Archive · 17 Sep 2026
iPhone 18 Pro Series Sales Begin September 18 in India
Apple is starting to sell two new expensive phones in India on September 18.
They are called the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
The smaller Pro starts at ₹1,64,900, while the larger Pro Max starts at ₹1,79,900.
Buyers can choose storage sizes from 256GB to 2TB.
Some eligible bank-card users can get up to ₹7,000 cashback.
People can also trade in an older device to reduce the cost.
Both phones have fast, bright screens and Apple’s new A20 Pro chip.
They have three 48-megapixel rear cameras and improved battery life.
The Apple Watch Series 12 and AirPods 5 also launch on September 18, while the iPhone Duo launches on September 23.
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max go on sale in India on September 18, starting at ₹1,64,900 and ₹1,79,900.
Storage options range from 256GB to 2TB, with top prices of ₹3,14,900 for the Pro and ₹3,29,900 for the Pro Max.
Eligible American Express, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank cardholders can receive up to ₹7,000 instant cashback.
Apple’s Trade In programme offers exchange value of ₹45,000 to ₹81,500, depending on the old device and its condition.
Both phones feature 120Hz OLED displays, the A20 Pro chip, triple 48-megapixel rear cameras and battery life of up to 36 or 45 hours of video playback.
- Who
- Apple and customers in India, including buyers using eligible bank cards or Apple’s Trade In programme.
- What
- Apple is beginning sales of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, with cashback, EMI, payment and trade-in options.
- When
- Sales begin September 18; the devices were unveiled on September 9, and the iPhone Duo is scheduled for September 23.
- Where
- India, including purchases through Apple’s official website.
- Why
- Apple is launching its new flagship smartphones and related devices while offering purchase incentives and setup support.
- Sale date
- September 18 for the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 12 and AirPods 5
- Starting prices
- ₹1,64,900 for the iPhone 18 Pro and ₹1,79,900 for the iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Top prices
- ₹3,14,900 for the 2TB iPhone 18 Pro and ₹3,29,900 for the 2TB iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Cashback
- Up to ₹7,000 on eligible purchases using select American Express, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank cards
- Trade-in value
- ₹45,000 to ₹81,500, depending on the old device and its condition
- Displays
- 6.3-inch display on the iPhone 18 Pro and 6.9-inch display on the Pro Max, with ProMotion up to 120Hz
- Battery claims
- Up to 36 hours of video playback for the Pro and 45 hours for the Pro Max
