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IC-72 is one of the subject codes in the professional examination series administered by the Insurance Institute of India (III), an Indian insurance education and examination body whose site lists professional examinations, specialised diplomas, and study material for subjects such as IC 01, IC 02, IC 14, IC 45, IC 46, IC 57, IC 58, IC 60, IC 66, IC 67, IC 70, IC 74, and others. Candidates typically encounter IC-72 as an elective or specialisation paper within that professional examination stream, alongside the Licentiate, Associateship, and Fellowship progression. The Institute publishes study material in hard copy, e-book, and audio book formats, and maintains addenda for individual subjects, so the authoritative syllabus for any paper should be confirmed against the current III syllabus and study material listing rather than assumed. Preparation should follow the sequence: obtain the current syllabus and prescribed study material for IC-72, work through the addenda for that subject, then practise with the Institute's model question banks where available and the question paper query resources. Note that III has announced revised study course materials from June 2026 and September 2026 online examinations, revised professional examination fees effective 1 April 2026, and 5% GST on e-books from 20 March 2026, so candidates should check the site before ordering material or booking a session. This page is an independent study resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by III; always verify details on the official site.

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About III IC-72 preparation

What exactly is IC-72 and where does it fit in the III examination structure?

IC-72 is a subject code in the Insurance Institute of India's professional examination series, which also covers papers such as IC 01 Principles of Insurance and IC 14 Regulations of Insurance Business. The Institute publishes subject-wise study material and addenda. Confirm IC-72's current syllabus and whether it counts as an elective or core paper on the official III syllabus page before you plan.

Is the exam online or paper-based, and how long is it?

The III site refers to online examinations and publishes an online examination schedule, and it has announced revised study course materials for the June 2026 and September 2026 online examinations. Session timings, duration, and the exact mode for IC-72 are set by the Institute per session, so check the current online examination schedule and help manual rather than relying on older information.

What is the passing score and are there negative marks?

The source material available here does not state a passing score or marking scheme for IC-72, so no figure can be given with confidence. The Institute does publish a grace passing marks notice for the IC-38 examination specifically, but that is a different paper. Read the current regulations and the examination help manual on the III site for the authoritative marking rules.

How much does it cost to register, and are there GST implications?

III has revised professional examination fees with effect from 1 April 2026, and 5% GST applies to e-books from 20 March 2026. The revised fee amounts themselves are not stated in the source text available here, so check the fee structure page on the official site for the current figure applicable to your session before paying.

Can I get an exemption for IC-72 based on other qualifications?

III operates an exemption process with a dedicated application link and FAQ. The exemption application link for the December 2026 session is announced as available from 1 December 2026. Exemption eligibility depends on your prior qualifications and the specific subject, so read the exemption FAQ and regulations on the official site before assuming IC-72 is covered.

How should I order my study if I am attempting several IC papers together?

Start with the foundational papers, since subjects like IC 01 Principles of Insurance and IC 14 Regulations of Insurance Business underpin later technical subjects. Then take the specialised paper you are attempting alongside any related subject so the concepts reinforce each other. Always download the addendum for each subject you sit, because the Institute issues corrections between printings.

What study material does III provide, and in what formats?

The Institute lists study material in hard copy, e-book, and audio book formats, with an online price list and a dispatch status page, plus subject-wise addenda. Revised study course materials have been announced from June 2026 and September 2026 online examinations, so buy the edition that matches your session. Note the 5% GST on e-books from 20 March 2026.

If I fail, how soon can I retake, and how long is a pass valid?

The source text available here does not state a retake policy, waiting period, or validity period for IC-72 passes. These are governed by the professional examination regulations, which the Institute publishes separately. Check the regulations and the professional exam FAQ on the official site, and plan around the published examination sessions rather than assuming a fixed cooling-off period.

What are the most common reasons candidates lose marks on IC papers?

Two recurring causes are studying from outdated material and skipping the addendum, which is risky given the announced revisions for the June and September 2026 online examinations. A third is neglecting the regulations paper, whose content frames compliance questions across other subjects. Confirm the current syllabus, read the addendum, and practise with the Institute's model question banks where published.

Where do I go for official answers on eligibility, results, or document uploads?

Use the Institute's own channels: the professional examination FAQ, the study course FAQ, the help manuals for new and already registered candidates, and the photo and signature upload guidance. For subject-specific doubts, the question paper query route is listed. Avoid third-party summaries for anything involving fees, dates, or eligibility, since these change with each session.