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Apple has opened its annual Back to School promotion in India, giving college students, their parents, and teaching staff access to discounted pricing on MacBook, iPad, and Apple Watch models. The offer, live through Apple’s Education Store, runs until August 27 and includes complimentary accessories such as AirPods, AirTags, or Apple Pencil Pro with select purchases, arriving weeks after Apple raised prices across its device lineup.
Discounts Across the Mac and iPad Range
The MacBook Air with the M5 chip starts at Rs. 137,900 under education pricing, bundled with a free AirPods 4 or AirTag four-pack. The MacBook Pro lineup begins at Rs. 227,900 for the 2025 M5 model, rising to Rs. 281,900 and Rs. 462,900 for the newer M5 Pro and M5 Max variants. The recently launched MacBook Neo starts at Rs. 69,900, a Rs. 10,000 reduction from standard pricing. On the iPad side, the iPad Air begins at Rs. 83,900 and the iPad Pro at Rs. 127,900, each paired with a free Apple Pencil Pro.
Why This Matters to Buyers
The timing is notable. Apple recently increased prices on several device lines amid ongoing memory supply constraints, making this education pricing window a rare opportunity for eligible buyers to offset that hike. For students and families planning academic year purchases, the combination of discounted base prices and free accessories represents meaningful savings compared to standard retail rates.
Beyond Devices: Watches and Subscriptions
Education pricing also extends to the Apple Watch Series 11, SE 3, and Ultra 3, along with reduced rates on Apple Creator Studio and the Apple Music Student Plan. Buyers can additionally save up to 10 percent on AppleCare+ for Mac or iPad.
How to Access Apple’s Education Pricing
- Visit College Student Offer 2026 .
- Complete a one-time identity verification confirming enrolment or employment at a recognised institution.
- Browse eligible products—discounted pricing applies automatically at checkout.
- Verification remains valid for future purchases, including subscriptions like Apple Creator Studio.
Looking Ahead
With the sale active until August 27, eligible buyers have over a month to complete purchases. As Apple continues adjusting prices industry wide, education offers like this one may become an increasingly relevant avenue for cost conscious buyers to watch.
