The Amazon Prime Plan to increase its Membership in India up to 50 percent
Amazon has confirmed that the price for the Amazon Prime Membership in India will be increasing by up to 50%, which translates to roughly Rs 500 for the annual package. The rate hike will apply to all the different types of memberships the company offers. Amazon will continue to offer access to Prime Video, Amazon Music, Prime Reading, and Prime Gaming under the same membership package.
Amazon has three tiers for its Prime membership — monthly, quarterly, and annual. These plans are priced at Rs 129, Rs 329, and Rs 999, respectively. However, as per the banner on the app, the prices will soon be revised to Rs 179, Rs 459, and Rs 1,499, respectively. Needless to say, the hike is pretty significant and it would be wise to invest now and get the membership at current rates. Below are all details of the plans, their current rate and revised rates to be applicable in near future.
Amazon Prime Membership PlanValidityCurrent PriceRevised PriceMonthly1 monthRs 129Rs 179Quarterly3 monthsRs 329Rs 459Annual12 monthsRs 999Rs 1,499
Amazon launched its Prime membership in India back in 2016. It debuted at an introductory price of Rs. 499, though Amazon revised the annual pricing to Rs. 999 in 2017. The company also in 2018 brought its Prime monthly subscription to attract more customers.
The latest revision has surfaced in the midst of the festive season. Earlier this month, Amazon kicked off its Great Indian Festival sale as a month-long event to provide deals, discounts and offers on various products. Amazon rival Flipkart is also continuously hosting distinct online sales to generate high revenues during this festive season in the country.
In the US, Amazon offers its Prime membership at $12.99 (roughly Rs. 1,000) a month or $119 (roughly Rs. 8,900) a year. The Prime Video membership is also available separately at $8.99 (roughly Rs. 700) a month.
FAQ: Prime Membership Price Change
Is the price of Prime membership changing?
Yes, the price of Prime is changing very soon.
When is the price of Prime membership going to change?
Price of Prime membership will be changing very soon. We will announce the exact date of price change at a later time.
What is the new price of Prime?
New prices of Prime are available below. You can also check these prices of prime visiting Amazon.in/prime or Prime help pages.
Why is Amazon increasing the price of Prime?
Since the launch 5 years ago in IN, Prime has continued to increase the value it offers members. Prime provides an unparalleled combination of shopping, savings and entertainment benefits to make life more convenient and entertaining every single day.
I am a Prime member. Do I need to pay extra when the price increases?
Existing Prime members can continue their membership for the duration their membership plan is at the current price. However, after the price change you can choose to renew your membership at the new price.
I have given auto-charge facility to Amazon on my card. Will Amazon charge me automatically the new price after the price change?
No, Amazon will not charge your card for the new price automatically.
Is prime adding new benefits soon?
We continue to invest in making Prime even more valuable for members. Prime 1- day delivery is available on millions of items. Prime Video offers unlimited access to award-winning movies, TV shows and Amazon Originals in 8 languages and many more.
Will the Prime Youth offer be applicable after the price change?
Yes, Prime youth offer will be applicable after the price change as well. For further details on Prime youth offer please refer to https://www.amazon.in/b?node=16120818031
Will this Price change affect bundled offers which customers can get with their telecom operator?
Yes, price will increase for customers who have joined Prime from your mobile operators as well. Please contact your operator for the same.
