Repairability Index (RI)

Repairability Index (RI): The Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA) in India has submitted a report on the Framework for Repairability Index (RI) in the mobile and electronic sector.

• About RI: A standardized, self-declared score provided by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to assess how easily a product, such as a smartphone or tablet, can be disassembled, repaired, and maintained.
• Assessment Criteria: Disassembly Depth, Repair Information Availability, Spare Parts Availability within a reasonable timeline, Software Updates, Tools Required for Repairs and Fasteners (types and availability).