Government of India have recently launched the Know Your Mobile (KYM) portal to deter the theft of mobile phones and to alert the potential buyer if the refurbished/ used mobile phone in their hand is stolen one.
Through KYM, you can check the validity of mobile device you are interested to buy even before buying it. IMEI is written on the mobile packaging box. It could be found on the mobile bill/invoice.
Note: One can check the IMEI number by dialling *#06#, IMEI number will be shown on mobile screen.
KYM could be used through any of the following 3 methods.
- SMS:
Type KYM <15 digit IMEI number> from your mobile and send the SMS to 14422. - KYM app:
Download the KYM app from Play Store (for Android) or from App Store (for iOS). - Web Portal:
To use the web portal, click here.
If the status of the mobile is shown as Black-listed, duplicate or already in use, please avoid buying the mobile.