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How to File Motor Vehicle Insurance Claim 2026

Motor Insurance Claim - accident/theft/3rd party. Cashless garages. Within 24-72 hours. Online filing.

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About This Guide

Motor Vehicle Insurance Claim for accidents, theft, third party damage. Inform insurer within 24-72 hours of incident. Cashless garage network for repairs OR reimbursement. FIR for theft/major accident. Survey by surveyor. Settlement 30-90 days.

Eligibility Criteria

Active motor insurance
Incident covered (per policy)
Aadhaar mandatory
RC valid
Within claim window

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Insurance policy
Aadhaar
PAN
RC original
Driving license
FIR (if applicable)
Damage photos
Repair estimate (workshop)
Bank account
Claim form

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Within 24-72 Hours

Inform insurer + helpline.

FIR (if Applicable)

Theft + major accident.

Damage Photos

Comprehensive.

Surveyor Visit

Insurer-appointed.

Repair Estimate

Cashless OR reimbursement garage.

Cashless Repair

Network garage.

Reimbursement

Pay first + claim.

Claim Settlement

30-90 days.

NCB Impact

Resets per claim.

Key Benefits

Cashless network
Quick survey
Multiple repair options
Insurer-managed
3rd party covered
Theft included
Accident comprehensive
Online filing

What Happens After Application?

30-90 days settlement.

Frequently Asked Questions

NCB after claim?

NCB resets to 0% after claim. 1-claim cap policies retain partial NCB.