Samsung Galaxy A36 and A56 Prices Hiked in India Again
Galaxy A36 and A56 Prices Hiked
Samsung has increased the prices of its Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A56 5G smartphones in India again. The latest revision raises the Galaxy A36 prices by ₹3,000 across its listed variants, while the Galaxy A56 gets a ₹2,000 increase across its variants. The revised prices have been reported on Samsung’s official website, although the company has not issued a dedicated public announcement explaining the change.
The latest increase comes several months after the phones first received a price revision in 2026. It also follows a separate increase to Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S26 series, making the latest changes part of a wider round of Samsung smartphone price revisions in India.
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G New Price in India
The Galaxy A36 5G has received a flat ₹3,000 increase across all three currently listed configurations.
| Variant | Earlier Price | New Price | Increase |
| 8GB + 128GB | ₹33,999 | ₹36,999 | ₹3,000 |
| 8GB + 256GB | ₹37,999 | ₹40,999 | ₹3,000 |
| 12GB + 256GB | ₹43,499 | ₹46,499 | ₹3,000 |
The base 8GB + 128GB version now starts at ₹36,999, while the 12GB + 256GB configuration reaches ₹46,499.
Samsung originally launched the Galaxy A36 5G in India in 2025, with the 8GB + 128GB model priced at ₹32,999. Samsung’s launch announcement listed the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB versions at ₹35,999 and ₹38,999 respectively, with launch offers bringing down the effective prices at the time.
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G New Price in India
The Galaxy A56 5G has received a ₹2,000 increase across all three listed configurations.
| Variant | Earlier Price | New Price | Increase |
| 8GB + 128GB | ₹42,999 | ₹44,999 | ₹2,000 |
| 8GB + 256GB | ₹46,999 | ₹48,999 | ₹2,000 |
| 12GB + 256GB | ₹52,499 | ₹54,499 | ₹2,000 |
The Galaxy A56 5G now starts at ₹44,999, while the top 12GB + 256GB version costs ₹54,499.
Samsung originally launched the A56 5G in India starting at ₹41,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant. The company also introduced 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB versions at ₹44,999 and ₹47,999 respectively at launch.
This Is the Second Price Increase
The latest revision is not the first price increase for these two phones.
Both the Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A56 5G had already received a price revision earlier in 2026. The latest increase therefore means the phones now cost considerably more than their original launch prices.
For the current revision, the Galaxy A36 has moved up by ₹3,000 across its configurations, while the Galaxy A56 has increased by ₹2,000.
Samsung has not publicly stated a specific reason for this latest A36/A56 increase. Reports across the Indian smartphone market have linked recent price increases to higher memory and component costs, but that should be treated as industry context rather than a confirmed explanation from Samsung.
Galaxy S26 Series Also Gets More Expensive
The A36 and A56 increase comes alongside a much larger price revision affecting Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S26 family.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra received revised India prices, with most configurations increasing by ₹15,000 and the top-end Galaxy S26 Ultra 16GB + 1TB receiving a ₹25,000 increase. The revised pricing was reported as effective from September 23, 2026.
Galaxy S26 Revised Prices
| Model | Launch Price | Revised Price |
| Galaxy S26 12GB + 256GB | ₹87,999 | ₹1,02,999 |
| Galaxy S26 12GB + 512GB | ₹1,07,999 | ₹1,22,999 |
| Galaxy S26+ 12GB + 256GB | ₹1,19,999 | ₹1,34,999 |
| Galaxy S26+ 12GB + 512GB | ₹1,39,999 | ₹1,54,999 |
| Galaxy S26 Ultra 12GB + 256GB | ₹1,39,999 | ₹1,54,999 |
| Galaxy S26 Ultra 12GB + 512GB | ₹1,59,999 | ₹1,74,999 |
| Galaxy S26 Ultra 16GB + 1TB | ₹1,89,999 | ₹2,14,999 |
The revision pushes the standard Galaxy S26 above the ₹1 lakh mark, while the 1TB Galaxy S26 Ultra crosses ₹2 lakh.
Why Are Samsung Phones Getting More Expensive?
Samsung has not provided a specific official explanation for the A36 and A56 revision.
For the Galaxy S26 increase, however, industry sources cited by PTI and Business Standard attributed the higher prices to rising costs for memory chips, motherboards and other electronic components.
The broader smartphone market has also been experiencing pressure from higher memory and component costs, with other manufacturers making price adjustments in India. This provides context for Samsung’s revisions, but it does not establish that every Samsung price increase has the same cause.
What This Means for Galaxy A36 and A56 Buyers
The revised pricing changes the position of both phones in Samsung’s portfolio.
The Galaxy A36 5G now starts at ₹36,999, while the Galaxy A56 5G starts at ₹44,999. Some retailers may continue selling existing inventory at older prices, so the final selling price can vary between Samsung’s store and third-party retailers.
Samsung’s newer Galaxy A-series models also create another reference point for buyers. According to 91mobiles, the Galaxy A37 now starts at ₹46,999 and the Galaxy A57 at ₹62,999 following their own September price revisions.
As a result, anyone considering the A36 or A56 should check the current price and available offers rather than relying on their original launch prices.
Samsung Galaxy A36 and A56 Price: Quick Summary
The latest pricing is:
Galaxy A36 5G
- 8GB + 128GB: ₹36,999
- 8GB + 256GB: ₹40,999
- 12GB + 256GB: ₹46,499
Galaxy A56 5G
- 8GB + 128GB: ₹44,999
- 8GB + 256GB: ₹48,999
- 12GB + 256GB: ₹54,499
The A36 has received the larger latest increase at ₹3,000, while the A56 has gone up by ₹2,000.
Conclusion
Samsung has raised the prices of the Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A56 5G in India again, with the A36 becoming ₹3,000 more expensive and the A56 increasing by ₹2,000 across their listed configurations. The changes come alongside a much larger revision to Galaxy S26-series pricing, including the flagship S26 Ultra 1TB crossing ₹2 lakh.
For TDN, the important distinction is that Samsung has not published a dedicated announcement explaining the A36/A56 hike. The revised prices are being reported from Samsung’s current listings and retailer/industry information, so the article should not claim a specific reason as confirmed by Samsung.
FAQs
What is the new price of the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G?
The Galaxy A36 5G now starts at ₹36,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant in India.
What is the new price of the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G?
The Galaxy A56 5G starts at ₹44,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant.
How much has the Galaxy A36 price increased?
The Galaxy A36 has received a ₹3,000 increase across its listed variants.
How much has the Galaxy A56 price increased?
The Galaxy A56 has received a ₹2,000 increase across its listed variants.
Has Samsung also increased Galaxy S26 prices?
Yes. The Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra have received higher India list prices, with increases of up to ₹25,000 depending on the variant.
Why did Samsung increase these prices?
Samsung has not publicly given a specific reason for the latest A36/A56 increase. For the S26 series, industry sources cited rising memory, motherboard and other component costs.
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