Become an
Insurance agent

• Who is an IRDA-approved agent?

  An IRDA-approved agent is one who is registered with IRDA and is license to sell insurance products to policyholders.

• Who will provide a license to sell the policy?

  IRDA provides a license to insurance agents to sell insurance policy.

• Why become a POSP Insurance Agent with InsuranceDekho?

  You should become a POSP insurance agent with InsuranceDekho for several reasons, such as for getting timely payouts, professional training, and dedicated support.

• What types of insurance can I sell?

  As an insurance agent, you can sell both motor and non-motor insurance plans.

• How much can you earn as an Insurance agent?

  The earning of an insurance agent depends on the number of insurance policies they sell.

• How to become an insurance agent in India?

  To become an insurance agent in India, you need to complete the mandatory IRDAI exam and complete the online training exam.

• What educational qualification is needed to become POSP?

  To become a POSP agent, you need to atleast complete your 10th exam.

• What is the age limit for POSP?

  The minimum age limit to become POSP is 18 years.

• Do I need experience to become a POSP agent?

  No, you don’t need a prior experience to become a POSP agent.

• How much time does it take to become an insurance agent?

  To become an insurance agent, you need to complete the 15-hour mandatory exam which will typically be completed within 3 days.

• Who can become POSP Insurance Agent?

  Any individual who is atleast 18 years of age, has qualified IRDA exam, and completed their 10th examination is eligible to become a POSP insurance agent.

• Is there any medical test required to become POSP insurance agent?

  No, there is no medical test required to become POSP insurance agent.

• What documents are required for an insurance agent?

  Some documents required to become an insurance agent are PAN card, aadhaar card, passport-size photograph, and bank account details.

• Does this job require physical presence or can I do it from my preferred location?

  You can perform the duties of POSP insurance agent for anywhere.

• What kind of training do I need to become an insurance agent?

  You need to complete 15-hour mandatory training to become an insurance agent.

• How much does it cost to become an insurance agent?

  You need zero investment to become an insurance agent.

• Where can I find insurance agent training programs?

  You can find insurance agent training programs on IRDAI website.

• What are some of the challenges of becoming an insurance agent?

  There are no specific challenges to become an insurance agent as you just need to get a license from IRDAI after completing the IRDAI-mandate exam.

• Is POSP insurance a good career choice for me?

  Yes, it is good to become a POSP insurance agent to pave for additional income.

• Can I sell both life and non-life insurance?

  Yes, you can sell both life and non-life insurance plans as an insurance agent.

• What is the earning potential of an insurance agent?

  The earning potential of an insurance agent depends on the number of insurance policies you sell.