:

NAV = (Total Assets - Total Liabilities) / Number of Outstanding Units

The NAV behaves according to market conditions and should be calculated daily to track your fund’s position.

25-Year Return

To comprehend the 25-year return of your investment portfolio, use the CAGR or Compound Annual Growth Rate formula.

CAGR = [(Final NAV / Initial NAV)^(1/Number of Years)] - 1

  • Final NAV is the fund unit value at the end of 25 years.
  • Initial NAV is the fund unit value at the time of policy purchase.
  • The number of years is the time horizon, and in this case, 25 years.

You arrive at the average yearly ULIP returns in 25 years.

ULIP Flexibility

The USP of ULIP is the flexibility it offers. If you are not comfortable with your investment portfolio or if it is not yielding expected returns, you are allowed to amend it by switching funds anytime during the policy term. This way, your investment can stay in sync with the changing market trends, your financial goals, and your risk appetite.

Key Factors Affecting ULIP Returns in 25 Years

Various elements affect ULIP returns in 25 years. They are:

Market Fluctuations

Market volatility plays a significant role in determining the returns. There can be rises and dips depending on the market behaviour. The fund value rises when the market is strong and crashes when the market is weak. A 25-year horizon smoothens these temporary swings and delivers significant returns.

Choosing the Right Funds

Having the right mix in your investment portfolio can create magic. Putting money in equity funds when young gives you enough time to wade through the market ups and downs. As you grow older, switching to debt funds will be a smart choice to protect your investment.

Charges That Impact Returns

ULIP Charges collected for premium allocation, administration, fund management, mortality, partial withdrawals, top-up, etc., can erode the ultimate returns. These charges are offset at the time of exit, which reduces the returns. Opting for an ULIP with affordable charges can minimise losses.

FAQs on ULIP Returns in 25 years

Q. Can I withdraw my ULIP investment before 25 years?

Yes. You can surrender the policy or withdraw partially after the 5-year lock-in period. However, these withdrawals have exit charges that reduce the returns. It is recommended to refrain from withdrawals unless there is a dire emergency to maintain the pace of your investment growth. 

Q. What are the average ULIP returns over a 25-year period?

The ULIP returns of 25 years vary with the fund's choice and market trend. However, historical data for long-term equity investments demonstrates an average return of 10 to 12%. The past data, however, does not vouch for future returns. 

Q. How do market conditions impact ULIP returns in 25 years? 

ULIP investments are in market-linked funds and are influenced by economic conditions, interest rates, and global events. Holding the funds for a longer period gives a chance for your money to grow exponentially by balancing the market ups and downs and utilising the compounding effect. 

Q. How to calculate ULIP maturity value after 25 years?

You can calculate the ULIP maturity value after 25 years with the total number of units you have at the end of 25 years and the NAV of the fund units on the date of maturity. All you need to do is use the formula:

Maturity Value = Total outstanding units * NAV at the end of 25 years. 

Q. Are ULIP returns in 25 years sufficient for long-term goals? 

With prudent financial planning, a 25-year ULIP encashes the power of compounding to yield considerable returns adequate for long-term goals, such as funding your child’s education or marriage, buying a new home, a financially stress-free retirement, etc. 

Q. Is it safe to rely on ULIP returns from the last 25 years for planning? 

Historical data can only depict the growth pattern but cannot guarantee future results. A smart fund choice corresponding with your goals and risk profile is crucial to earn good returns. Since market cycles change frequently, keeping updated, reviewing your profile and adapting it to changing cycles and goals can generate expected results.

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