Introduction
If you want to work in India’s fast-growing insurance sector, the IRDAI Assistant Manager (Grade A) exam is a big opportunity — and chances are, you’re excitedly waiting for the 2025 notification.
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is a statutory body formed under the IRDA Act, 1999, tasked with regulating, promoting, and ensuring the orderly growth of the insurance industry in India. Working at IRDAI provides exposure to high-level policy-making, financial regulations, and market oversight — making it a dream career for many aspirants.
Even if you’re still deciding between different competitive exams, this notification is worth checking out because it gives you all the important details — like eligibility, exam pattern, and vacancies — that will help you decide if this career path is right for you.
Is the IRDAI Assistant Manager Exam Regular?
| Year | Notification Date | Phase 1 Date | Phase 2 Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 14 August 2017 | 4 October 2017 | 11 November 2017 |
| 2023 | 11 April 2023 | 25 June 2023 | 5 August 2023 |
| 2024 | 21 August 2024 | 6 November 2024 | 21 December 2024 |
Now, we finally have clarity — IRDAI itself has officially confirmed its plan for Assistant Manager recruitments.
In the above image, IRDAI has officially announced its plan to recruit 40 Assistant Managers annually, starting from 2025, to significantly increase the sanctioned strength in these roles.
This official commitment marks a clear shift, making the IRDAI Assistant Manager notification regular, yearly occurrence going forward till 2027
IRDAI Assistant Manager 2025 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Notification | August 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced |
| Phase 1 Online Exam | Expected in October 2025 |
| Phase 2 Descriptive Exam | Expected in November 2025 |
| Interview | December 2025 |
| Final Result | Early 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the IRDAI Assistant Manager 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
1. Nationality
- Must be a citizen of India.
2. Age Limit (as on cut-off date in notification)
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 30 years
- Age relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years (plus category relaxation)
3. Educational Qualification
| Stream | Educational Requirement |
|---|---|
| General | Graduation with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA |
| Actuarial | Graduation with minimum 60% marks and passed 3+ actuarial papers |
| Finance | Graduation with minimum 60% marks and CA/ICWA/MBA (Finance) |
| Law | Bachelor’s Degree in Law with minimum 60% marks |
| IT | Graduation in Computer Science/IT/Electronics with minimum 60% marks |
Selection Process
- The selection process consists of three stages:
- Phase 1 – Online Objective Exam
- Multiple-choice questions across sections such as English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness, and Subject Knowledge.
- Phase 2 – Descriptive Exam
- English drafting, précis writing, comprehension, and subject-specific papers.
- Phase 3 – Interview
- Conducted for candidates shortlisted from Phase 2.
- Phase 1 – Online Objective Exam
Exam Pattern
Phase 1 (Objective Test)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 35 min |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 35 min |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 20 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 25 min |
| Insurance & Financial Sector Awareness | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 145 min |
Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Phase 2 (Descriptive Test)
- Paper 1: English (Essay, Precis, Comprehension) – 100 marks
- Paper 2 & 3: Economic, Financial & Insurance Sector topics (subject-specific)
Syllabus Overview
The syllabus covers:
- Quantitative Aptitude:
- Arithmetic, Data Interpretation, Algebra, Mensuration, Probability
- Reasoning:
- Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding
- English:
- Grammar, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Sentence Correction
- General Awareness:
- Current Affairs, Financial Awareness, Insurance Industry Updates
- Professional Knowledge:
- Based on chosen stream (Finance, Law, IT, Actuarial, General)
Salary & Benefits
The IRDAI Assistant Manager salary is among the most attractive in the regulatory sector.
- Basic Pay: ₹44,500 per month (in the pay scale ₹44,500 – 89,150)
- Gross Monthly Salary: Around ₹1,40,000 (including allowances)
- Benefits include:
- House Rent Allowance (or Leased Accommodation)
- Medical Benefits
- Leave Travel Concession
- Pension
- Dearness Allowance & Local Allowance
How to Apply
- Visit the official website – www.irdai.gov.in
- Go to Careers section.
- Click on Recruitment of Assistant Manager 2025.
- Register online and fill in the application form.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit and take a printout for future reference.
Application Fee (Expected)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹100 |
| Others | ₹750 |
Preparation Tips
- Start with Phase 1 syllabus while keeping an eye on descriptive writing skills.
- Read IRDAI’s Annual Report and insurance sector updates for professional knowledge.
- Practice mock tests regularly to improve speed and accuracy.
- For Phase 2, focus on economic & financial sector analysis.
Conclusion
The IRDAI Assistant Manager 2025 recruitment is a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to work in India’s apex insurance regulatory body. With an excellent pay scale, job stability, and exposure to the policy-making environment, this position is ideal for motivated aspirants. Early preparation and understanding of the exam pattern will be key to success.
