Deceased Customer Claim Settlement

We understand that the loss of a loved one can be a difficult time. To assist you in settling the banking affairs of a deceased customer, the Bank has prescribed a process for settlement of eligible claims through its branches.

Settlement Timeline

Eligible claims will be settled within 15 calendar days from the date of receipt of complete and valid documents by the Bank.

Please note that incomplete, incorrect or invalid documents may result in a delay in settlement until the deficiencies are rectified. Any false or fraudulent documents will be dealt with in accordance with applicable laws and the Bank's instructions.


Which type of claim applies to you?

Please select the category applicable to your claim to understand the documents required.

Deposit Account with Nominee

For accounts where a nominee is registered or a survivorship clause applies.

Without Nomination / Legal Representation

Claim amount up to ₹15 lakh
Claim amount above ₹15 lakh

Claim relating to a Missing Person

Claim amount up to ₹1 lakh
Claim amount above ₹1 lakh

For settlement of eligible claims where a nominee or survivorship clause is registered, the following documents are required:

  • Annex V – Claim Form
  • Death Certificate of the deceased depositor(s)
  • Officially Valid Document (OVD) of the deceased depositor(s)
  • Officially Valid Document (OVD) of the nominee(s)/survivor

Claim amount below ₹15 lakh

The following documents are required:

  • Annex VI – Claim Form
  • Death Certificate of the deceased depositor(s)
  • OVD of the deceased depositor(s) and claimant(s)
  • Annex VII – Bond of Indemnity
  • Annex VIII – Letter of Disclaimer

And Either:

  • Annex IX – Declaration regarding the legal heir(s) by an independent person who is well known to the family of the deceased, is not a party to the claim and is acceptable to the Bank; OR
  • Legal Heir Certificate issued by the competent authority
Important: No bond of surety from a third party shall be obtained for claims up to the prescribed threshold limit.
Claim amount above ₹15 lakh

The following documents are required:

  • Annex VI – Claim Form
  • Death Certificate of the deceased depositor(s)
  • OVD of the deceased depositor(s) and claimant(s)
  • Annex VII – Bond of Indemnity
  • Opinion Report on Surety
  • Annex VIII – Letter of Disclaimer

And Either:

  • Annex IX – Affidavit to be sworn before a Notary Public/Judge/Magistrate; OR
  • Legal Heir Certificate issued by the competent authority

Claim amount up to ₹1 lakh

The following documents are required:

  • First Information Report (FIR) lodged with the Police
  • Final/Non-Traceable Report issued by the Police
  • Annex VI – Claim Form
  • OVD of the claimant(s)
  • Annex VII – Bond of Indemnity
  • Annex VIII – Letter of Disclaimer
  • Annex IX – Declaration (not required to be sworn before a Notary Public/Judge/Magistrate); OR
    Legal Heir Certificate issued by the competent authority
Claim amount exceeding ₹1 lakh

Where the aggregate amount payable, including accrued interest, exceeds ₹1 lakh, the claimant shall, in addition to the prescribed claim documents, submit a declaration or certificate from a competent Court declaring the missing person as presumed dead (civil death).

How to Submit Your Claim

Claims are processed through the Bank's physical branches. Please visit the concerned branch with the applicable claim form and supporting documents.

1
Visit the Branch

Visit the concerned branch and submit the claim application along with the required documents.

2
Document Verification

The Bank will comprehensively verify the claim application and supporting documents.

3
Rectification

If any document or information is deficient, the claimant will be required to rectify it.

4
Claim Settlement

Eligible claims will be settled within 15 calendar days from receipt of complete valid documents.

Need Assistance?

For assistance regarding the deceased customer claim settlement process or the documents required, please visit your nearest/concerned branch or contact the Bank.

Note: The documents mentioned above are indicative of the requirements applicable to the respective claim categories. The Bank may require additional documents/information depending on the nature and circumstances of the claim, in accordance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements and the Bank's policies.