Apple Diwali Offers: Best Deals, Discounts, and Sales

Apple rarely cuts its own prices, so Diwali is one of the few times in the year when iPhones, MacBooks and AirPods cost less. If you have been waiting to upgrade your phone, buy a laptop for college or gift something special, this season gives you more value for the same money.

Here is why shopping during the Apple Diwali sale makes sense:

• Prices went up in September: Apple raised the iPhone 17 price from Rs. 82,900 to Rs. 99,900, so festive deals help you recover some of that increase.
• Better exchange value: Festive trade-in and exchange offers on Amazon and Flipkart can get you more for your old phone.
• Gifts that feel personal: Apple offers free engraving on AirPods, iPad, AirTag and Apple Pencil.
• One-time festive designs: The rangoli-engraved AirPods 5 are made in limited numbers only for India.
• More stock and choice: Partner stores and online sellers stock more colours and storage variants during the festive season.

→ Key takeaway: Festive deals lower the price, and Easy EMIs lower what you pay each month. Together, they make an iPhone or MacBook easier to fit into your Diwali budget.

Before you shop, check your Insta EMI Card eligibility using your mobile number and OTP. You will know your card loan offer before the best deals sell out.

Apple Diwali deals run across several sales this season. Knowing these dates helps you decide whether to buy now or wait for a better price:

• Amazon Great Indian Festival (from 8th October 2026): Check Amazon for iPhone and MacBook price cuts. Prime members get early access to deals.
• Flipkart Big Billion Days (from 9th October 2026): Flipkart teased the iPhone 17 among its headline deals, and Flipkart Black and VIP members get 24 hours of early access.
• Apple festive offer (11th October to 11th November 2026): This runs on the Apple Store online and at Apple retail stores, including Apple BKC in Mumbai and Apple Saket in Delhi.
• Dhanteras (6th November 2026): Many families buy electronics on this day, so partner stores often run their best festive deals around it.
• Diwali (8th November 2026): This is the last big weekend before most festive offers end.

→ Pro tip: If you want a popular colour or storage variant, buy before Dhanteras. Stock often runs out in the last week before Diwali.

A Diwali deal saves you money only if the product suits your needs. Keep these tips in mind before you pay:

• Compare the final price, not the banner: Check the price after all conditions, because “starting from” prices often apply to one variant.
• Pick the right storage: All iPhone 17 models now start at 256GB, which is enough for most users. Choose 512GB only if you shoot a lot of 4K video.
• Check your exchange value early: Get a quote for your old phone before the sale, so you know your real saving.
• Buy from authorised sellers: Shop on Amazon, Flipkart or partner stores such as Croma and Vijay Sales for a valid Indian warranty.
• Plan how you will pay: You can pay the full amount at once, or use the Bajaj Finance Insta EMI Card to spread the cost.

→ Real-world example: Priya, a 29-year-old software tester in Hyderabad, wanted to replace her four-year-old phone before Diwali. She bought the iPhone 17 (256GB) for Rs. 99,900 and chose 36 months on Easy EMIs. She pays about Rs. 2,775 a month*.

*EMIs are indicative.

Priya could have chosen a different tenure. The table below shows how her Rs. 99,900 iPhone 17 works out across repayment tenures:

Disclaimer: EMIs are indicative and are calculated by dividing the product price by the tenure. Actual EMIs may differ based on the offer, applicable interest and charges.

The Bajaj Finance Insta EMI Card is a pre-qualified card loan that lets you buy products on Easy EMIs. It is not a credit card, so you can buy an iPhone or MacBook this Diwali without one. You can use it online or at partner stores and repay in fixed monthly amounts.

The card suits planned festive purchases, such as a new iPhone for yourself or a MacBook as a gift. Here are its key features:

• A pre-qualified card loan offer of up to Rs. 6 lakh.
• A repayment tenure you choose across 3 to 60 months.
• A card you can use on Amazon and Flipkart, and at over 1.5 lakh partner stores across more than 4,000 cities.
• A one-time joining fee of Rs. 530*, with zero annual fee from the second year onwards.
• A zero down payment facility on select products and during festive season offers.

Check your Insta EMI Card eligibility online using your mobile number and OTP. If you are eligible, you can apply instantly and start shopping for your preferred iPhone, iPad or MacBook easily and affordably.

*Inclusive of applicable taxes.

Easy EMIs let you enjoy festive prices without emptying your savings during an expensive season. Here is how they help:

• Go for the model you really want: The iPhone 18 Pro costs about Rs. 4,581 a month over 36 months, compared with Rs. 2,775 for the iPhone 17.
• Zero down payment on select products: During festive season offers, eligible products can go home with nothing paid upfront.
• Keep cash free for Diwali: Your savings stay available for sweets, gifts, travel and home décor.
• One bill for your Apple setup: You can add AirPods or an Apple Watch to your iPhone purchase and repay the total every month.
• No credit card needed: The Insta EMI Card is a pre-qualified card loan, so you can buy without one.

→ Verdict: If you plan to buy an Apple product this year, Diwali is the right time to do it. Festive deals lower the price, and Easy EMIs start from about Rs. 2,219 a month* for the iPhone 17e.

*EMIs are indicative.

You can apply for the Bajaj Finance Insta EMI Card online with your PAN, Aadhaar and registered mobile number. Follow these steps before you shop the Apple Diwali offers:

1. Enter your 10-digit mobile number and click on ‘GET IT NOW’ on the Insta EMI Card page.
2. Enter the OTP and submit.
3. Enter your full name and click on ‘Yes, Auto-Fetch Details’.
4. Verify your pre-filled personal details and click ‘CONTINUE’.
5. Check your pre-qualified card loan offer amount and click ‘CONTINUE’.
6. Review your wallet setup details and verify the OTP.
7. Complete identity verification by confirming your current residential address.
8. Pay the one-time joining fee of Rs. 530 (inclusive of applicable taxes).
9. After successful payment, view your card details on the Bajaj Finance app.

Note: The process may differ based on whether you are a new or existing Bajaj Finance customer.

Also read: How to apply for the Insta EMI Card

You can use the Insta EMI Card at a partner store or online on Amazon and Flipkart. Follow the steps below for the way you prefer to shop.

At a partner store

Paying at a partner store such as Croma, Reliance Digital or Vijay Sales takes under 5 minutes. Follow these steps at the billing counter:

1. Choose your iPhone, iPad, MacBook or other Apple product at the partner store.
2. At checkout, ask the store executive to process the payment through the Bajaj Finance Insta EMI Card.
3. Share your registered mobile number and card details.
4. Choose a repayment tenure across 3 to 60 months that fits your monthly budget.
5. Authenticate using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
6. Your purchase is approved, and you can take your product home.

Online on Amazon or Flipkart

Paying online takes only a few steps at checkout. Follow these steps to pay in Easy EMIs:

1. Add your Apple product to your cart on Amazon or Flipkart.
2. At checkout, select the Bajaj Finance Easy EMI option.
3. Enter your Insta EMI Card details and registered mobile number.
4. Choose your preferred repayment tenure across 3 to 60 months.
5. Confirm using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
6. Your order is placed, and EMI deductions begin from the next billing cycle.

You can also check your Insta EMI Card eligibility online in advance by entering your mobile number and OTP. This helps you plan your purchase better.

The Bajaj Finance Insta EMI Card offers several advantages beyond just splitting payments. From flexible tenures to wide acceptance, here are the key benefits that make this card a practical choice for everyday purchases.

Also read: Features and benefits of the Bajaj Finance Insta EMI Card

Before you apply, it helps to check whether you meet the basic eligibility requirements. The Bajaj Finance Insta EMI Card is open to most working Indians, and the criteria are simple to understand at a glance.

• Nationality: Indian Citizen.
• Age: 21 years to 70 years.
• Credit score: A healthy credit score per Bajaj Finance policies.
• Income: A steady, regular source of income.
• Documents: No physical documentation required when applying online. Only the following details are required: PAN and Aadhaar number.
• Form 60: In case of non-availability of PAN, Form 60 is required.

Also read: Eligibility criteria for the Insta EMI Card

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