Business idea · Resale

Refurbished electronics

Buy, repair and resell phones and laptops with a short warranty.

Rough starting cost
₹2–4 L
Skill needed
High
Key licence
GST

Many people want a reliable phone or laptop without paying for a new one. A refurbishing business buys used devices, repairs and tests them, and resells them with a short warranty, online or from a small shop.

This idea needs real repair skills, a trusted source of used stock and careful testing, because returns quickly eat into margins. Keep a record of where each device came from and follow e-waste rules for parts you cannot reuse. GST registration is usually needed, especially if you sell through marketplaces.

Costs are rough estimates and vary by city and scale. Check locally, and confirm licences with the relevant authority, before you commit money.

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