Empowering InsuranceProfessionals Since 2012
Maharashtra's most trusted IRDA recognised insurance training institute. Over a decade of transforming careers through expert-led practical education.
Built on a Mission to Empower Advisors
Sohum Financial Planner Institute was founded in 2012 with a single, powerful idea: that every aspiring insurance advisor deserves structured, practical, and expert-led training to build a successful career.
What started as a small coaching center in Pune has grown into Maharashtra's most trusted IRDA-recognised insurance training institute, with over 1,000 certified professionals working across India's leading insurance companies.
Founder and Director Ravindra Sukare built SFPI on the belief that insurance is not just a product — it's a promise. Every training session at SFPI is designed to instill that belief and the skills to deliver on it.
A Letter from Our Director
“When I started SFPI in 2012, I saw a massive gap — thousands of people wanted to enter the insurance sector, but there was no quality training available. Most candidates failed IRDA exams or joined without proper preparation.”
“We built SFPI to change that. Every module, every case study, every mock test we conduct is designed around one goal: giving you the knowledge and confidence to become an outstanding insurance professional.”
“India needs more qualified insurance advisors. The penetration rate is still below 4%. The opportunity is enormous. And SFPI is here to prepare you to seize it.”
A Letter from Our Director
“At SFPI, we believe insurance education should go beyond passing exams. Our mission is to build confident professionals who can guide families and businesses toward financial security with honesty and expertise.”
“Every training session at SFPI combines practical knowledge, real-world case studies, and industry insights to prepare students for successful careers in the insurance and financial services sector.”
“The insurance industry in India is growing rapidly, creating tremendous opportunities for skilled advisors and financial planners. SFPI is committed to helping you develop the confidence, skills, and professional mindset needed to succeed in this dynamic field.”
A Letter from Our Director
“SFPI was founded with a clear vision — to create highly skilled, confident, and ethical insurance professionals who can make a real difference in people’s financial lives.”
“Our training goes beyond textbooks and theory. Through practical learning, real-world case studies, and expert mentorship, we prepare students to succeed in the rapidly growing insurance and financial services industry.”
“With India’s insurance sector expanding every year, the demand for knowledgeable advisors and financial planners is higher than ever. SFPI is committed to helping you build a rewarding and future-ready career.”
Our Mission & Vision
Our Mission
Deliver practical, career-oriented insurance training
To provide practical, career-oriented training in insurance advisory. We equip students and professionals with real-world exposure, disciplined advisory skills, and risk management knowledge to build sustainable insurance careers.
Our Vision
Become Pune's most trusted insurance training institute
To become one of the most trusted and transparent financial training institutes in Pune & PCMC by delivering technology-driven, result-oriented insurance education that creates real career transformations.
Core Values That Drive Us
Practical Excellence
Every session is rooted in real insurance scenarios, not textbook theory.
Student Success First
Your career success is our primary metric. We measure our quality by your outcomes.
IRDA Compliance
All training strictly follows IRDA guidelines and updated regulatory requirements.
Continuous Learning
Insurance is evolving — our curriculum updates with every IRDA regulation change.
Integrity Always
We teach ethical insurance advisory — building trust, not just selling policies.
Inclusive Access
Insurance training for students, homemakers, professionals, and business owners alike.
12 Years of Building Excellence
SFPI Founded
Ravindra Sukare launches Sohum Financial Planner Institute in Pune with the first batch of 20 students.
IRDA Recognition
SFPI receives official IRDA recognition, validating our curriculum and training standards.
500 Students Milestone
500th certified insurance professional trained — a testament to quality and trust in SFPI.
Online Training Launch
Launched hybrid online-offline training model, enabling students across Maharashtra to enroll.
ISO 9001 Certification
Awarded ISO 9001:2024 Quality Management certification for training processes.
1000+ Professionals
SFPI crosses the 1,000 certified professionals milestone. PCMC center opens.
The Team Behind 1000+ Success Stories
Experienced mentors, trainers, and leaders dedicated to building Maharashtra’s next generation of successful insurance professionals.
Ravindra Sukare is the driving force behind SFPI. With 10+ years of hands-on insurance training experience, he has shaped the careers of over 1,000 professionals. His teaching style blends deep IRDA knowledge with real-world scenarios.
Mr. Bhosale brings extensive expertise in financial planning and insurance business development. He oversees SFPI's curriculum development, student placement partnerships, and corporate tie-ups with leading insurance companies.
Mrs. Anita Joshi is a dedicated senior training coordinator with extensive experience in student mentoring and batch coordination, ensuring every learner receives personal guidance and a smooth training experience at SFPI.
Our TrainingPhilosophy
At SFPI, we don't just prepare you for an exam. We prepare you for a career. Our four pillars of teaching excellence have produced Maharashtra's most confident and capable insurance professionals.
Learn by Doing
Every theoretical concept at SFPI is immediately applied through policy analysis exercises, role-play client sessions, and real IRDA case studies.
Structured Progression
Training follows a deliberate Basic → Intermediate → Advanced structure. No student is pushed forward before mastering the foundation.
Doubt-Free Learning
Multiple doubt-clearing sessions every week, plus WhatsApp support groups, ensure no question goes unanswered.
Exam-Ready Mindset
From day one, students are conditioned for the IRDA exam with regular mock tests, timed practice, and exam strategy coaching.
Learning Environment Built for Success
Modern Classrooms
Air-conditioned, well-lit classrooms with projector facilities and whiteboards for interactive insurance training.
Study Material
IRDA-approved study material, workbooks, case study booklets, and exclusive SFPI notes provided to all students.
Digital Resources
Online portal access with recorded lectures, digital mock tests, and updated IRDA study resources.
Library & Research
Reference books, IRDA circulars, insurance journals, and case study archives available for student use.
1000+ Proud SFPI Alumni
Our graduates work with every major insurance company in India. The SFPI network is your career advantage.
SFPI Graduates Work At India's Best
Training for Everyone
Fresh Graduates
Start your financial career with a globally recognised IRDA license right after graduation.
Working Professionals
Add insurance advisory to your skill set and build an additional income stream alongside your job.
Homemakers
Build a flexible, home-based insurance advisory career with SFPI's flexible batch timings.
Business Owners
Understand insurance for your business and help clients with comprehensive risk management.
Insurance Agents
Upgrade your skills, clear IRDA, and move from basic agent to certified financial advisor.
Career Changers
Insurance advisory is a stable, high-earning profession. SFPI makes the transition smooth.
Building Financial Literacy Across Maharashtra
SFPI goes beyond classroom training. We actively conduct free financial literacy workshops in colleges, community centers, and rural areas across Pune and PCMC — because financial awareness is a right, not a privilege.
- Free IRDA awareness workshops in colleges
- Insurance literacy camps in rural Maharashtra
- Women empowerment through insurance advisory training
- Scholarship programs for economically weaker students
Join the SFPI Legacy
1,000+ professionals chose SFPI. Join them and start building your insurance career with Maharashtra's most trusted training institute.