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Overview

  • 1. How can I download a car insurance policy or insurance certificate online?

    You can download your car insurance Certificate online by visiting the official website of Acko car insurance and logging in to your account with your credentials. You can also request the insurance company to email you the car insurance certificate at the email address provided.

  • 2. What is the Incurred Claim Ratio of Acko car insurance company?

    The Incurred Claims Ratio (ICR) of Acko Car insurance company for the financial year 2018-19 is 129%.

  • 3. How many add-on covers does Acko car insurance company offer?

    Acko car insurance company offers a wide range of add on covers under a comprehensive car insurance plan which can be added in order to enhance and customise your plan as per your requirement. Some of the add-on covers offered by Acko car insurance as follows:

    1. Zero depreciation- 
      This add-on cover ensures that your insurance company pays you the whole amount of the car without deducting any depreciation value during the claim process.
    2. No- claim bonus protection- 
      Under this add-on, the no claim bonus is kept intact even after you make a claim under the policy.
    3. Engine Protect Cover- 
      Engine protect add-on covers the damages to the engine due to water-logging which are usually not covered under a comprehensive car insurance policy. It can be added to your car insurance plan to ensure complete coverage to the vehicle engine.
    4. Return to Invoice- 
      Return to Invoice add- on pay you the invoice value of the car and not just the insured declared value, in case of the total loss of the car or theft.
    5. Roadside Assistance- Roadside Assistance add-on cover provides assistance in the event of a car breakdown. This add-on cover offers flat tyre expenses, towing charges, refuelling, expenses towards the arrangement of a mechanic, etc.
  • 4. How to check my car insurance claim status online?

    To check your car insurance claim status online, you should log into your Acko account. Visit the link https://www.acko.com/login/ and enter in your mobile number. An OTP would be sent to your number. Enter the OTP and log into your account. Once you have logged in, your claim status would be shown in your account.

  • 5. What is the time taken by the company to process my claim?

    Acko tries to settle your claims within the shortest possible time. The exact time, however, depends on the severity of your claims. Minor claims are settled on the spot while for complicated claims, it might take the company days to settle it.

  • 6. Does Acko offer Pay-as-you-Drive insurance?

    No, currently Acko does not offer the Pay-as-you-Drive policy for your cars.

  • 7. How can I download a car insurance policy or insurance certificate online?

    You can download your car insurance Certificate online by visiting the official website of Acko car insurance and logging in to your account with your credentials. You can also request the insurance company to email you the car insurance certificate at the email address provided.

  • 8. How can I pay for an Acko car insurance policy online?

    You can pay for Acko car insurance policy online through various modes of online payment surcharge credit card, debit card, net banking, mobile wallets, etc. However, you should ensure that you are transacting on the official website of the insurance company for security reasons. 

  • 9. Can I transfer car insurance from one vehicle to another?

    Yes, you can transfer the car insurance plan from one car to another by filing RTO form number 28, 29 and 30 along with the clearance certificate. You can contact your Insurance Company to transfer the car insurance by submitting the above-stated documents. 

  • 10. How can I find my car insurance policy number in Acko Car Insurance?

    The car insurance policy number is stated in the policy document and you can find it by reading the document orally. If you are having a problem in locating it, you can contact the insurance company and take their assistance. You can also visit the official website of the insurance company and login to your account to check the insurance policy number. 

Renewal

  • 1. Can the ACKO car insurance renewal be done using the ACKO application software?

    Yes, the renewal procedure can be facilitated after downloading the application on the device and logging in to the account.

  • 2. Can the ACKO insurance policy be renewed after 90 days grace period?

    Yes, but it will involve additional costs on premiums and you won’t be able to enjoy other key benefits like NCB.

  • 3. Can the car be used on the road without insurance renewal?

    No, it is not advised, as monetary charges can be levied.

  • 4. Can car insurance renewal using ACKO reduce my premium payments?

    Yes, because the intermediaries are absent for facilitating the transactions, resulting in zero additional costs on premiums.

  • 5. How can ACKO customer care be contacted?

    Using the following contact details, the insurance holder can contact the customer care of ACKO.

Claim

  • 1. What are the major factors in determining your ACKO car insurance premium?

    Your vehicle's car insurance premium depends on certain factors such as the manufacturer and makes of your vehicle, the registration location of your vehicle, the vehicle's age, and so on.

  • 2. How can you renew your ACKO car insurance online?

    Hop on to the ACKO website or log in to the mobile app to renew your insurance. Go to your policy and select the "renew car insurance" tab to renew your policy. Then, select from the available options and proceed to pay for your preferred policy.

  • 3. Is car insurance mandatory for your vehicle?

    Yes. Under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, all vehicles driven on Indian roads must have a valid insurance policy. A third-party insurance policy is compulsory for all commercial and private vehicles in India.

  • 4. How to ensure a hassle-free ACKO car insurance claim process?

    ACKO has already kept a hassle-free process for settling car insurance claims. However, to further smoothen the process, ensure that you follow all the instructions and submit the required documents on time.stances where the company rejects the insurance claim. A few of the reasons for claim rejections are mentioned below: 

    • If the driver doesn’t have a valid driving licence, then the insurance claim can be rejected.
    • At the time of the accident, if your car had more passengers than the prescribed limit.
    • If the car was parked in the no-parking zone
    • If prior to the accident, car was not serviced properly
    • If you fail to file a claim within the mandated time frame
    • If you had provided the wrong information at the time of drawing up the insurance
    • If you fail to update your insurance provider with the car repairs and the modifications
    • If you have an expired car insurance policy

Policy Download

  • 1. How do I know that my ACKO car insurance policy is valid?

    You may check it via the expiry date mentioned in the "Policy Details" section of your ACKO car insurance policy.

  • 2. Which is better – downloading the car insurance policy document or carrying the hard copy?

    Carrying the hard copy of the policy might get difficult. Hence, keeping the downloaded soft copy is always the best option.

  • 3. Can I get my ACKO car insurance policy delivered at home?

    Yes. Contact ACKO and apply for a car insurance policy. After successful completion of all the processes, ACKO will deliver the policy document to your home.

  • 4. What are there in the details point in ACKO car insurance policy?

    The name of your car insurance policy will appear first in the details. Then comes the information about your car along with your personal details. But personal information like phone numbers and email addresses are kept hidden.

Add On Covers

  • 1. Can I transfer my Acko car insurance if I sell my car?

    Yes, you can transfer your Acko car insurance if you sell your car. Depending upon your insurer, you may or may not have to pay a transfer fee on it. The cost of the transfer fee varies from insurer to insurer.

  • 2. Can I add Acko Car insurance add-on covers in the middle of the policy tenure?

    Yes, Acko car insurance allows customers to add, add on covers in the middle of policy tenure.

  • 3. What will happen to my Acko Four-wheeler car insurance add-on if I lose the policy papers?

    When you purchase Acko four-wheeler car insurance add-on online or offline, you get all the policy-related documents on your registered email ID. Policyholders are advised to make a photocopy of the policy documents after they receive the papers.

  • 4. How many add-ons  am I allowed to choose?

    There is no set limit on the number of add-ons you opt to add to your Acko Car insurance cover add-on covers.

  • 5. Is a Police FIR mandatory to claim ACKO car insurance?

    Yes, Police FIR is mandatory while filing a claim for Acko car insurance.

Comprehensive

  • 1. What is a Bumper-to-Bumper cover?

    A Bumper-to-Bumper insurance cover is applied when claims for car parts are settled without considering the vehicle's depreciation.

  • 2. Does an ACKO comprehensive car insurance policy cover damages incurred by the car in situations of nuclear attacks?

    No, nuclear wars and damages caused by them are not covered by the ACKO comprehensive car insurance policy.

  • 3. Is an ACKO comprehensive car insurance policy more expensive than a third-party policy?

    Yes, the ACKO comprehensive car insurance policy is more expensive as compared to a third-party car insurance policy. This is because the premium for the former is greater than the latter.

  • 4. Can I raise a claim for my ACKO comprehensive car insurance policy online?

    You can raise a claim online for your ACKO comprehensive car insurance policy. For more details, you can visit the ACKO official website.

  • 5. Is an ACKO comprehensive car insurance policy suitable for a newly purchased car?

    If you buy an ACKO comprehensive car insurance policy for your brand-new car, it would add value as it offers complete protection to your new vehicle from various mishaps. 

Third-Party

  • 1. Is it possible to customize an ACKO third-party car insurance policy?

    Due to the limited coverage provided by an ACKO third-party car insurance policy, you cannot customize your policy.

  • 2. Is it possible for me to renew my ACKO third-party car insurance policy online?

    Yes, you can renew your ACKO third-party car insurance policy online.

  • 3. Can I change my insurance policy after buying it?

    Yes, you can change your car insurance policy after buying it.

  • 4. What is the official website for availing ACKO third-party car insurance policy?

    You can avail ACKO third-party car insurance policy by visiting https://www.acko.com/.

  • 5. Does ACKO third-party car insurance policy cover legal liabilities?

    Yes, an ACKO third-party car insurance policy also covers all kinds of third-party legal liabilities which might occur in difficult situations.

Zero Depreciation

  • 1. Are zero depreciation policy and Bumper-to-Bumper add-on the same thing?

    Yes, zero depreciation and Bumper-to-Bumper policy are the same and can be bought as an add-on with a standard car insurance policy.

  • 2. Is it possible to raise a claim with the ACKO app?

    Yes, you can raise a claim through the ACKO app.

  • 3. Which factors affect the ACKO zero depreciation car insurance policy premium?

    Model of the car, age of the car, and the owner's residential location affect the ACKO car zero depreciation insurance online premium.

  • 4. Is tyre damage covered under the ACKO zero depreciation car insurance policy?

    Yes, tyre damage would be covered under the ACKO zero depreciation car insurance policy.

  • 5. Is the zero depreciation policy meant for new cars only?

    The ACKO zero depreciation car insurance policy is meant for newly purchased cars. However, owners of older car models of up to 5 years of age can also opt for the same.

Own Damage

  • 1. What is an Outstation Emergency Cover?

    An outstanding emergency cover protects the car in case of breakdowns and other events outside a 100km radius of your residence.

  • 2. Can I raise a claim for an ACKO standalone car insurance policy in person?

    You can only raise a claim for an ACKO standalone car insurance policy through their online portal.

  • 3. Is an ACKO standalone car insurance policy mandatory to buy?

    It is not mandatory to buy an ACKO standalone car insurance policy.

  • 4. Does ACKO standalone car insurance policy provide a No-Claim Bonus?

    Yes, for every claim-free year, ACKO provides a No-Claim Bonus along with the ACKO standalone car insurance policy.

  • 5. Are there add-ons available with the ACKO standalone car insurance policy?

    Yes, there are several add-ons available with the ACKO standalone car insurance policy.

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