Samsung has announced the sale of its new Galaxy Tab S12 series in India, with the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S12+ now available through Samsung’s online and offline channels. Alongside the new tablets, Samsung is offering multi-buy benefits, bank cashback, upgrade bonuses and no-cost EMI options.
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and S12+ Specifications And Features
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra features a 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, while the Galaxy Tab S12+ gets a 12.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel. Both displays support peak brightness of up to 1,600 nits and feature Vision Booster for adjusting brightness in real time. The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra measures just 5.1mm, making it Samsung’s thinnest Galaxy Tab yet, while the Galaxy Tab S12+ is 5.3mm thick. Both tablets use a 3nm processor, with Samsung claiming 61% faster NPU processing, 19% faster CPU performance and 17% improved GPU performance over the previous generation.
The Ultra is rated for up to 23 hours of battery life, while the Plus model is rated for up to 21 hours under Samsung’s stated test conditions. Both support 45W charging and can charge from 0% to 100% in 95 minutes using the compatible adapter. They also feature a 3D Vapor Chamber for heat dissipation and carry an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
Both tablets include an S Pen and four-channel spatial audio. The optional Pro Keyboard Cover adds a Galaxy AI Key for quick access to AI assistants. The Galaxy Tab S12 series runs Android 17 with One UI 9 and integrates Samsung’s Galaxy AI features. Note Assist can summarise notes in real time, while buyers also get a six-month trial of Google AI Pro with access to Gemini.
Samsung has also included apps and offers aimed at productivity and creativity. Adobe Photoshop comes pre-installed, while Goodnotes gets one year of free access. LumaFusion is available with a 66% discount, and Clip Studio Paint includes a six-month trial with 20% off the first subscription. Samsung is promising up to seven OS upgrades and security updates for the Galaxy Tab S12 series.
Samsung has introduced its Galaxy Forever programme for Galaxy Tabs for the first time. Available through Samsung Finance+ at Samsung Exclusive Stores and Samsung.com, the programme costs Rs 12,499 and is designed to provide an ownership and upgrade option over two years.
Under the programme, eligible customers pay 75% of the device price along with the Galaxy Forever fee across 24 EMIs. Customers can return or upgrade the device earlier based on the applicable assured buyback value. The assured buyback is 40% after 11-13 months and 25% after 14-24 months. The Galaxy Forever package also includes Samsung Care+, with protection against accidental and liquid damage for up to two years without a separate Care+ purchase.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Series Price And Availability
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra starts at Rs 1,49,999, while the Galaxy Tab S12+ starts at Rs 1,29,999. Both tablets are available in Wi-Fi and 5G variants with 12GB RAM and either 256GB or 512GB storage.
| Model | Connectivity | RAM/Storage | Price |
| Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra | Wi-Fi | 12GB + 256GB | Rs 1,49,999 |
| Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra | Wi-Fi | 12GB + 512GB | Rs 1,69,999 |
| Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra | 5G | 12GB + 256GB | Rs 1,64,999 |
| Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra | 5G | 12GB + 512GB | Rs 1,84,999 |
| Galaxy Tab S12+ | Wi-Fi | 12GB + 256GB | Rs 1,29,999 |
| Galaxy Tab S12+ | Wi-Fi | 12GB + 512GB | Rs 1,49,999 |
| Galaxy Tab S12+ | 5G | 12GB + 256GB | Rs 1,44,999 |
| Galaxy Tab S12+ | 5G | 12GB + 512GB | Rs 1,64,999 |
The Pro Keyboard Cover is priced at Rs 27,999 for the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Rs 26,499 for the Galaxy Tab S12+.
Samsung is offering several benefits with the Galaxy Tab S12 series. Customers can get Rs 15,000 off when purchasing a tablet along with select Galaxy smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy S25+. Other benefits include 15% off on select wearables, 30% off on the Pro Keyboard Cover, up to Rs 5,000 bank cashback and up to Rs 5,000 upgrade bonus. Customers can also opt for no-cost EMI for up to 24 months through participating banks and NBFC partners.
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S12+ are available from October 7 through Samsung Exclusive Stores, partner stores, Samsung.com and other online platforms.
The Galaxy Tab S12 series is positioned as a premium tablet upgrade, but Samsung’s launch strategy goes beyond simply selling the hardware. The Rs 15,000 multi-buy benefit, bank cashback, upgrade bonus and no-cost EMI can make the higher starting prices easier to manage, particularly for existing Galaxy users looking to build an ecosystem around their tablet.
The bigger differentiator, however, is the new Galaxy Forever programme. With assured buyback values and Samsung Care+ built into the package, Samsung is attempting to address one of the biggest concerns around expensive tablets: long-term ownership and resale. For buyers planning to upgrade regularly, this could make the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and S12+ more compelling than their upfront prices suggest.
