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How Much Does Kidney transplant Cost in India in AUD?

A kidney transplant in India typically costs from AUD $18,858 to AUD $21,469. Prices fluctuate based on the surgical technique, the hospital's private or corporate tier, and the city. In Australia, the average cost for this procedure is AUD $155,941, meaning patients can save approximately 87% by travelling to India. These figures generally include the surgery, donor evaluation, and hospital stay.

  • Robotic-assisted transplant: typically adds 20–30% to the cost compared to traditional open surgery.
  • Private hospital stay: provides faster access and premium amenities for a higher base price.
  • City variations: Delhi/NCR and Mumbai often cost 10–20% more than Chennai or Hyderabad.
  • Post-operative care: initial induction therapy is usually included, but lifelong immunosuppressant medication is extra.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a larger clinic provides significant value through sheer surgical volume. Global Hospital Chennai, for instance, performs about 18,000 operations annually. Many Indian specialists have incredible credentials, such as Dr. Kirpal Singh Chugh, who has performed over 6,000 kidney transplants. Major hubs like Delhi and Bengaluru house JCI-accredited facilities that offer robotic surgery and 3D printing technologies.

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Kidney transplantfrom AUD $18,858from AUD $50,771from AUD $26,111
Data verified by Bookimed as of July 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 67 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

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Best Kidney transplant Clinics in India for Australians: 27 Verified Options and AUD Prices

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Surgery Time - 4 hours
Stay in the country - 14 days
Rehabilitation - 30 days
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Sonal Asthana

29 years of experience

Dr. Sonal Asthana is a senior transplant surgeon at Aster CMI Hospital in Bengaluru. He specializes in liver and kidney transplants and complex hepatobiliary surgeries. Dr. Asthana completed a clinical fellowship with the American Society of Transplant Surgeons. He is one of the few specialists treating diabetes through islet cell transplantation.

  • Performs surgical treatments for diseases of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.
  • Accredited by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons in Canada.
  • Authored over 40 scientific papers published in international medical journals.
  • Practices at Aster CMI Hospital, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.
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Panchangam Vidyashankar

The doctor specializes in nephrology and organ transplant surgery, providing expert care in the management of kidney-related conditions and performing complex transplant procedures. With extensive experience in the field, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in organ transplantation techniques and patient care protocols.

Currently serving as the chief physician of the Organ Transplant Department, the doctor oversees a team dedicated to improving transplant outcomes and advancing research in nephrology and transplant medicine.

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Sunil Prakash

31 years of experience

Dr. Sunil Prakash heads the Nephrology and Transplantation department at BLK Super Speciality Hospital. He specializes in kidney transplant surgery and complex renal care. Dr. Prakash is a Fellow of the Indian College of Physicians. He focuses on dialysis and organ transplantation in Delhi.

  • Two-time winner of the Best Doctor award for medical results.
  • Received multiple grants and scholarships from the International Society of Nephrology.
  • Member of the European Society of Dialysis and Transplantation and Asian Society of Transplantation.
  • Works at JCI-accredited BLK Hospital, ranked among the top 10 multi-specialty centers in Delhi.
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V. Chandrasekar

The doctor is a highly experienced transplantologist with a focus on innovative surgical techniques and patient-centered care. With over 15 years of experience in the field, the doctor has contributed to numerous successful organ transplants, improving patient outcomes significantly. The doctor holds board certifications in general surgery and transplant surgery, and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals. The doctor is actively involved in clinical research and has presented findings at international medical conferences.

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Desiree • Kidney transplant
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19 Mar 2019
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All is well thus far, I have completed most tests and awaiting the final report to see if surgery is possible
All is well thus far, i have completed most tests and awaiting the final report to see if surgery is possible.

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Updated: 19/03/2019
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