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 May 29, 2026

# How to Appeal a Rejected Motor Insurance Claim in India: A 4-Step Guide

 By  [Pratyusha Pinlodi](https://blog.wizergos.com/author/pratyusha-pinlodi)  ·   1 minute read

To appeal a rejected motor insurance claim in India, you must follow a structured escalation process mandated by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI). 

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**Step 1: Formal Complaint to the Insurer**

Before escalating to external authorities, you must give the insurance company an opportunity to resolve the issue directly. 

- **Contact the GRO:** Submit a written complaint to your insurer’s **Grievance Redressal Officer (GRO)**. You can find their contact details on the insurer's website or in your policy document.
- **Response Timeline:** The insurer is required to acknowledge your complaint within **3 working days** and provide a final resolution within **15 days**.
- **Required Documents:** Attach the claim rejection letter, a copy of your policy, the FIR (if applicable), and any evidence (photos, bills) that counters the rejection reason. 

**Step 2: Escalation to IRDAI (Bima Bharosa)**

If the insurer does not respond within 15 days or if you are dissatisfied with their resolution, you can escalate the matter to the IRDAI. 

- **Bima Bharosa Portal:** Register your complaint on the Bima Bharosa System. This platform allows you to track your grievances in real-time.
- **Alternative Channels:** You can also call the IRDAI Grievance Call Centre at **155255** or **1800-4254-732**, or email [**complaints@irdai.gov.in**](mailto:complaints@irdai.gov.in). 

**Step 3: Approach the Insurance Ombudsman **

For claims involving individual policyholders where the claim amount (including expenses) does not exceed **₹50 lakhs**, you can approach the Insurance Ombudsman. 

- **Eligibility:** You must file this complaint within **one year** of the insurer's final rejection or after the 30-day waiting period if they failed to respond.
- **Cost:** This service is completely **free of charge**.
- **Outcome:** The Ombudsman may first suggest mediation. If no agreement is reached, they will pass a formal "award" within **3 months**, which is legally binding on the insurer. 

**Step 4: Legal Recourse (Last Resort)**

If all previous steps fail, you can take the matter to a **Consumer Court** or civil court. 

- **Consumer Forum:** For claims up to ₹50 lakhs, you can approach the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission.
- **Binding Nature:** While an Ombudsman's award is binding on the insurer, it is **not binding on you**; you still reserve the right to reject the award and pursue legal action in court.

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