Learn about Surrogacy Treatment in India — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Surrogacy and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Surrogacy

Surrogacy is a highly specialized assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedure offered by IVF and Reproductive Medicine specialists. It involves a gestational carrier (the surrogate) who agrees to carry and deliver a baby for another individual or couple (the intended parents). The process typically utilizes In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), where an embryo is created using the eggs and sperm from the intended parents or donors, and then transferred to the surrogate's uterus. This complex, multi-step journey is a profound solution for those unable to carry a pregnancy themselves due to medical reasons, recurrent pregnancy loss, or for same-sex male couples. It requires meticulous medical, legal, and psychological coordination to ensure the health and well-being of all parties involved.

Key Highlights

    Enables individuals and couples to have a biological child when pregnancy is not possible or safe.Gestational surrogacy allows for a genetic link to one or both intended parents.Managed by a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of fertility specialists, counselors, and legal experts.Offers a structured, ethical, and legally sound pathway to parenthood.Provides hope and a viable family-building option for a wide range of medical and social situations.

Who is this surgery for?

  • Absence of a uterus (due to congenital condition or hysterectomy).
  • Medical conditions that make pregnancy life-threatening (e.g., severe heart disease, advanced renal disease).
  • Recurrent implantation failure or unexplained recurrent pregnancy loss.
  • Certain uterine abnormalities or severe intrauterine adhesions (Asherman's syndrome).
  • For same-sex male couples or single men wishing to have a biological child.
  • Conditions where pregnancy is contraindicated due to cancer treatment or other serious illnesses.

How to prepare

  • Comprehensive medical and psychological screening of both intended parents and the potential surrogate.
  • Legal consultation and contract drafting to outline rights, responsibilities, and financial agreements.
  • Fertility treatment for the intended mother or egg donor (ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval).
  • Sperm collection and preparation from the intended father or sperm donor.
  • IVF process to create embryos in the laboratory.
  • Synchronization of the surrogate's menstrual cycle with the embryo transfer timeline using medications.
  • Infectious disease screening for all parties involved.

Risks & possible complications

  • Medical risks to the surrogate associated with pregnancy and delivery (e.g., preeclampsia, gestational diabetes).
  • Multiple pregnancy risk if more than one embryo is transferred.
  • Psychological and emotional challenges for all parties, including potential attachment issues.
  • Legal complexities regarding parental rights, citizenship, and birth certificates.
  • Financial risks, as costs are significant and not always covered by insurance.
  • Potential for pregnancy loss or complications, similar to any pregnancy.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • For the surrogate: Standard postpartum recovery after delivery, with medical and emotional support.
  • For the intended mother (if she underwent egg retrieval): A few days of rest with mild cramping or bloating.
  • Ongoing counseling and support for all parties during the pregnancy and after the birth.
  • Legal finalization of parentage orders after the baby's birth.
  • Establishing feeding and care routines for the newborn with the intended parents.
  • Long-term access to support groups or counseling to navigate the unique aspects of surrogacy families.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 1-2 days (for delivery)
  • checked Expected recovery time: Varies (Surrogate: 6-8 weeks postpartum; Intended Parents: Ongoing emotional process)

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering surrogacy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for surrogacy compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India INR 1 Million – 2.5 Million 1-2 days (for delivery) ~ Varies (Surrogate: 6-8 weeks postpartum; Intended Parents: Ongoing emotional process) Know More
Turkey TRY 3.5 Million – 8.75 Million 1-2 days (for delivery) ~ Varies (Surrogate: 6-8 weeks postpartum; Intended Parents: Ongoing emotional process) Know More
PATIENT REVIEW

Angel Williams, a 32-year-old elementary school...

Angel Williams, a 32-year-old elementary school teacher, had always dreamed of being a mother. At 28, she was diagnosed with stage 3 endometriosis. After two years of failed fertility treatments and a laparoscopic surgery that revealed severe uterine scarring, her reproductive endocrinologist delivered the difficult news: Angel's uterus was no longer viable for carrying a pregnancy. Heartbroken, she and her husband, Marcus, grieved the loss of a biological pregnancy. Their doctor gently recommended gestational surrogacy, using Angel's eggs and Marcus's sperm, as their best chance for a biological child. The process was emotionally and logistically intense, hormonal injections for egg retrieval, finding and vetting a compassionate surrogate named Sarah, and navigating complex legal contracts. After a successful embryo transfer, Angel attended every prenatal appointment, building a beautiful bond with Sarah. Post-birth, holding her daughter, Chloe, for the first time, Angel felt a wave of profound gratitude and overwhelming love. The journey transformed her grief into a deep appreciation for the miracle of modern medicine and the incredible gift of surrogacy. While the path to motherhood was different than she'd imagined, the outcome was everything she'd hoped for.

IVF and Reproductive Medicines for Surrogacy

Explore experienced ivf and reproductive medicines who regularly perform surrogacy and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.

Dr. T Geetha Anand
  • 29 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
Speaks: English, Hindi
Consult Charge ₹ 500
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Salem, Salem

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Dr. Nivedita Vishwanath Adapa
  • 16 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
Speaks: English, Hindi
Consult Charge ₹ 1050
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December: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Mysore, Mysore

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Dr. Jyotsna Mirlay
  • 34 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
Speaks: English, Hindi
Consult Charge ₹ 800
Available Today
December: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore

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Dr. Nirmala Mohan
  • 26 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
Speaks: English, Hindi
Consult Charge ₹ 850
Available Today
December: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore

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Dr. Kiran Arora
  • 25 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
Speaks: English, Hindi
Consult Charge ₹ 1500
Available Today
December: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon

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Dr. Sarabpreet Singh
  • 16 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
Speaks: English, Hindi
Consult Charge ₹ 1500
Available Today
December: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon

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Dr. Parul Prakash
  • 20 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
Speaks: English, Hindi
Consult Charge ₹ 1500
Available Today
December: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon

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