Top 10 Reinsurance Companies in India | Services & Analysis 2031

Code: MTA8102 Publication Date: Aug 2025

Top 10 Reinsurance Companies in India

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the India Reinsurance Market is anticipated to grow rapidly, registering a CAGR of 9.8% during the forecast period (2025-2031).

This growth is driven by the increasing insurance penetration across life and non-life segments and the need for large-scale capital support to cover catastrophic events. Additionally, evolving regulatory frameworks, the expansion of specialty lines such as cyber and agricultural insurance, and the growing role of technology in underwriting and claims management are further supporting market momentum.

This report emphasizes the Top 10 Reinsurance Companies in India, as acknowledged through widespread analysis conducted by 6Wresearch internal database. Directed by in-depth market evaluation and industry experts, these leading companies have been known as the primary leaders driving growth and innovation in the India Reinsurance Industry.

List of Leading Companies in the India Reinsurance Market

Below is a comprehensive list of the leading market players driving growth in this sector:

1.Swiss Re

Company NameSwiss Re
Established Year1863
HeadquartersZurich, Switzerland (India operations in Mumbai)
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Swiss Re is a global reinsurance leader with a strong presence in India, providing innovative solutions across property, casualty, life, and health reinsurance.

2.General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re)

Company NameGeneral Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re)
Established Year1972
HeadquartersMumbai, Maharashtra
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GIC Re is India’s national reinsurer and one of the largest in Asia, offering a wide range of treaty and facultative reinsurance solutions across life and non-life segments.

3.SCOR Reinsurance

Company NameSCOR Reinsurance
Established Year1970
HeadquartersParis, France (India branch in Mumbai)
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SCOR is a leading global reinsurer providing tailored risk solutions in life, health, and P&C reinsurance, with a growing footprint in the Indian market

4.Munich Re

Company NameMunich Re
Established Year1880
HeadquartersMunich, Germany (India operations in Mumbai)
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Munich Re offers comprehensive reinsurance services in India, with expertise in risk management, specialty lines, and sustainable insurance solutions.

5.Hannover Re

Company NameHannover Re
Established Year1966
HeadquartersHannover, Germany (India branch in Mumbai)
Official WebsiteClick Here

Hannover Re is one of the world’s largest reinsurers, offering capacity and expertise in diverse insurance segments to Indian insurers.

6. Lloyd’s of London

Company NameLloyd’s of London
Established Year1686
HeadquartersLloyd’s India branch, Mumbai
Official WebsiteClick Here

Lloyd’s operates as a specialist insurance and reinsurance marketplace, enabling Indian insurers to access global underwriting expertise.

7.Reinsurance Group of America (RGA)

Company NameReinsurance Group of America (RGA)
Established Year1906
HeadquartersMumbai
Official WebsiteClick Here

RGA specializes in life and health reinsurance, offering product development, underwriting, and claims support to Indian insurers.

8.Mapfre Re

Company NameMapfre Re
Established Year1982
HeadquartersMumabi
Official WebsiteClick Here

Mapfre Re provides a broad spectrum of reinsurance solutions to Indian insurers, with a focus on building long-term partnerships.

9.XL Re

Company NameXL Re
Established Year1973
HeadquartersMumbai
Official WebsiteClick Here

AXA XL Reinsurance delivers innovative risk management and reinsurance services across multiple sectors in India.

10.Korean Reinsurance Company (Korean Re)

Company NameKorean Reinsurance Company (Korean Re)
Established Year1963
HeadquartersMumbai
Official WebsiteClick Here

Korean Re supports Indian insurers with treaty and facultative reinsurance across property, casualty, and specialty risks.

Top 10 Reinsurance Companies in India : FAQ's

India Reinsurance Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 9.8% during 2025-2031.
Leading players include GIC Re, Swiss Re, Munich Re, SCOR, and Hannover Re.
Key drivers include increasing insurance penetration, expanding specialty lines, and the need for capital support in catastrophe coverage.
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