Highlights
- Xiaomi 18 Pro’s India launch appears imminent after it was spotted on the BIS certification database.
- The global launch is scheduled for November 17 with an India debut expected in December.
- The smartphone is expected to feature a 6.4-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 processor, up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage, a triple rear camera setup led by dual 200MP sensors and Android 17-based HyperOS 4.
We can now start bracing for the Xiaomi 18 Pro series India launch as reports confirm it has started getting the necessary regulatory approval. According to the latest reports, the Xiaomi 18 Pro has now appeared in the BIS listing in India. The lineup is currently preparing for a global debut on November 17 and is rumoured to arrive in India sometime next month. Here’s more on what we know so far.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Receives BIS Certification
According to tipster Anvin @ZionsAnvin on X, a Xiaomi smartphone carrying the model number 2609BPN61I has reportedly received approval from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). This is believed to be the Indian variant of the Xiaomi 18 Pro.
For comparison, the global variant of the smartphone reportedly carries the model number 2609BPN61G. The ‘I’ suffix in the newly spotted model number indicates its association with the Indian market.
The BIS listing does not reveal any specifications but it is an important step towards the launch in India.
Xiaomi 18 Pro’s Indian variant (2609BPN61I) has been approved by the BIS authority.
#Xiaomi #Xiaomi18Pro https://t.co/whN30Fgl9U
— Anvin (@ZionsAnvin) November 13, 2026
Xiaomi 18 Pro will be the first Pro flagship model in India after more than three years since the launch of Xiaomi 13 Pro in 2023.
Meanwhile, reports so far have suggested that the high-end Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is most likely not planned for the Indian market.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Expected Specifications
The Xiaomi 18 Pro is expected to retain most of its features across global markets although there could be some differences. For instance, the Chinese version of Xiaomi 18 Pro packs a 7,000mAh battery, while the global version is tipped to feature a smaller 6,000mAh unit. It remains to be seen which battery configuration Xiaomi chooses for the Indian model. The Chinese model also supports 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging.
As for other specifications, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is expected to feature a 6.4-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It could have the unique secondary 2.7-inch AMOLED display on the rear panel.
The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset with configurations offering up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage in China. On the software front, it runs Android 17-based HyperOS 4.
For photography, the device is expected to feature a triple rear camera system comprising a 200-megapixel primary sensor with OIS, a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with OIS and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera. For selfies and video calls, it could offer a 50-megapixel front camera.
Xiaomi 18 Pro India Launch Timeline and Availability
Xiaomi is expected to unveil the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max for global markets on November 17. It is reportedly planning a separate launch event for India in December.
However, Xiaomi has not yet officially announced the date or confirmed the specifications for India. More details about Indian pricing, availability and hardware differences are expected to emerge closer to the launch.
