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How to Get Free AirPods Under Apple University Offer 2021 for Students

Apple is now giving away free AirPods with select Mac and iPad purchases alongside an additional 20% off AppleCare+. The offer is available on Apple Online Store in India for university students, teachers, and staff. Here’s everything about the Apple University Offer 2021, including who is eligible, what’s included in the offer, the eligible products, and steps to get free AirPods and discounted AppleCare+.

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Apple University Offer 2021: Free AirPods and AppleCare+ Discount for Students

Under the new University Offer, Apple is offering free AirPods (with wired charging case) and a 20% discount on AppleCare+ alongside the education pricing on the purchase of select devices. If you’re a college/ university student or faculty, you can avail the offer on the online Apple Store for Indian users. Below is everything you need to know about it.

Who is Eligible for the Offer?

All existing and newly accepted college or university students, parents buying for them, as well as faculty, staff, and homeschool teachers of all grade levels are eligible for the offer.


The users need to verify their student status through the third-party UNiDAYS platform. Alternatively, they can get in touch with an Apple specialist to verify their eligibility.

The offer can only be accessed in the Special Education Section, accessible to eligible users once they’ve been verified.

What’s Included in the Offer?

Under the new Apple University Offer 2021, you get the perks of Education pricing alongside:

  • Free AirPods with Wired Charging Case.
  • OR choose to upgrade to AirPods with Wireless Charging Case for extra Rs. 4,000.
  • OR choose to upgrade to AirPods Pro at an additional Rs. 10,000.
  • Additional 20% off on AppleCare+ extended warranty and repair packages.

Other discounts include Education discounts on Apple Pencil, the Magic Keyboard accessories, followed by the Apple Music and Apple TV+ Subscription offers.

What Product Purchases are Eligible for Offer?

The offer is applicable on the purchase of selected MacBook, iMac, iPad Air, and iPad Pro devices. This includes:

  • iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro
  • MacBook Air, MacBook Pro 13, MacBook Pro 16
  • iMac 24″, iMac 27″
  • Mac Mini, Mac Pro

How Can Students Avail Free AirPods and Discount on AppleCare+?

Step 1- Verify your eligibility through UNiDAYS or get in touch with an Apple specialist to verify eligibility using your university ID or an acceptance letter. Here’s how to signup on UNiDAYS to avail Apple Student Discount.

Step 2- Once you’re verified, head to the Apple Store for Education. Check the MacBooks, Macs, and iPads eligible for the offer.How to Get Free AirPods Under Apple University Offer 2021

Step 3- At the time of check out, the free Apple AirPods offer will automatically be bundled in your cart. You’ll also get the option to choose to upgrade for Wireless Charging AirPods or AirPods Pro at special pricing.

Wrapping Up

This was all about the new Apple University Offer 2021. I hope you now know how to get the free AirPods and discount on AppleCare+ under the Student offer. If you’re a college or university student or a faculty, make sure to avail offer while buying MacBooks, iPads, or Mac devices. Anyways, what are your views on it? Do let me know in the comments below.

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