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If you want to secure your car and yourself against unforeseen damage, loss or injuries, opt for a Standalone Own Damage car insurance policy by Digit that offers added protection beyond third-party liabilities.
With Digit, you enjoy the convenience of instant online buying or renewal of OD car insurance policy and can drive with peace of mind. You can also customize your coverage with car insurance add-ons for enhanced protection. Don’t let accidents set you back—insure your car with OD plan today!
Standalone Own Damage car insurance is a type of car insurance policy that is designed to specifically cover your own car’s damages and losses. This includes damages and losses caused due to accidents and collisions, natural calamities, fires, theft or any other unforeseen incident.
It is an affordable car insurance policy that offers additional coverage than the third-party car insurance policy. Though it is optional to buy OD car insurance in India, car owners can purchase OD policy only along with a third-party liability car insurance. Additionally, a person already having third-party car insurance can also buy an OD car insurance plan to cover their own car.
Since September 2019, an Own Damage cover is no longer only a part of Comprehensive Car Insurance, but, can also be bought as a standalone policy. However, this is only applicable if you already have Third-Party Car Insurance in place.
The motive behind introducing such a plan was that though many people already had a Third-Party Policy in place, it did not cover one’s own damages and injuries, which was a major issue. So, Own Damage (OD) car insurance was introduced as a result, to provide additional protection to your own car from damage.
Let’s take an example to understand this better.
Say, you’ve recently bought your new Toyota Etios and while you were at the showroom itself, the dealer sold you a three-years bundle third-party policy for your Toyota Etios.
Now, it’s only a year later you realize that apart from third-party liabilities, you’d like to protect your own car from damage and losses too.
In this case, instead of waiting for your renewal date to upgrade your plan, or buying Comprehensive Car Insurance, you can just get yourself a private car Standalone Own Damage policy, and that will do the job as well. Also, you can get add-ons with it to protect yourself against damage that is not covered under the Standalone OD car insurance policy.
When it came to motor insurance specifically, Digit showcased a high-efficiency Claims Settlement Ratio (CSR), with 96% of motor claims settled seamlessly and we make this simple with:
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Standalone OD in car insurance offers several key benefits to car owners such as:
OD car insurance covers the damage suffered by the insured car, implying that this cover will pay for the repair costs if your car is damaged or lost due to natural calamities, theft, fire, and accidents.
The OD cover for car also allows you to purchase add-ons like zero dep, engine and gearbox protect, personal accident cover, etc., to enhance your and your car’s protection.
With Own Damage car insurance, you can enjoy the benefits of NCB, which rewards you for your safe driving by giving you a discount on car insurance own damage premium for the previous claim-free years.
If you’re looking for an affordable insurance plan to protect you and your car, OD car insurance is the most suitable. It also offers you the freedom to choose a policy term that suits your needs, with options for annual or multi-year coverage.
Covers for the damages caused to your car in case of an accident or collision.
Will compensate for you in case your car is unfortunately stolen.
In case there’s a fire and your car is damaged due to the same. Your own damage cover will cover for it.
No one can stop nature’s many furies but in case your car is damaged due to it, we will be your one-stop for damage control.
While Own Damage insurance for cars is great for your car’s protection, here are a few exceptions.
This is a standalone Own Damage Cover policy. Therefore, your third-party liabilities won’t be included in this. Your third-party car insurance or comprehensive car insurance will instead take care of the same.
This goes against the law, therefore claims won’t be covered if you were driving under the influence of alcohol.
As a standard rule, no car insurance can accept claims if the said person is driving illegally. Therefore, claims can only be made if you were rightly driving with a valid driver’s licence.
This is pretty obvious, isn’t it? If you haven't bought specific add-ons, you won’t be able to benefit from them. For example, without opting for a tyre protect cover- your tyre will only be protected during accidents and not beyond that.
Consequential damages refer to damages that take place after an accident. Unfortunately, those won’t be covered unless the damage has happened during the accident itself.
In simple terms, this means your car won’t be covered if you’ve done something you weren’t supposed to do. For example; if your city was already flooded and you still took your car out.
As per the law, if you only have a learner’s licence, you need to have someone with a permanent driver’s licence beside you. If that’s not the case, your car won’t be covered.
Add-ons which you can buy with your car OD insurance policy at Digit are:
Ideal for cars less than 5 years old, zero depreciation cover allows you to nullify the depreciation charged on your car and its parts and gives you the full value of repairs, costs and replacements during a claim.
In case of theft or damages beyond repair, return to invoice add-on gives you the benefit of getting back the complete amount of your car's invoice value, including the cost of registering a new vehicle and its road tax respectively.
Generally, tyre damage isn't covered in standard insurance unless the damage takes place during an accident. That's why this tyre protect add-on gives you the benefit of safeguarding and covering tyre damage such as tyre bursts, bulges or cuts during all other situations possible.
We all need a little help sometimes! Our Breakdown Assistance Add-On gives you the benefit of getting help whenever required, i.e. assistance during car breakdowns at any time you'd like. The best part? It doesn't even count as a claim!
A consumable cover gives your car an additional layer of protection. It covers the cost for all your car's nitty-gritties, such as the engine oils, screws, nuts and bolts, grease, etc. in a situation of an accident.
Do you know that the cost of replacing your engine is approximately 40% of its cost? In a standard car insurance policy, only damage caused during an accident is covered. However, with Engine and Gear-box Protection add-on, you can specifically also cover for the life of your car (the engine and gearbox!) for any consequential damage caused post the accident. This could happen due to water regression, leakage of lubricating oil, and undercarriage damage.
The price of replacing or fixing the lockset of the vehicle is quite high. If you avail Key and Lock Protect add-on cover, you can get compensated by the insurer for the cost incurred.
The benefit of having this Daily Conveyance Benefit add-on cover is that you can get a fixed amount for your daily commute, if the vehicle is in the garage for a long duration of time.
In case, if you or your immediate family lose some personal belongings while travelling in the insured vehicle, Loss of Personal Belongings add-on cover can be beneficial. It ensures that you are compensated for the loss of valuables.
If you opt for this add-on cover, you declare and agree that you will run the vehicle for a maximum number of kilometres as per the plan opted for. The Pay As You Drive Cover ensures that you are eligible for a discount on the premium of Own Damage cover of the base policy.
The EV Shield add-on cover is available for EV or Hybrid Vehicles (petrol/diesel + electric) and compensates you in case of loss or consequential damage to your vehicle. This includes loss or damage to the electrical panel for the vehicle charging point, vehicle charger including charging cable, and roadside assistance services related to EV’s battery issues.
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Here’s the difference between third-party, comprehensive, and own damage car insurance policy in India:
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Damages to Third-Party Vehicle |
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Personal Accident Cover |
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Theft of your car |
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Customize your IDV |
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Enter Car Details
On the Digit App or website, enter car registration number and select the policy status.
Choose a Plan
Select the type of car insurance plan and choose desired add-ons.
Enter Personal Details
Enter your personal, nominee and vehicle details, and move to the next step.
Make Payment
Complete the payment and mandatory KYC verification process.
That's It!
You’ll receive the policy document via email, SMS and WhatsApp. Also, you can access it 24X7 on the Digit App.
While buying a new car insurance policy online from Digit, you don’t need a load of documents or paperwork. By having the following documents handy, you can easily buy a new car insurance policy within minutes:
Car Registration Certificate
Previous year car insurance policy
A Previous Year Car Insurance Policy refers to the car insurance coverage you had for the previous policy term, typically valid for one year. It includes details like:
Aadhaar Card
Login
Open the Digit App and go to the "File Motor Claim" option. Login and you'll be directed to the "File Motor Claim" page. Click on the policy card to start claim filing.
Provide Details
Fill in all the details related to the accident and damage to the car.
Enter Personal Details
Update your personal details and that's it, your claim is successfully filed, and you will receive the next steps on your email & WhatsApp.
To download your renewed or already active car insurance policy with Digit, follow the given steps:
Login to Your Acount
Visit the Digit website or app and click on ‘Login’ at the top-right corner. Enter your registered mobile number and verify with OTP.
Visit ‘Active Policies’
Once logged in, navigate to the Active/My Policies section. Here, you can check the policy number, end date & start date.
Download the Policy
Done! You can save, share, print or email the policy for future reference anytime, anywhere.
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In H2 FY25, our average car repair approval time was 14 hours and 46 minutes, with 67% of approvals completed within 12 hours. Only a few cases experienced longer wait times, typically due to complex assessments or the need for additional documentation, highlighting our commitment to minimising delays and maximising efficiency.
Rest assured, we carefully monitor every step to ensure your car is back on the road as swiftly as possible!
The below data is for all the products as given in the table below.
That’s how many times we showed up for our customers in FY 2024–25. Behind each of those numbers is a mishap, and we were right there, making sure things got sorted quickly.
Out of these, nearly ₹6.52 lakh were motor insurance claims alone—proof that we’re there when it matters most, whether it’s something trivial or serious.
From minor hiccups to major emergencies, we made sure our customers didn’t have to carry the financial burden alone. Quick settlements, zero confusion, and real peace of mind.
Of this, ₹2,199 crore was paid out under motor insurance, covering everything from accidents to unexpected situations like rat damage.
Out of 9.16 lakh claims in FY 2024–25, only 256 were escalated to the Hon’ble Ombudsman^. Out of which only 46# were escalated and ruled in favour of the customer. This significantly proves the claim's accuracy rate of 99.9950%.
For Motor Claims, out of 256 escalated claims for Digit, just 124 were motor-related. By year-end, 104 motor claims were closed, with 28 resolved through mediation. Only 26 health claim decisions went in favour of customers.
The below information is a summary of escalated claim cases reviewed by the Hon’ble Ombudsman in FY 2024–25.
Disclaimer: ^This data pertains to cases reported to various offices of the Hon’ble Insurance Ombudsman. Customers have the option to approach the Consumer forum as well; #Only includes complaints arising from claims. The company had a total of 11 complaints arising from non-claims, i.e., policy-related grievances (5 won, 2 settled, 1 lost, and 3 outstanding). One non-claim complaint where the decision went in favour of the complainant is not included in the numerator while calculating claims accuracy.
In a recent case from Raipur, a private car was involved in an accident that tragically resulted in a fatality. While such incidents are deeply distressing, they also bring significant financial and legal responsibilities. Fortunately, the vehicle was covered under our third-party insurance policy, which enabled a compensation payout of ₹1.5 crore to the affected party.
This case highlights the critical importance of third-party liability coverage in motor insurance, offering essential financial protection during life’s most difficult moments.
People who have only a Third-Party Car Insurance can get a standalone Own Damage cover to protect their own car from damage and losses too.
If you are a new car owner, the best decision is to protect your brand-new from damage and losses by getting your own damage insurance for car, as it will help you financially when getting car parts repaired or replaced.
If you have just learnt how to drive a car, hitting the roads can seem frightening due to lack of driving experience. However, with an OD car insurance plan you can keep yourself and your car secure in unfortunate incidents.
Getting your luxury car’s parts repaired or replaced in case of any damage or loss can affect your pocket heavily. This is why expensive and luxury car owners must have OD car insurance to cover their own damage.
Driving in congested or bigger cities with high traffic and higher accident rates always has its own set of risks. Therefore, it is better to ensure your car’s safety first by securing it with your Own Damage car insurance.
This is the first question that should come to your mind when switching your insurance company. Good you’re doing that!
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The car insurance own damage premium is slightly higher than third-party liability plan but lower than comprehensive car insurance, and it depends on various factors.
However, here’s how to calculate the OD premium for car:
IDV X [Premium Rate (decided by insurer)] + [Add-Ons (e.g. bonus coverage)] – [Discount & benefits (no claim bonus, theft discount, etc.)]
In an Own Damage cover, your car premium is calculated depending on various factors, which are discussed below:
Increase Voluntary Deductibles - In an OD cover, there’s something known as ‘Voluntary Deductibles’, which refers to the amount of money you choose to pay during claims. Therefore, based on your feasibility you can increase the percentage of your voluntary deductible, which will directly reduce your OD premium.
Declare Correct IDV - With Digit, you are given the option to customize your IDV yourself. Therefore, make sure your IDV is always right since this will affect both your OD premium and your claim amounts too during claim settlements.
Don’t Forget to Transfer your NCB - If you’ve had an Own Damage or Comprehensive Car Insurance policy before, ensure you transfer your NCB to your current policy, to get your accumulated discount.
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