Amazon and Flipkart, the leaders in e-commerce, have officially set the dates for their highly anticipated annual sales events: the Great Indian Festival and Big Billion Days. These sales will bring significant savings on popular products such as smartphones, laptops, TVs, and home appliances. The impact of the new GST rates will be felt across several items, including footwear under Rs 2,500, handbags, chocolates, and namkeens. This comprehensive guide provides all the essential details about the offers, discounts, and bank deals available.
The Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale and Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2025 will kick off on Tuesday, September 23. Amazon Prime subscribers will have the advantage of early access, with the Great Indian Festival Sale 2025 opening a full day before the general public. Anticipate even lower prices on electronics like TVs and ACs due to the new GST rates that take effect on September 22.
Amazon customers can look forward to an instant 10% discount for SBI debit and credit cardholders during the sale. This offer also applies to EMI transactions made with SBI credit cards. Shoppers can anticipate up to 40% off on smartphones from top brands like Apple, Samsung, iQOO, and OnePlus, plus discounts on their accessories.
Electronics and accessories from Samsung, HP, Sony, and Boat will be offered at discounts up to 80%. Home appliances from Godrej, Haier, Samsung, and LG will also feature discounts of up to 65%.
Customers can further benefit from exchange bonuses, cashback, and interest-free EMI options when purchasing electronics during the sale. Discounts of up to 65% will be available on smart TVs and projectors from leading brands such as LG, Xiaomi, Samsung, and Sony.
Additionally, Amazon’s smart home devices, including Echo devices, Kindle e-readers, Alexa, and Fire TV, will be discounted by up to 50%.
Flipkart’s Big Billion Days Sale 2025 promises significant savings across a wide range of categories, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, TVs, and large home appliances. The company has teased limited-time deals, “festive rush hour” offers, and “double discounts” on selected products.
Featured products include the Apple iPhone 16, Motorola Edge 60 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S24 series, and OnePlus Buds 3. Also expected are discounts on 55-inch smart TVs, Intel-powered PCs, and front-loading washing machines.
Axis Bank and ICICI Bank credit cardholders will receive a 10% instant discount during the sale, and this discount will also apply to EMI transactions. Pay Later services, exchange schemes, UPI promotions, and no-cost EMI options will also be available. Flipkart Plus members will also have the opportunity to enjoy exclusive offers through the SuperCoins reward program.