Tech Desk: Apple has officially kicked off its highly anticipated Back to School sale in India, offering significant educational discounts and attractive bundles for students, teachers, and parents. Running until August 27, this limited-time promotion allows eligible buyers to snag top-tier Apple devices with complimentary accessories, providing a welcome relief after recent price adjustments across the lineup.

A standout offer includes the MacBook Air, powered by the M5 chip, available at a special education price starting from Rs. 137,900. Buyers choosing this powerful laptop can receive a free pair of AirPods 4 or a four-pack AirTag bundle. For those seeking enhanced audio, upgrade options to AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation or AirPods Pro 3 are available at a nominal additional cost, making premium audio more accessible.

Beyond MacBooks, the sale extends to the iPad Pro, with various models receiving education-specific pricing. Customers can also find discounted rates on the Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE 3, and the Apple Watch Ultra 3. Additionally, students and educators benefit from reduced subscriptions to Apple Creator Studio and the Apple Music Student Plan, which now includes a complimentary Apple TV subscription. Savings of up to 10% on AppleCare+ are also part of the package.

To avail these exclusive offers, individuals must complete a one-time identity verification through Apple’s Education Store at apple.com/in-edu/store. Eligibility is open to current and newly accepted college students, parents purchasing for college students, and staff at all educational levels. This streamlined verification ensures that educational institutions’ members can easily access these valuable deals, making Apple technology more affordable for academic pursuits.