The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (128GB) is now available for under ₹65,000 in India by combining ongoing discounts, bank offers, and exchange deals. This comes just ahead of the highly anticipated iPhone 17 series launch scheduled for September 2025.
Current iPhone 16 Plus Pricing
- The official retail price of the iPhone 16 Plus (128GB) remains above ₹80,000, but select retailers are offering aggressive discounts.
- Flipkart and Vijay Sales are offering special deals bringing the effective price below ₹65,000, especially with instant bank discounts and old device exchanges.
- Typical discount: initial reduction to ₹67,999–₹70,900, followed by bank and exchange offers reducing the price further, sometimes to ₹64,599.
How to Avail the Discount
- Buy during special sale events like Apple Days.
- Use eligible bank cards (HDFC, ICICI, Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card) for instant ₹3,500–₹4,000 off.
- Exchange an old smartphone for an extra ₹2,000 off to get the final price below ₹65,000.
- Final discounted price usually appears only at checkout after selecting bank and exchange options.
iPhone 17 Series Launch Timeline
- The iPhone 17 series is expected at Apple’s event on September 9, 2025, with sales starting soon after.
- Retailers are accelerating promotions on current iPhones, making iPhone 16 series more affordable.
Why Buy iPhone 16 Plus Now?
- Enjoy Apple’s latest features: A18 chip, large display, advanced camera, and long-lasting battery, without paying iPhone 17 premium.
- These offers are some of the lowest prices for a recently launched iPhone in India, likely ending after iPhone 17 launch.
- Check also our iPhone 17 review for comparison and expected upgrades.
Where to Buy
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can I get iPhone 16 Plus under ₹65,000 without exchange?
A: Yes, by using special bank offers on Flipkart or Vijay Sales, you can reduce the price to around ₹65,500–₹66,000 even without exchange.
Q2: When will the iPhone 17 launch in India?
A: The iPhone 17 series is expected to be unveiled on September 9, 2025, with sales starting by mid-September.
Q3: Is the iPhone 16 Plus worth buying now?
A: Yes, it offers the A18 chip, great cameras, large display, and long battery life at some of the lowest prices seen in India for a recent iPhone.
Q4: Where can I compare iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 17?
A: Check our detailed review: iPhone 17 Review.