Kidney Transplant Cost in India: A Typical Price Guide
Medically reviewed by Dr. Nikhil Singh
Last reviewed: 18 Jul 2026
Kidney transplant cost in India covers the surgery, hospital stay, and donor and recipient evaluation. Lifelong medication is a recurring additional cost.
Typical Kidney Transplant Cost (Private Hospitals)
- Transplant (surgery + stay + evaluation) — Rs 5,00,000 - 15,00,000
- Immunosuppressant medication (monthly) — Rs 20,000 - 30,000
Rates shown are as per the typical private-hospital ranges compiled from Indian transplant-care sources (2025) and are subject to periodic revision. Always verify the latest approved rates on the official source.
What Affects the Cost
The total cost varies with several factors:
- Hospital location and type
- Surgeon expertise
- Living vs deceased donor transplant
- Comorbidities needing extra testing
- Lifelong post-operative medication
- Any complications and extended stay
Government Schemes and Insurance
Government schemes such as CGHS, Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY), ESIC and ECHS reimburse many procedures at fixed package rates, usually well below private list prices, and health insurance can cover a large part of the cost. Check your eligibility before treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a kidney transplant cost in India?
Typically Rs 5,00,000 to 15,00,000 in private hospitals for the transplant, plus ongoing immunosuppressant medication of about Rs 20,000-30,000 a month.
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Typically Rs 5,00,000 to 15,00,000 in private hospitals for the transplant, plus ongoing immunosuppressant medication of about Rs 20,000-30,000 a month.
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