Written By Deepti Ratnam
Apple Back to School Sale 2026: MacBook Air, iPad Pro and MacBook Neo get student discounts
Apple has launched its annual Back to School Sale in India, bringing education discounts on MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iPad Air, iPad Pro and MacBook Neo. Eligible students, teachers and parents can also claim free accessories, including AirPods 4, Apple Pencil Pro and AirTags.
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Apple brings back Back to School offers in India
Apple has officially launched its annual Back to School Sale in India, offering exclusive discounts on Macs and iPads. The limited-time promotion is available until August 27. Eligible students, parents, and educators can save on select devices through Apple's Education Store. Buyers can also claim complimentary accessories or discounted upgrades with their purchase.
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MacBook Air M5 gets student discounts
Students can purchase the MacBook Air with the M5 chip starting at Rs 1,37,900 with Education Savings. Apple is also bundling free AirPods 4 or a four-pack of AirTags with eligible purchases. Customers can instead upgrade to AirPods 4 with ANC or AirPods Pro 3 by paying a reduced price. The offer makes Apple's latest lightweight laptop more affordable for students.
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MacBook Pro lineup joins the sale
Apple's latest MacBook Pro models are also part of the Back to School campaign. The M5-powered model starts at Rs 2,27,900, while M5 Pro and M5 Max variants begin at Rs 2,81,900 and Rs 4,62,900, respectively. Eligible buyers receive free AirPods 4 or AirTags. Discounted upgrades to premium AirPods models are also available.
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IPad Air and iPad Pro come with free Apple Pencil Pro
The iPad Air (M4) starts at Rs 83,900, while the iPad Pro is available from Rs 1,27,900 with student pricing. Apple is offering a free Apple Pencil Pro with eligible iPad purchases. Buyers can also opt for discounted AirPods or AirTags instead. These offers are designed to enhance learning and creativity for students.
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MacBook Neo gets a Rs 10,000 price cut
Apple's newly launched MacBook Neo is also available at a discounted price during the education sale. The 256GB variant starts at Rs 69,900, while the 512GB model costs Rs 79,900. Both configurations receive a Rs 10,000 reduction from their regular retail prices. The MacBook Neo offers an affordable entry point into Apple's laptop lineup.
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Free accessories add more value
Alongside discounted pricing, Apple is offering several complimentary accessories with eligible purchases. Customers can choose from AirPods 4, Apple Pencil Pro, or a pack of four AirTags, depending on the device. Those looking for premium audio can upgrade to AirPods with ANC or AirPods Pro 3 at discounted rates. The accessory offers increase the overall value of the purchase.
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Who can avail the offers
The Back to School promotion is available to students, teachers, parents purchasing for students, and educational staff through Apple's Education Store. Buyers must meet Apple's eligibility requirements to access the discounts. The offers are valid only during the promotional period ending August 27. Eligible customers can purchase online through Apple's official education portal.
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A limited time chance to save on Apple devices
Apple's Back to School Sale provides one of the best opportunities of the year to purchase Macs and iPads at reduced prices. Combined with free accessories and education discounts, buyers can save significantly on their purchases. The promotion covers some of Apple's newest products, including MacBook Air M5, MacBook Pro, iPad Air, iPad Pro and MacBook Neo. Interested customers should take advantage of the offers before the sale concludes.
