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Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Could Become More Expensive By Rs. 20,000 Starting Today: Check New Prices

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Could Become More Expensive By Rs. 20,000 Starting Today: Check New Prices

All RAM and storage variants of the Galaxy S26 series are expected to become more expensive in India.

Written by Shaurya Tomer, Edited by Ketan Pratap | Updated: 18 September 2026 09:15 IST

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Could Become More Expensive By Rs. 20,000 Starting Today: Check New Prices

Samsung launched the Galaxy S26 series (pictured) in February this year

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Highlights

The reported price hike is expected to take effect starting today
Samsung Galaxy S26 base model price could rise to Rs. 1,07,999 in India
Galaxy S26 Ultra price could cross Rs. 1.59 lakh for the base variant

Samsung could be preparing to make its Galaxy S26 series significantly more expensive in India. According to a tipster, all three models in the Galaxy S26 lineup are in line to receive price hikes of up to Rs. 20,000 across different RAM and storage variants. Although it is a first for the Galaxy S26 series, the move follows similar price adjustments across the South Korean tech conglomerate's mid-range Galaxy A and Galaxy F lineups.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Price Hike

In an X post, tipster Abhishek Yadav claimed that Samsung has increased the prices of every Galaxy S26 series variant in India by Rs. 20,000. The revised prices are expected to come into effect beginning today (September 18).

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If the claim is accurate, the Galaxy S26 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant will cost Rs. 1,07,999, up from its launch price of Rs. 87,999. On the other hand, the Galaxy S26+ could see its price go up from Rs. 1,19,999 to Rs. 1,39,999. The price revision is also said to affect the top-of-the-line Galaxy S26 Ultra. Its price is tipped to increase from Rs. 1,39,999 to Rs. 1.59,999.

While the aforementioned prices are only for the base variants of the Galaxy S26 series, other RAM and storage configurations could see similar price hikes, too. The alleged revised prices for the Galaxy S26 series are as follows:

Model	Launch Price	Alleged Revised Price
Galaxy S26 12GB + 256GB	Rs. 87,999	Rs. 1,07,999
Galaxy S26 12GB + 512GB	Rs. 1,07,999	Rs. 1,27,999
Galaxy S26+ 12GB + 256GB	Rs. 1,19,999	Rs. 1,39,999
Galaxy S26+ 12GB + 512GB	Rs. 1,39,999	Rs. 1,59,999
Galaxy S26 Ultra 12GB + 256GB	Rs. 1,39,999	Rs. 1,59,999
Galaxy S26 Ultra 12GB + 512GB	Rs. 1,59,999	Rs. 1,79,999
Galaxy S26 Ultra 16GB + 1TB	Rs. 1,89,999	Rs. 2,09,999

The latest claim follows a previous leak, which said that the Galaxy S26 could receive a price increase of up to Rs. 12,000 in India. That report was based on a claim by tipster Sanju Choudhary, who had suggested that the 12GB + 256GB model could rise from Rs. 87,999 to Rs. 99,999, while the 12GB + 512GB variant could increase from Rs. 1,07,999 to Rs. 1,19,999.

Samsung India has yet to update its website with the reported prices at the time of writing. Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra are still listed at their launch prices on the Samsung India website, giving prospective buyers a limited window before the alleged September 18 price revision takes effect. The Galaxy S26+, meanwhile, is listed as out of stock.

These price changes have yet to be officially communicated by the brand. We have reached out to Samsung for a comment on the price revisions and will update this story when we hear back.

Samsung Galaxy S26 FAQs

What are the main features of the Samsung Galaxy S26?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is available with 12GB of RAM paired with 512GB of internal storage, along with up to 12GB of extended RAM support. It features a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultrawide and 10MP telephoto camera, along with a 12MP front-facing selfie camera. The phone supports fast charging with 25W wired charging and 15W wireless charging, backed by a 4300mAh battery. It is powered by the Exynos 2600 processor and comes with a 6.27-inch FHD Dynamic AMOLED 2X display that supports up to a 120Hz refresh rate. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is available in 4 colour options.

When was the Samsung Galaxy S26 released?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 was launched on February 25, 2026.

Where can I buy the Samsung Galaxy S26?

You can buy the Samsung Galaxy S26 through the official Samsung website, e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, and select retail stores across India.

Samsung Galaxy S26

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Refined, well-built design
Compact and great for one-handed use
Fast performance with the new 2nm chipset
Clean One UI experience, long software support

Bad
Minimal upgrades over previous generations
Same camera hardware reused again
Low PWM dimming and still an 8-bit screen
Price hike makes value harder to justify

Read detailed Samsung Galaxy S26 review

Display 6.30-inch

Processor Samsung Exynos 2600

Front Camera 12-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 10-megapixel

RAM 6GB, 12GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB

Battery Capacity 4300mAh

OS Android 16

Resolution 1080x2340 pixels

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Samsung Galaxy S26+

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Consistent flagship-level performance
Premium build quality with slim, balanced design
Clean UI and Long-term software support
Good middle-ground option for users wanting size without Ultra bulk

Bad
Minimal upgrades over the previous generation
Same camera hardware reused yet again
Charging speeds still lag behind competitors
Price increase hurts overall value

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Display 6.70-inch

Processor Samsung Exynos 2600

Front Camera 12-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 10-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB

Battery Capacity 4900mAh

OS Android 16

Resolution 1440x3120 pixels

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Lighter IP68 rated design
Privacy Display is handy and practical
One UI gets smarter with better AI integrations
Fast-charging finally
Impressive video recording capability

Bad
3x telephoto camera needs work
Low-light performance could have been better
Selfies don?t show accurate edge-detection
S Pen cannot be used as camera remote

Read detailed Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review

Display 6.90-inch

Front Camera 12-megapixel

Rear Camera 200-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 10-megapixel

RAM 12GB, 16GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1024GB

Battery Capacity 5000mAh

OS Android 16

Resolution 1,440x3,120 pixels

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Shaurya Tomer is a Sub Editor at Gadgets 360 with 2 years of experience across a diverse spectrum of topics. With a particular focus on smartphones, gadgets and the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), he often likes to explore the industry's intricacies and innovations – whether dissecting the latest smartphone release or exploring the ethical implications of AI advancements. In his free time, he often embarks on impromptu road trips to unwind, recharge, and ...More