Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Ultra Get Certified Re Newed Prices

Samsung has added its latest flagship smartphones to its Certified Re Newed program in India, giving customers another way to buy the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra for less than the price of brand new units. The phones are refurbished models sold through Samsung’s official channel.

The biggest saving is available on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The 256GB Certified Re Newed version is priced at ₹1,18,999, while the corresponding new model is listed at ₹1,30,999. This gives buyers a saving of ₹12,000.

The 512GB Galaxy S26 Ultra also gets a significant price difference. Its Certified Re Newed price stands at ₹1,35,999, compared with ₹1,50,999 for the new version. Customers therefore save ₹15,000 on the higher storage model.

The regular Galaxy S26 is available at a lower price as well. The 256GB version costs ₹74,799 through the Certified Re Newed program, compared with ₹79,999 for a new unit. The difference comes to ₹5,200.

For customers who need more storage, the 512GB Galaxy S26 is priced at ₹91,799 in the Certified Re Newed range. The new 512GB model is listed at ₹99,999, giving buyers a saving of ₹8,200.

Samsung’s Certified Re Newed program is aimed at customers who want the company’s premium smartphones without paying the full price for a new device. The important difference is that these phones are refurbished rather than factory fresh.

The program itself was introduced in May with the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Ultra and selected Galaxy A series smartphones. Samsung has now extended the offering to the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra, bringing its newer flagship generation into the refurbished lineup.

Samsung says each Certified Re Newed device goes through a detailed inspection, cleaning and testing process before being offered for sale. This is intended to ensure that refurbished units meet the company’s required standards for performance and reliability.

The company also says that genuine Samsung components are used when a device requires repair during the refurbishment process. This is an important distinction for customers who may be hesitant about buying refurbished smartphones from unofficial sellers.

Battery condition is another part of Samsung’s refurbishment process. According to the company, the batteries fitted in Certified Re Newed devices must meet its quality, reliability and performance standards.

Before a refurbished phone reaches another customer, personal information from the previous user is securely removed. Samsung also updates the devices to the latest available software version before they are sold.

Warranty coverage is another advantage of purchasing these refurbished models directly through Samsung. The company provides a one year standard manufacturer warranty with all Certified Re Newed Galaxy S26 devices.

For buyers considering a flagship phone but unwilling to spend the full launch price, the new Certified Re Newed options could provide a middle ground. Customers can get access to the Galaxy S26 series through Samsung’s official sales channel while paying less than they would for an equivalent new model.

The price difference becomes particularly noticeable with the Galaxy S26 Ultra. A saving of ₹15,000 on the 512GB version makes the refurbished model considerably more affordable, while the regular Galaxy S26 offers savings of ₹5,200 and ₹8,200 depending on storage.

However, buyers should remember that Certified Re Newed devices are refurbished products. They are not unused smartphones taken directly from a new retail box. The attraction is instead the combination of a lower price, Samsung’s refurbishment process, genuine parts where required and manufacturer warranty.

With the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra now included, Samsung is giving customers more choice within its refurbished smartphone lineup. For shoppers who prioritise an official purchase and want to reduce the cost of a premium Galaxy phone, the new prices could make the Certified Re Newed range worth considering.