Oncology in India
Cancer care in India includes surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy and bone marrow transplant at comprehensive cancer centres. Many patients start with a second opinion on their existing diagnosis before deciding where to be treated.
Treatment from USD 800
Typical procedures and indicative costs
Treatment only, in USD. Travel and accommodation are extra; use the trip planner to estimate them.
| Procedure | Indicative cost | In hospital | Stay in India | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second opinion on diagnosis and treatment planRemote review; any fee is confirmed upfront | Quoted after review | Day care | — | Get a quote |
| Chemotherapy (per cycle)Varies widely with the drugs used | USD 800 – 3,000 | Day care | — | Get a quote |
| Radiation therapy (full course)Usually daily outpatient sessions | USD 2,000 – 7,000 | Day care | 5–7 weeks | Get a quote |
| Breast cancer surgery | USD 3,500 – 12,000 | 3–5 days | 14–21 days | Get a quote |
| Robotic cancer surgery | USD 6,000 – 14,000 | 3–7 days | 14–21 days | Get a quote |
| Bone marrow transplantAutologous or allogeneic changes the cost a lot | USD 18,000 – 45,000 | 21–35 days | 2–3 months | Get a quote |
Ranges compiled from published 2025–26 price lists of Indian hospitals and facilitators. Your written estimate comes from the hospital after it reviews your reports. Exchange rates approximate (mid-October 2026).
Reports to prepare
Hospitals need these to give you an opinion and estimate. Your coordinator sends a secure link to share them.
- Biopsy and histopathology report
- PET-CT, CT or MRI reports and images
- Treatment so far: surgery notes, chemotherapy drugs and cycles
- Recent blood tests
What an estimate usually covers
- Specialist, surgeon and anaesthesia fees
- Hospital room for the expected stay
- Routine medicines and tests during admission
Often extra
- Premium implants, lenses or devices
- Extra days in hospital or ICU
- Medicines to take home
Choose a city
Choose where you would like to be treated. Your coordinator suggests hospitals in that city after a specialist reviews your reports.
Questions about oncology
General information only. Your treating specialist advises on your own case.
Can I get an opinion before I travel?
Yes. An oncologist can review your biopsy, scans and treatment history remotely and suggest a plan and estimate before you book anything.
Will I need to stay in India for the whole treatment?
It depends on the plan. Surgery may need two to three weeks. Radiation usually runs five to seven weeks of daily sessions. Some chemotherapy can continue at home after the first cycles, if your local doctor agrees.
Can my original slides be reviewed in India?
Often, yes. Hospitals may ask you to bring the original biopsy blocks or slides so their pathologist can confirm the diagnosis.
Plan oncology in India
Get hospital opinions and written estimates to compare, with no obligation to travel.