Dealing with infertility is challenging and daunting; moreover, this has deleterious effects on one’s mental and emotional well-being. Every couple desires to hold their baby in their arms and love them the most in this world. However, there are some unfortunate people who can not experience this wonderful and amazing feeling that can not be expressed in words. Going through a phase like this in life is like fighting a battle. Losing all hope and blaming themselves for having such a bad fate is common in this scenario. However, IVF treatment has come as a blessing for such couples, which brings a great amount of hope as well. The happiest moment in one’s life is when one is experiencing infertility problems, not able to conceive, and hearing from someone that you can be a father or mother. That moment is the most auspicious and precious, and this moment happens owing to IVF infertility treatment.
Having a baby bump, carrying a baby, and experiencing motherhood are dreams for every woman out there. For males, there is nothing better than knowing that there will be someone in the future who will call you father and make you feel that you are blessed with the best. Now, the main question that arises in the minds of people and those who are sceptical is, what is the total cost of IVF treatment in India? Let us have a glance at this to have some clarity and comprehend things.
Cost of Non-donor IVF
Before going for IVF treatment, having clarity pertaining to the cost of the treatment is mandatory to avoid any further confusion. 1,50,000 to 2,00,000 is the average cost that you need to pay for IVF treatment in India. 90,000 to 1,50,000 is the fundamental cost, meaning the basic one. For additional things you need to pay more. Let us have a glance at that as well.
There is an assessment of fertility which costs around 5000 to 10,000, depending on various factors. This step is important to perform to know the root cause of infertility and to treat it.
Under this, medical history is checked, lifestyle is evaluated to know if there is any addiction to smoking, alcohol or other harmful substances. The ovaries and hormone levels are also tested.
Next is the analysis of semen, which is quite vital, and its cost ranges from 1500 to 3000 only.
Under this, the count of the semen, its motility and morphology, meaning shape, and everything
else are checked. Then are the medicines which are given through injections and all this is about 20,000 to 40,000. Further, there are monitoring appointments, but there are no such charges for this, as it is already included in the fundamental cost one.
| Category | Cost Range (INR) |
| Average Total IVF Cost | ₹1,50,000 – ₹2,00,000 |
| Fundamental IVF Cost | ₹90,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
| Fertility Assessment | ₹5,000 – ₹10,000 |
| Semen Analysis | ₹1,500 – ₹3,000 |
| Medication & Injections | ₹20,000 – ₹40,000 |
| Monitoring Appointments | Included in Fundamental Cost |
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection
One might need to pay an additional cost of about 1,50,000 to 2,50,000 for ICSI. Under this, one healthy sperm is selected to be injected by a practitioner into the egg. When the issue is related to male infertility, then opting for this method is the most feasible option. Once the fertilisation and embryonic development happen, the medical practitioner transfers it to the woman’s uterus for the purpose of pregnancy.
Preimplantation Genetic Testing
This testing is also done, and you are obliged to pay for it, 40,000 to 60,000 separately. This is done to avoid the chances of having a miscarriage and birth defects. Under this, the embryo is screened properly to know the genetic abnormalities, and these are resolved before any surgeon transfers the embryo to the uterus.
Cost related to embryo creation and transfer of fresh embryo
The average cost of embryo creation in India is between 90,000 and 4,00,000 per cycle. The usage of advanced technology and the case’s complexity affect the price as the cost of the basic one is between 90,000 and 2,50,000; however, the usage of advanced technology increases this cost to 4,00,000.
Egg retrieval: It is the act of collecting mature eggs from a woman’s ovaries. In the basic cost of embryo creation and transfer, egg retrieval is already included; therefore, there is no need to pay any additional cost for it.
Anaesthesia: When mature eggs are being collected from a woman’s ovaries, anaesthesia is used for the comfort of the patient. They do not experience any kind of discomfort owing to this. Although it is also included in the fundamental cost, you may still be asked to pay up to 50,000 for this.
Donor sperm: Many also go for donor sperm; in that case, you need to pay some amount, and the amount can vary from 20,000 to 1,00,000, depending on various factors. From a sperm bank, one can get this type of sperm.
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection: For having problems in the sperm quality and quantity, this is used, and the cost of the same can go up to 1,50,000 per cycle or 2,50,000 in case of embryo creation and transfer.
Mock embryo transfer: Doctors first try to know the best route to transfer an embryo, for that this practice is done. Preparation regarding the actual embryo transfer is done by this, and the cost can vary from 5000 to 10,000. This ensures efficient work in the actual process.
Fresh embryo transfer: This is the ultimate step of transferring the embryo into the uterus of a woman. You do not need to pay for it as it is already a part of the base cost of the treatment.
| Cost Component | Cost Range (INR) |
| Embryo Creation (Basic) | ₹90,000 – ₹2,50,000 |
| Embryo Creation (Advanced) | Up to ₹4,00,000 |
| Egg Retrieval | Included in Base Cost |
| Anaesthesia | Included / Up to ₹50,000 |
| Donor Sperm (if required) | ₹20,000 – ₹1,00,000 |
| ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) | Up to ₹1,50,000 per cycle ₹2,50,000 with embryo package |
| Mock Embryo Transfer | ₹5,000 – ₹10,000 |
| Fresh Embryo Transfer | Included in Base Cost |
Cost of transfer of frozen embryo
Collecting eggs from a woman’s ovaries, fertilising those in the lab, once the embryo is developed, freezing them and storing them to be used in the future. This is called a frozen embryo.
Embryo Cryopreservation: This involves freezing the eggs that can be used in the future. This can cost you about 50,000 to 1,40,000.
Embryo storage: Now, once the embryo is created and frozen, there is a need to store it as well, and this can range from 15,000 to 45,000.
Genetic testing: Genetic testing may be needed as well. The cost of these preimplantation genetic testing can vary from 25,000 to 60,000 again it depends on many factors. There are different types of PGT tests:
- PGT-A= 25,000 to 60,000
- PGT-M= 20,000 to 1,50,000
- PGT-SR= 25,000 to 1,50,000
- PGT-P= 25,000 to 1,50,000
Frozen embryo transfer: Now, the main step arises when the frozen embryo is transferred. In some clinics, the cost is included in the main fees; however, in other clinics, an additional charge can be added to your bill. The price can range from 30,000 to even 2,10,000.
Medication for frozen embryo transfer: To support pregnancy and for the preparation of the uterine lining, this is done. The cost for the same can be 15,000 to 75,000.
| Component | Cost Range (INR) |
| Embryo Cryopreservation | ₹50,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
| Embryo Storage | ₹15,000 – ₹45,000 |
| Genetic Testing (PGT) | ₹25,000 – ₹1,50,000 (varies) |
| Frozen Embryo Transfer Procedure | ₹30,000 – ₹2,10,000 |
| Medication for FET | ₹15,000 – ₹75,000 |
Cost of using donor eggs
Now, some clinics have also started using donor eggs, and the cost of it is as follows:
- The fees of Frozen donor egg base cycle: 1,00,000 to 1,50,000 or even more
- Fresh donor egg base cycle fees: 70,000 to 2,00,00 or even more than that.
Everyone wants to experience parenthood in this world and wants to have babies in their arms. If you are also dreaming about the same, then come to Dr. Sumita Sofat Hospital, where experts will help you to become parents and feel like you are blessed in your life. For providing the best IVF infertility treatment, we are here for you. The importance of becoming parents is paramount, and we understand that.
