For anyone planning to be first in line for Apple's newest Pro iPhone, the iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Order Date and Time in India is Saturday, September 12 at 5:30 PM IST, with sales beginning on September 18. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs 1,64,900 in India and is available with up to 2TB of storage.
Apple's latest Pro model is aimed at buyers who want more than a routine yearly upgrade. The iPhone 18 Pro brings the A20 Pro chip, a 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture, an aluminium unibody design and four finishes, including the new Burgundy option. Apple has also added Ceramic Shield 2 protection and a next-generation vapour chamber designed to help the phone maintain performance under heavier workloads. Check out the iPhone 18 Pro pre-order time in India, its storage-wise pricing and the easiest way to book one before launch.
Apple has confirmed that pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max begin on Saturday, September 12 at 5:30 PM IST in India. The phones will be available from Friday, September 18, so pre-order customers can expect deliveries and store availability from launch day, subject to stock and chosen fulfilment option.
When the booking window opens, keep the process simple:
Open: Apple India's website or Apple Store app.
Choose: iPhone 18 Pro and your preferred storage and colour.
Review: Check delivery or Apple Store pickup availability.
Add: Trade-in, payment or eligible financing options.
Complete: Confirm your details, pay and save the order confirmation.
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs 1,64,900 for the 256GB version. Apple's India store lists the following prices:
256GB: Rs 1,64,900
512GB: Rs 1,89,900
1TB: Rs 2,39,900
2TB: Rs 3,14,900
Apple's India store is also offering selected payment options, including up to six months of no-cost EMI and an instant cashback offer of up to Rs 7,000 with eligible cards. Trade-in credit is also available for eligible older iPhones.
The iPhone 18 Pro comes in Black, Silver, Glacier and Burgundy, with a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display. Storage runs from 256GB to 2TB, giving buyers considerably more headroom at the top end.
For photography, Apple has introduced a 48MP Pro Fusion camera system, led by a 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture. The system also includes 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide and Telephoto cameras, with improved low-light photography and video capabilities.
| Detail | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|
| Pre-order date | September 12, 2026 |
| Pre-order time in India | 5:30 PM IST |
| Sale date | September 18, 2026 |
| Starting price | Rs 1,64,900 |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB |
| Display | 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR |
| Main camera | 48MP Fusion |
| Chip | A20 Pro |
| Colours | Black, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy |
When does the iPhone 18 Pro pre-order start in India?
iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders open on September 12 at 5:30 PM IST.
What is the iPhone 18 Pro price in India?
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs 1,64,900 for the 256GB model.
When does the iPhone 18 Pro go on sale in India?
The iPhone 18 Pro goes on sale from September 18.
How can I pre-order the iPhone 18 Pro?
You can pre-order it through Apple's India website or Apple Store app by selecting the model, storage and colour, then completing payment and delivery details.
What colours does the iPhone 18 Pro come in?
The iPhone 18 Pro is available in Black, Silver, Glacier and Burgundy.