India’s festive sales have traditionally offered an opportunity to buy premium devices at prices that are difficult to match during the rest of the year. However, rising component costs and price revisions across the smartphone industry have changed the picture in 2026, with some festive offers looking less attractive than before.
However, it’s not all downhill for prospective buyers, as early price teasers from Flipkart and Amazon suggest that Samsung’s previous-generation Galaxy models could see substantial discounts during the upcoming Big Billion Days and Great Indian Festival sales. The exact offers are still being revealed, but the teased prices provide a good indication of where buyers could find value this festive season.
Flipkart has teased the Samsung Galaxy S25 at under Rs 60,000 and the Galaxy S25 FE at under Rs 50,000 for its Big Billion Days sale. The sale begins on October 9th, with early access starting on October 8th. According to the microsite, the exact offer prices will be revealed on October 1st. The teasers are noteworthy because both phones are currently listed at higher prices. The 128GB Galaxy S25 is listed at Rs 69,999, while the Galaxy S25 FE starts at Rs 54,999 on Flipkart.
If these price brackets hold, the Galaxy S25 could be more than Rs 9,999 cheaper than its current listed price, while the Galaxy S25 FE could be more than Rs 4,999 cheaper against current their listings. The final prices will be declared when Flipkart reveals the offers on October 1st. Buyers should also verify whether the advertised prices include bank discounts or depend on specific payment methods before comparing them with previous sale prices.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could see another price cut on Amazon
The premium segment could also see substantial discounts. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, which launched in India at Rs 1,29,999, is listed at Rs 99,999 on Amazon ahead of the Great Indian Festival. Reports have suggested a price below Rs 95,000 with some even saying Rs 85,000 after exchange bonuses. This is a great deal for an Ultra flagship that’s still relevant almost two years after launch.
Amazon’s Great Indian Festival begins on October 8th. The retailer has announced a 10 percent instant discount for eligible SBI debit and credit card transactions, including eligible credit card EMI purchases.
The Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy M17 are also expected to feature in Amazon’s festive deals. Reports point to prices below Rs 35,000 and Rs 20,000, respectively.
Higher component costs have prompted smartphone makers to revise prices, while industry reports point to a festive season with less room for the deep discounts consumers have come to expect. Against this backdrop, the teased Galaxy S25 and S25 FE prices provide a concrete reason for prospective buyers to watch the upcoming sale. The Galaxy S25 Ultra could also be worth tracking for those considering a premium Android phone, particularly if its final price moves below Rs 85,000. The retailer teasers suggest that previous-generation Galaxy models could be among the more interesting phones to watch during this festive season. Whether they offer better value than competing devices will become clearer once the final prices and offer conditions are announced.
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