Apple’s iPhone line-up in India now runs from about ₹80,000 to nearly ₹3 lakh, with the new foldable iPhone Duo at the top and the iPhone 17e at the bottom. With Diwali sales on, many buyers are comparing Apple’s list prices with bank and marketplace offers. Here are the official starting prices on Apple’s India store as of October 18, 2026, and what to keep in mind before you buy.
iPhone price in India: official starting prices
- iPhone Duo (foldable): from ₹2,99,900
- iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: from ₹1,64,900
- iPhone Air: from ₹1,49,900
- iPhone 17: from ₹99,900
- iPhone 16: from ₹89,900
- iPhone 17e: from ₹79,900
Prices are Apple India’s maximum retail prices including taxes, for the base storage variant, as listed on apple.com/in on October 18, 2026. Higher storage costs more.
The iPhone Duo: Apple’s first foldable
The iPhone Duo is Apple’s first foldable phone and its most expensive iPhone in India, starting at ₹2,99,900. It is listed as new on Apple’s store, with pre-orders open. At this price it competes with the top foldables from Samsung and other brands.
Which iPhone makes sense for whom?
- Tight budget for an iPhone: the iPhone 17e is the lowest-priced current model.
- Most buyers: the iPhone 17 is the standard model, and older models like the iPhone 16 often get the biggest festive discounts.
- Thin and light: the iPhone Air is aimed at buyers who want a slimmer phone.
- Best cameras and features: the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are the new top models.
What about Diwali offers?
Apple’s own store lists bank cashback offers on eligible American Express, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank cards, with a minimum transaction value, and no-cost EMI options. Amazon and Flipkart run their own festive deals, which often bring older models well below Apple’s list price. Reports this month suggest the deepest cuts are on older models rather than the newest ones.
Keep two things in mind. First, a bank discount applies only if you use that bank’s card. Second, smartphone prices in India rose in 2026, partly because memory chips became costlier, so some “discounts” are measured against a higher starting price than last year.
Five checks before you buy
- Compare the final price after offers on Apple, Amazon, Flipkart and authorised resellers.
- Check which storage size you need; 128GB or 256GB fills up fast with photos and videos.
- Read the exchange offer terms; the value depends on your old phone’s condition.
- Buy from Apple or an authorised seller and keep the invoice for warranty.
- Verify the serial number on Apple’s Check Coverage page after you buy.
Looking at Android options too? Read about the Samsung Galaxy F70 5G price. For a full festive spending plan, see our Diwali shopping budget guide, and our earlier explainer on the iPhone 17 Pro.
Quick answers
What is the cheapest iPhone in India right now? The iPhone 17e, from ₹79,900 on Apple’s store.
What is the most expensive? The iPhone Duo foldable, from ₹2,99,900, with higher storage costing more.
Is the iPhone made in India? Apple assembles many iPhones in India, but prices still include 18% GST and other costs, so they are higher than US prices before tax.
Is it better to buy during Diwali sales? Older models usually see the biggest cuts. For the newest models, bank offers and exchange deals matter more than direct price cuts.
Does Apple offer EMI? Yes, Apple’s store lists no-cost EMI on eligible cards, with monthly amounts shown on each model’s page.
Questions to think about
- Is a foldable phone worth close to ₹3 lakh, or is it still an early-adopter product?
- Do festive discounts on older iPhones make them better value than the newest models?
- Should phone makers show the price difference between the base and higher storage options more clearly?
Sources: Apple India online store, as of October 18, 2026, and reports on festive smartphone pricing. Prices and offers change often; check before you buy.
