Can your iPad run iPadOS 26? Here’s the compatibility list

iPadOS 26 is a big step up this year, and definitely worth upgrading if your iPad model is able to run the upcoming version. Apple aims to maintain compatibility with new versions of iPadOS for as long as possible, but each year does have to drop support for some models … Apple has announced that the following iPad models are compatible with iPadOS 26: iPad Pro (M4), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later) generation and later) iPad Air (M2 and later), iPad Air (3rd generation and later) iPad (A16), iPad (8th generation and later) iPad mini (A17 Pro), and iPad mini (5th generation and later) How to identify your iPad model and iPadOS version If you’re unsure of the exact model and generation of your iPad, it’s easy to check: Settings > General > About and check the model name and generation. To check which version of iPadOS you are currently running: Settings > Software Update and check your current version. If an update is available, your iPad will show it here. Highlighted accessories Photo: Apple