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India Mobile Phone Insurance Market By Phone Coverage (New Phone, Refurbished), By Coverage (Physical Damage, Electronic Damage, Theft Protection, Virus Protection & Others), By Distribution Channel (Mobile Operators, Device OEMs, Retailers, Online & Others), By End User (Corporate, Personal), By Region, Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2021-2031F
Market Report I 2025-07-14 I 85 Pages I TechSci Research
Market Overview
The India Mobile Phone Insurance Market was valued at USD 2.62 Billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 5.70 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 13.88% during the forecast period. The market is expanding rapidly, driven by the proliferation of smartphones and their growing role in daily life. With a vast and expanding smartphone user base, increasing disposable incomes, and the popularity of premium handsets, the need for mobile phone insurance has become more pressing. Insurance offerings are diversifying, covering theft, accidental and liquid damage, screen cracks, and software failures. As smartphones evolve into essential tools for communication, finance, and entertainment, their protection is becoming a priority. Additionally, insurance is becoming more accessible through bundling with phone purchases and integration with digital platforms. The market is set for continued growth as insurers introduce innovative, user-friendly policies that address evolving consumer expectations and promote long-term device protection.
Key Market Drivers
Rapid Growth in Smartphone Penetration and Premium Device Adoption
The exponential increase in smartphone users, fueled by expanding digital infrastructure, rising affordability, and a tech-savvy population, is a key driver of the mobile phone insurance market in India. As of 2024, India had over 750 million smartphone users, with a noticeable shift toward mid-range and premium devices priced at ?20,000 and above. The rise in ownership of expensive smartphones from brands like Apple, Samsung, and OnePlus has made users more cautious, increasing demand for device protection. Smartphones are no longer just communication tools but are integral to banking, education, and healthcare, especially in urban and semi-urban centers. This has boosted consumer willingness to invest in insurance. The trend is reinforced by OEMs and e-commerce platforms bundling insurance plans with device purchases, along with AI-based apps simplifying claims and enhancing consumer engagement.
Key Market Challenges
Low Awareness and Adoption Rates
Despite rising smartphone usage, a major challenge in the Indian mobile phone insurance market is limited consumer awareness, particularly in semi-urban and rural regions. Many users remain unaware of insurance options or misunderstand the extent of coverage, often assuming that warranties cover accidental or liquid damage. For low- to mid-range phone users, mobile insurance is often seen as a non-essential expense. Cultural attitudes in India still prioritize traditional insurance segments such as life or health, making gadget insurance a lower priority. Moreover, concerns over complex claims processes and hidden exclusions discourage adoption. These perceptions result in low penetration and renewal rates. Addressing this gap requires targeted awareness campaigns, simplified plans, and clear communication to build consumer confidence and drive adoption.
Key Market Trends
Growing Demand for Comprehensive Coverage
A notable trend in the Indian mobile phone insurance market is the rising preference for comprehensive protection plans. Initially limited to accidental damage and theft, consumers now seek coverage for a wider range of issues, including liquid damage, screen breakage, software faults, and even virus protection. This shift is fueled by the rising cost and critical dependence on smartphones in daily life. In response, insurers are launching plans that offer enhanced protection with value-added services like extended warranties and data protection. These offerings cater to evolving consumer expectations, providing peace of mind and fostering brand loyalty. The trend is creating new revenue opportunities for insurers while encouraging product innovation in a competitive landscape.
Key Market Players
- Syska Gadget secure
- OneAssist
- SyncNscan
- Times Global
- Onsite Go Mobile Insurance
- Acko Mobile Insurance
- Airtel Secure Mobile Insurance
- Flipkart Complete Mobile Protection (CMP) Insurance Plan
- Warranty Bazaar Mobile Insurance
- National Insurance Company Limited
Report Scope:
In this report, the India Mobile Phone Insurance Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
- India Mobile Phone Insurance Market, By Phone Coverage:
o New Phone
o Refurbished
- India Mobile Phone Insurance Market, By Coverage:
o Physical Damage
o Electronic Damage
o Theft Protection
o Virus Protection
o Others
- India Mobile Phone Insurance Market, By Distribution Channel:
o Mobile Operators
o Device OEMs
o Retailers
o Online
o Others
- India Mobile Phone Insurance Market, By End Users:
o Corporate
o Personal
- India Mobile Phone Insurance Market, By Region:
o North
o West
o South
o East
Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the India Mobile Phone Insurance Market.
Available Customizations:
India Mobile Phone Insurance Market report with the given market data, TechSci Research offers customizations according to a company's specific needs. The following customization options are available for the report:
Company Information
- Detailed analysis and profiling of additional market players (up to five).
1. Introduction
1.1. Product Overview
1.2. Key Highlights of the Report
1.3. Market Coverage
1.4. Market Segments Covered
1.5. Research Tenure Considered
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Methodology Landscape
2.2. Objective of the Study
2.3. Baseline Methodology
2.4. Formulation of the Scope
2.5. Assumptions and Limitations
2.6. Sources of Research
2.7. Approach for the Market Study
2.8. Methodology Followed for Calculation of Market Size & Market Shares
2.9. Forecasting Methodology
3. Executive Summary
3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
4. Voice of Customer
4.1. Brand Awareness
4.2. Factor Influencing Availing Decision
5. India Mobile Phone Insurance Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Phone Coverage (New Phone, Refurbished)
5.2.2. By Coverage (Physical Damage, Electronic Damage, Theft Protection, Virus Protection & Others)
5.2.3. By Distribution Channel (Mobile Operators, Device OEMs, Retailers, Online & Others)
5.2.4. By End User (Corporate, Personal)
5.2.5. By Region
5.2.6. By Company (2025)
5.3. Market Map
6. India New Phone Insurance Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Coverage
6.2.2. By Distribution Channel
6.2.3. By End User
7. India Refurbished Insurance Market Outlook
7.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Coverage
7.2.2. By Distribution Channel
7.2.3. By End User
8. Market Dynamics
8.1. Drivers
8.2. Challenges
9. Market Trends & Developments
9.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
9.2. Product Launches (If Any)
9.3. Recent Developments
10. Disruptions: Conflicts, Pandemics and Trade Barriers
11. Porters Five Forces Analysis
11.1. Competition in the Industry
11.2. Potential of New Entrants
11.3. Power of Suppliers
11.4. Power of Customers
11.5. Threat of Substitute Products
12. India Economic Profile
13. Policy & Regulatory Landscape
14. Competitive Landscape
14.1. Company Profiles
14.1.1. Syska Gadget secure
14.1.1.1. Business Overview
14.1.1.2. Company Snapshot
14.1.1.3. Products & Services
14.1.1.4. Financials (As Per Availability)
14.1.1.5. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
14.1.1.6. Recent Developments
14.1.1.7. Key Management Personnel
14.1.2. OneAssist
14.1.3. SyncNscan
14.1.4. Times Global
14.1.5. Onsite Go Mobile Insurance
14.1.6. Acko Mobile Insurance
14.1.7. Airtel Secure Mobile Insurance
14.1.8. Flipkart Complete Mobile Protection(CMP) Insurance Plan
14.1.9. Warranty Bazaar Mobile Insurance
14.1.10. National Insurance Company Limited
15. Strategic Recommendations
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