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Medical Tourism in India

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Medical tourism in India: key facts

  • MapHospitals lists 6,722 hospitals in India across 17 cities.
  • The most listings are in Ahmedabad (653), Bengaluru (551) and Hyderabad (522).
  • 27,220 doctors at these hospitals have a profile.
  • 226 hospitals list an accreditation such as JCI or NABH.

Source: MapHospitals directory, November 2026.

Cities

Medical Tourism Cities in India

Explore top medical tourism cities in India

Mumbai

369 hospitals

Delhi

366 hospitals

Bengaluru

551 hospitals

Ahmedabad

653 hospitals

Hyderabad

522 hospitals

Chennai

449 hospitals

Kolkata

306 hospitals

Pune

451 hospitals

Jaipur

427 hospitals

Bhopal

358 hospitals

Vadodara

453 hospitals

Ludhiana

308 hospitals

Nashik

368 hospitals

Chandigarh

268 hospitals

Gurgaon

360 hospitals

Noida

271 hospitals

New Delhi

242 hospitals
Why India

Why Choose India for Medical Tourism?

India offers an exceptional combination of internationally accredited hospitals, highly experienced doctors, and treatment costs that are 60–80% lower than Western countries — all without compromising on quality.

With over 46 JCI-accredited hospitals, dedicated medical visa programmes, and English-speaking medical professionals, India makes the entire medical journey — from consultation to recovery — seamless and affordable. Whether you need cardiac surgery, joint replacement, cancer treatment, or fertility care, India's healthcare infrastructure is world-class and ready to serve you.

Treatments

Medical Treatments in India

India is the medical hub for international tourists for the following medical treatments

Pediatrics

1,291 hospitals

Pediatric Oncologic Surgery, Children's Colorectal Surgery, Minimally Invasive Pediatric Surgery

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Cost of Living in India

Real-world costs to help you plan your medical trip — from hospital stays to daily meals

85%
Cheaper than USA
on average
97%
Healthcare
savings vs USA
₹5,000
Hospital Room
per day
₹1,500
Budget Hotel
per night

Food & Dining Costs (₹)

Business Lunch
₹600 ↓60%
US ₹1,512
Budget Meal
₹200 ↓80%
US ₹1,008
Cheap Restaurant
₹250 ↓80%
US ₹1,260
Water Bottle (1.5L)
₹20 ↓88%
US ₹168
Coffee (Café)
₹180 ↓57%
US ₹420
Groceries (Weekly)
₹2,500 ↓75%
US ₹10,080
Item ₹ vs US
Business Lunch 600 60% less
Budget Meal 200 80% less
Cheap Restaurant 250 80% less
Water Bottle (1.5L) 20 88% less
Coffee (Café) 180 57% less
Groceries (Weekly) 2,500 75% less

Food & Nutrition

Most hospitals in India include meals in their room charges. For companions, local restaurants offer nutritious meals at very affordable prices. Grocery delivery apps are widely available for longer stays.

Accommodation Costs (₹)

Budget Hotel / Night
₹1,500 ↓80%
US ₹7,560
Mid-Range Hotel / Night
₹4,000 ↓74%
US ₹15,120
Luxury Hotel / Night
₹12,000 ↓64%
US ₹33,600
Airbnb / Month
₹35,000 ↓83%
US ₹210,000
Apartment (City Centre)
₹50,000 ↓73%
US ₹184,800
Apartment (Outside Centre)
₹25,000 ↓81%
US ₹134,400
Item ₹ vs US
Budget Hotel / Night 1,500 80% less
Mid-Range Hotel / Night 4,000 74% less
Luxury Hotel / Night 12,000 64% less
Airbnb / Month 35,000 83% less
Apartment (City Centre) 50,000 73% less
Apartment (Outside Centre) 25,000 81% less

Stay Smart

For recovery stays of 2+ weeks, an Airbnb or serviced apartment near your hospital can be significantly cheaper than a hotel. Many hospitals also have tie-ups with nearby hotels offering discounted patient rates.

Healthcare Costs (₹)

Doctor Consultation
₹800 ↓95%
US ₹16,800
Hospital Room / Day
₹5,000 ↓98%
US ₹294,000
Basic Medicine
₹200 ↓84%
US ₹1,260
Travel Health Insurance / Day
₹150 ↓93%
US ₹2,100
Nursing Care / Day
₹2,000 ↓93%
US ₹29,400
Physiotherapy Session
₹1,000 ↓92%
US ₹12,600
Dental Checkup
₹500 ↓97%
US ₹16,800
Item ₹ vs US
Doctor Consultation 800 95% less
Hospital Room / Day 5,000 98% less
Basic Medicine 200 84% less
Travel Health Insurance / Day 150 93% less
Nursing Care / Day 2,000 93% less
Physiotherapy Session 1,000 92% less
Dental Checkup 500 97% less

Medical Tourist Tip

Healthcare in India costs up to 97% less than the US. A hospital room is just ₹5,000/day compared to $3,500+ in the US. Many hospitals offer all-inclusive packages that cover room, nursing, and meals.

Transport Costs (₹)

Local Transport (Monthly)
₹1,500 ↓74%
US ₹5,880
Airport Taxi
₹1,200 ↓74%
US ₹4,620
Taxi per km
₹15 ↓91%
US ₹168
Fuel / Litre
₹105
US ₹84
Local SIM + Data
₹300 ↓91%
US ₹3,360
Item ₹ vs US
Local Transport (Monthly) 1,500 74% less
Airport Taxi 1,200 74% less
Taxi per km 15 91% less
Fuel / Litre 105 25% more
Local SIM + Data 300 91% less

Getting Around

Ride-hailing apps (Uber, local alternatives) are widely available and affordable. Many hospitals offer airport pickup services. Buy a local SIM card with data on arrival for navigation and communication.

Daily Life Costs (₹)

Internet / Month
₹700 ↓87%
US ₹5,460
Laundry / Load
₹150 ↓55%
US ₹336
Mobile Prepaid / Month
₹299 ↓93%
US ₹4,200
Clothes (Avg.)
₹2,500 ↓26%
US ₹3,360
Haircut
₹300 ↓86%
US ₹2,100
Movie Ticket
₹250 ↓80%
US ₹1,260
Gym / Month
₹2,500 ↓46%
US ₹4,620
Beer
₹200 ↓66%
US ₹588
Item ₹ vs US
Internet / Month 700 87% less
Laundry / Load 150 55% less
Mobile Prepaid / Month 299 93% less
Clothes (Avg.) 2,500 26% less
Haircut 300 86% less
Movie Ticket 250 80% less
Gym / Month 2,500 46% less
Beer 200 66% less

Daily Essentials

Day-to-day expenses in India are very manageable. Wi-Fi is available at most hotels and hospitals. Laundry services, pharmacies, and convenience stores are easy to find near major medical centres.

85% cheaper vs US

Spending Breakdown

* Costs are approximate averages based on 2024–2025 data. Actual prices may vary by season and location.

India — A Global Leader in Medical Tourism

India has emerged as one of the world's top medical tourism destinations, attracting over 2 million international patients annually as of 2024. The country's medical tourism industry is valued at approximately US$9 billion and is projected to reach US$13 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of over 20%.

India's appeal lies in its unbeatable combination of world-class healthcare at 60–80% lower costs compared to the US, UK, and Europe. The country is home to 46 JCI-accredited hospitals — among the highest in Asia — and boasts internationally trained doctors, many of whom have practiced at leading institutions in the US, UK, and Australia.

Key Advantages of Medical Treatment in India

  • Significant Cost Savings: Heart bypass surgery costs around $5,000–$7,000 in India vs $100,000+ in the US. Hip replacements cost $6,000–$8,000 vs $40,000+.
  • World-Class Infrastructure: Private multi-speciality hospitals with cutting-edge robotic surgery, proton therapy, organ transplant programmes, and minimally invasive procedures.
  • Highly Skilled Doctors: Over 1.3 million registered doctors, with many specialising in cardiology, orthopaedics, oncology, neurosurgery, and fertility treatments.
  • No Waiting Lists: Unlike the NHS or Canadian healthcare, patients can typically be seen within days, not months.
  • English-Speaking Staff: India is the world's second-largest English-speaking nation, making communication seamless.
  • Easy Medical Visa: India offers a dedicated e-Medical Visa valid for 60 days (triple entry), with processing in just 3–5 business days.
  • Holistic Wellness: Unique integration of Ayurveda, Yoga, and traditional medicine alongside modern treatments, ideal for recovery and wellness tourism.

Top Medical Tourism Cities

Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Kolkata are the primary hubs for medical tourism. Chennai is often called "India's Health Capital," receiving over 45% of all medical tourists. Delhi NCR leads in cardiac care and organ transplants, while Mumbai excels in oncology and orthopaedics.

Top Source Countries

India attracts patients from across the globe, with the highest numbers coming from Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Iraq, Maldives, Oman, Nigeria, Kenya, Uzbekistan, Tanzania, Yemen, and increasingly from the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and CIS nations.

Government Support

The Indian government actively promotes medical tourism through the "Heal in India" initiative, streamlined medical visa processes, airport facilitation counters for medical tourists, and accreditation standards through NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals). Multiple major cities now have dedicated medical tourism facilitation centres.

Top Hospitals

Top Hospitals in India

Ranked by how complete and credible each profile is: photos, doctors, accreditations, verified owners and patient interest

Vibrant Hospital Verified

Vibrant Hospital

Gurgaon, India · Hospital

ISO 9001 ISO 14001 NABH

1 doctor · Anaesthesiology, Gynaecology, Urology

Kokilaben

Kokilaben

Mumbai, India · Hospital

90 doctors · Cardiology, Oncology, Pediatrics

Kothiya Hospital

Kothiya Hospital

Ahmedabad, India · Hospital

13 doctors · Dermatology, Gynaecology, Pulmonology

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