Apple is back with its annual student deal in India, and this year’s Back to School 2025 offer brings more freebies and flexibility than before. Whether you’re picking up a MacBook for coding or an iPad for notes and Netflix, there’s a little something extra in the bag.
From June through the end of September, Apple is offering big perks on new Mac and iPad purchases for students and educators. The deal is live on its India Education Store and at the BKC and Saket Apple stores. And yes, free AirPods are back — but now with more options and upgrades.
Free AirPods or Apple Pencil? You Pick
This year, Apple isn’t sticking to just one default gift. They’re letting you choose — which honestly, makes the deal way more useful.
If you’re buying a MacBook Air or Pro, you can pick between a pair of AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, a Magic Mouse, a Magic Trackpad, or a Magic Keyboard with Touch ID. For iPads, the choices are even more tempting — the Apple Pencil Pro or AirPods 4, free of charge.
Need something fancier? Sure. You can upgrade:
AirPods Pro 2 with a MacBook? ₹7,000 extra.
Magic Keyboard for a 13-inch iPad Pro? That’ll be ₹21,000 on top.
One catch: you can only get one iPad and one Mac under this promotion. So no hoarding.
Here’s How the Prices Stack Up
Some folks may want to know if they’re really saving. So let’s break it down with a look at the accessory pricing.
| Accessory | Standard Price (₹) | Additional Fee (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Pencil Pro (iPad) | 10,900 | 0 |
| AirPods 4 (iPad) | 12,900 | 0 |
| AirPods 4 w/ ANC (iPad) | 12,900 | 5,000 |
| AirPods Pro 2 (iPad) | 12,900 | 12,000 |
| Magic Mouse (Mac) | 7,500 – 9,500 | 0 |
| Magic Trackpad (Mac) | 12,500 – 14,500 | 0 |
| Magic Keyboard w/ Touch ID (Mac) | 17,500 – 19,500 | 0 |
| AirPods 4 w/ ANC (Mac) | 17,900 | 0 |
| AirPods Pro 2 (Mac) | 17,900 | 7,000 |
Yes, technically you’re getting accessories worth ₹10,000–18,000 for free or at a steep discount. Pretty solid.
Who Can Actually Use This Offer?
Surprisingly, it’s not just college students.
Even parents buying for their kids or teachers upgrading their tech can qualify. As long as you fall into one of the categories Apple listed, you’re in:
Current or newly admitted university students
Parents buying on their behalf
Teaching staff or education workers
Verification is simple enough. Online shoppers will need to use UNiDAYS or Apple’s own check system. If you’re walking into the store, bring a student ID or acceptance letter. That’s all.
Sweet Extras That Make a Difference
This year’s deal feels a bit more well-rounded. It’s not just about the gadgets — Apple’s sweetening the deal in a few other ways.
You’ll also get:
Free Apple Music for students — and it comes bundled with Apple TV+
Option to pay via EMI, cards, UPI, or net banking
Free engraving on Apple Pencils, AirPods, iPads, and even AirTags — and you can use regional Indian languages for it
Build-to-order Macs, in case you want more RAM or a beefier chip
Personalized advice via Apple Specialists
Yes, the engraving supports Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Gujarati, Bengali, and Marathi. Cute emojis too.
Today at Apple: Skill Up, Not Just Shop
Starting July, Apple is bringing its “Today at Apple” creative sessions to its Mumbai BKC store.
These are free learning sessions where you can learn stuff like:
Music editing on GarageBand
Drawing on an iPad
Photography basics
Coding with Swift Playgrounds
It’s a nice blend of retail and real-world skills. Walk in with a gadget, walk out with a few new tricks.
What You Can’t Buy Under This Offer
Now, here’s what’s not included. Apple isn’t giving away freebies on everything in their lineup. There are some hard exclusions.
This offer does not apply to:
iPad mini
iPad 10th Gen
Mac mini
Mac Studio
Mac Pro
Refurbished products
So if you were eyeing the cheapest iPad just for the free AirPods — sorry, doesn’t work.
Also, the bonus applies to only one Mac and one iPad per eligible person. No double-dipping.
A Welcome Boost for Budget-Conscious Students
Tech is expensive, especially when college expenses pile on. So, Apple tossing in something extra — especially products that usually sell for 10–20K — does help cushion the blow.
And if you were already going to buy a MacBook or iPad for class, then this offer is basically a no-brainer.
The only thing missing? Maybe a similar deal for iPhone buyers. But who knows — maybe next year.
