iPhone 17 Pro Price in India: Current Rates, Discounts and Comparison with Newer Models

Why the iPhone 17 Pro price changed

According to The Hindu, Apple lifted iPhone prices in India by 22‑25%. The article notes that, as an illustration, the iPhone 17 now costs ₹17,000 more and the iPhone Air has become ₹30,000 dearer compared with pre‑hike levels. It also explains that the increase is intended to signal that previous models will not become cheaper, even though buyers often have access to financing and EMI options.

Festive‑season offers from Croma

Despite the increase, retailer Croma is running promotions that bring the 256 GB iPhone 17 Pro down to Rs 69,990 after cashback and exchange offers, as reported by Deccan Herald. The same story explains that the hike on older models ranges from ₹15,000 to ₹65,000 because of DRAM and flash‑storage supply constraints, and that the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max have been discontinued in favour of newer releases. Croma’s deal includes the 256 GB variant; the 512 GB version is listed at Rs 88,490 after similar discounts.

How it compares to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo

The Times of India review (source) lists the starting price for the 256 GB iPhone 18 Pro at ₹1,64,900, highlighting the A20 Pro chip built on a 2‑nanometer process, a variable‑aperture camera that shifts between ƒ/1.48 and ƒ/4, and a claimed 36‑hour video‑playback battery. The review also notes a redesigned vapour chamber with roughly three times the surface area of the iPhone 17 Pro’s, improved cooling, and Smart Take AI that captures group shots at the exact moment everyone is posed.

Meanwhile, Deccan Herald notes that Apple’s first foldable, the iPhone Duo, begins at ₹2,99,900, with pre‑order benefits of up to ₹12,000 in cashback, EMI or exchange bonuses at Croma stores. The Duo is positioned as a premium foldable offering, while the iPhone 18 Pro targets users seeking incremental upgrades over the 17 Pro generation.

Quick price comparison

All price points are based on the sources cited above and reflect offers available as of mid‑September 2026. Actual costs may vary depending on region, store‑specific promotions and eligibility for exchange or EMI schemes.