IGMS Complaint Filing: The Step-by-Step 2026 Guide

By Hari Kotian, IRDAI-Certified Insurance Advisor · 2026

The Integrated Grievance Management System (IGMS), now branded Bima Bharosa, is IRDAI's official portal for policyholder complaints. It is free, official, and carries regulatory weight - insurers respond seriously because IRDAI monitors it.

Registration and form

Register on bimabharosa.irdai.gov.in with email and mobile (OTP verified), select the insurer, describe the grievance with dates, and attach documents. Note the reference number - it powers all tracking.

What happens next

The insurer is notified and must respond within 15 days. IRDAI reviews the response, and inadequate replies can be escalated further, including to the Insurance Ombudsman.