How do I find the 15-digit IMEI of my phone?

Open your phone's dialer and type *#06#. A popup window will display your IMEI 1, IMEI 2, and Serial Number.

What is CEIR and why is it compulsory in India?

CEIR (Central Equipment Identity Register) is an initiative by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, to blacklist and block lost or stolen mobile devices across all Indian telecom networks.

Can a stolen phone still show 'Valid' on an IMEI checker?

Yes, police FIR processing typically takes 7 to 30 days to sync with telecom operators. A phone could show valid today but get blocked next month, which is why Handovr uses physical verification and escrow payments.

Official DoT & GSMA Verification Guide

Free IMEI & CEIR Stolen Phone Checker

Verify 15-digit IMEI validity, GSMA Luhn checksum, and get the official Government of India (CEIR) stolen blacklist status before buying any used phone.

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Dial *#06# on any phone to display its IMEI on screen.

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The Handovr Safety Advantage

Why Online IMEI Checks Aren't 100% Foolproof

Scammers on peer-to-peer classifieds frequently exploit legal & technical loopholes that an online IMEI check cannot detect:

The 30-Day FIR Delay

When a phone is snatched, police FIR verification takes 15–30 days to reach telecom servers. A thief can sell you a phone today that gets blocked next month.

Fake Replaced Parts

An IMEI report confirms model identity, but never reveals if the seller swapped out the original OLED screen for a ₹1,200 duplicate copy LCD.

Boosted Batteries

Reprogrammed BMS chips show 100% health in Settings while dropping from 80% to 20% in 15 minutes. An IMEI check cannot test physical battery capacity.

Buy Verified Electronics with Escrow & Doorstep Checks

16-point technician inspection + money held in escrow until you verify the device.

Browse Verified Phones Sell on Handovr

Official 3-Step Verification Guide for Delhi NCR Buyers

Match the On-Screen IMEI with the Physical SIM Tray & Bill

Dial *#06# on the dialer. Compare the 15-digit number against the IMEI engraved on the physical SIM tray and the original retail GST invoice. If the SIM tray has a different IMEI or the seller refuses to provide the original bill, do not proceed.

Send KYM SMS to 14422 Before Exchanging Cash

Send KYM <IMEI> to 14422 from your phone. You will receive an official DoT SMS reply with the exact phone model, brand, and status. If the status returns BLACKLISTED or BLOCKED, the device has been reported stolen in an active police case.

Verify Official CEIR Web Portal Online

You can also check the official Central Equipment Identity Register web portal to view full regulatory records:

Visit Official CEIR Portal