Cancer Treatment Cost in India
Last updated: April 14, 2026
Affordable Cancer Care and Advanced Technology in India
India is one of the most affordable places for cancer treatment in the world. Cancer treatment cost in India is less than a sixth of what it costs to get the same quality of treatment in Western countries like the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or any other developed country.
Best cancer hospitals in India have the most advanced technology available at the best cancer centers in the world- Novalis Tx, RapidArc Radiation, Proton Beam Therapy, Cyberknife, Stereotactic Radiotherapy, IGRT, IMRT, Linear Accelerator, Precision medicine, Immunotherapy are a few of the technology and treatment available at these hospitals.
The cost of cancer treatment without insurance in developed countries like the United States is extremely high, which prompts people to travel to countries like India for their cancer treatment. People in the US who are covered by insurance, but find the co-pay very high, also choose to travel to India for their treatment.
Take a Quick look at Cancer Treatment Costs in India
| Procedure | Cost ($) |
|---|---|
| Cancer Evaluation Package (OPD) | $500 – $1,500 |
| Breast Cancer Treatment | $3,000 – $8,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Treatment | $4,000 – $9,000 |
| Bladder Cancer Treatment | $3,000 – $8,000 |
| Cervical Cancer Treatment | $3,000 – $8,000 |
| Radical Prostatectomy | $4,500 – $6,000 |
| Brain Tumor Surgery | $7,000 – $8,000 |
| Bone Marrow Transplant | $14,000 – $20,000 |
| Cyberknife Radiotherapy | $6,000 – $9,000 |
The cost quoted above is indicative and should not be taken as the final cost of the surgery. The final cost can be ascertained after the surgeon has evaluated the patient. The final cost shall be applicable in Indian Rupees.
With end to end services for your hassle-free Cancer Treatment in India, MediTraWell has made the entire process of seeking medical tourism in India easy and hassle free for you besides making it affordable.
Factors that affect Cancer Treatment Cost in India
- Oncologist’s FeesAn important expense when it comes to your cancer treatment is going to be your oncologist’s fees. MediTraWell recommends highly experienced, skilled, board-certified doctors who can deliver successful surgeries. Although the cost may vary depending on the experience of the surgeon, you can be assured that you are in safe and skilled hands when you choose cancer treatment in India with MediTraWell.
- Type of Treatment RequiredMany times, the best option might include more than one type of treatment. Surgery alone or with other treatments is used to treat most cancers. The cost associated with each type of treatment is different. MediTraWell recommends you understand the options by getting your details evaluated by our expert doctors.
- Number of Chemotherapy and Radiation CyclesThe overall cancer treatment cost depends on the number of chemotherapy or radiation therapy cycles that a patient must undergo. In some patients, the doctors might advise giving more than a couple of cycles of chemotherapy or radiation therapy to kill the cancerous cells.
- Surgical FacilityHaving your treatment for cancer in an accredited surgical facility by skilled and qualified medical staff is a critical factor. Moreover, the geographical location of this facility in India also affects the treatment cost. But, MediTraWell provides you with a projected estimate that will be all-inclusive and affordable.
- Pre and Post Treatment ExpensesThe pre-surgical/treatment expenses are associated with the stage of the cancer and medical condition of the patient and thus the number and type of investigations and treatment required. Post-treatment expenses may include prescription medications and follow-up consultations.
We at MediTraWell, understand that you travel with a budget in mind and do not like to be greeted by surprises after arrival in India. We thus club all these expenses and give you a package cost that is inclusive and affordable at the same time.
Your case manager shall give you an estimated cost of your surgery after discussing your medical reports with the surgeon. The final cost, however, shall be confirmed after your consultation with the surgeon.
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Cancer Treatments We Offer
Here is a compilation of the cancer treatment options we provide in India.
- Leukemia
- Multiple Myeloma
- Aplastic Anemia
- Osteosarcoma
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Eye Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Cervical Cancer
- Penile Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer
- Skin Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Thyroid Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Blood Cancer
Best Oncologists in India
Dr. Meenu Walia
Medical Oncologist
MBBS, MD, DNB
Delhi
About Doctor: Dr. Meenu Walia has an experience of more than 27 years in the field of Medical Oncology and Hematology. She is the keen Clinical researcher and principal investigator for several randomized multi-centric international clinical research trials.
She is highly skilled in treating Abdominal Solid Organ Cancers, Gastro-Intestinal Cancers, and Leukemia/Lymphoma. She is a Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncologists and the European Society for Medical Oncology, among other important organizations (ESMO). Clinical research is a specific focus of hers. She has served as the Principal Investigator for a number of randomized multicenter international clinical trials.
She is a Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncologists and the European Society for Medical Oncology, among other important organizations (ESMO). Clinical research is a specific focus of hers. She has served as the Principal Investigator for a number of randomized multicenter international clinical trials.
Dr. Walia is the first DNB Medical Oncologist in the country and has been honored with various awards during her tenure. India Today Group has honored her with the certificate for excellence in recognition of the exemplary work and dedication in the field of healthcare. She was also awarded the “Bharat Jyoti Award” and certificate for excellence by Dr. Bhishma Narain Singh- The former Governor of Tamil Nadu and Assam for her meritorious services, outstanding performance, and remarkable role in healthcare.
Dr. Bhawna Sirohi
Medical Oncologist
MBBS, DCH, FRCP,
Chennai
Dr. Bhawna Sirohi is a renowned Medical Oncologist in India with more than 25 years of experience in the field of Oncology. She is a well-known senior consultant who specializes in treating Breast cancers and Gastrointestinal cancers all over the world.
Dr. Bhawna has collaborated with some of the world’s best oncology centers and oncologists. She is presently working with Apollo Proton Cancer Center as the Lead – Medical Oncologist. Dr. Sirohi is also an honorary consultant at London’s Queen Mary’s University and has over 100 publications published in national and international journals.
She is the President of Royal Society of Medicine’s and the Chairman of the ICMR Task Force for Cancer Guidelines on Colorectal Cancer, NET, HCC, Pancreatic cancer, and Esophageal cancer, and an advisor to the NCI-AIIMS committee.
Dr. Prof Suresh H Advani
Medical Oncologist
MBBS, MD, FICP, MNAMS, FNAMS, Fellowships
Mumbai
Prof. Dr. Suresh Advani, is one of the most renowned and acclaimed medical oncologists in India. Dr. Advani has 43 years of expertise as a physician, pediatric-oncologist, and hemato-oncologist.
He is credited with being the first to perform hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in India. The wheelchair-bound doctor was diagnosed with poliomyelitis when he was eight years old and went on to study at Grant Medical College in Mumbai (where he earned his MBBS and MD Medicine degrees), after which he served as a medical oncologist at Tata Memorial Centre for several years.
He is credited with being the first to perform hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in India.
He went on to receive a Fellowship in the field of bone marrow transplantation from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, Washington where he worked with Dr. E Donnall Thomas, renowned as the “Father of BMT” and winner of the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1990. He also received the Fellowship of Yamagiwa-Yoshida Memorial International Cancer Study Grant of the International Union Against Cancer in 1986.
Dr. Advani is credited with becoming the first oncologist in India to perform a successful bone marrow transplant, and establishing the first bone marrow transplantation setup in India. He also took part in clinical trials for lymphoblastic leukemia patients. The trials, which involved 1,200 patients, managed to increase therapy success rates from 20% to 70%.
Dr. Advani is credited with becoming the first oncologist in India to perform a successful bone marrow transplant, and establishing the first bone marrow transplantation setup in India.
Best Cancer Hospitals in India
These are our top cancer hospitals in India, ensuring you receive the healthcare you deserve.
Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre
Location: New Delhi
Speciality: Multi-Superspeciality
Accreditation: Accreditation : National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH), National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL)
No. of Beds: Beds : 302
The Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre was established in 1996 and is one of Asia’s leading cancer treatment institutes. It has continuously been named among India’s Best Oncology Hospitals (Week – Nielsen Survey 2014, 2015, 2016) and has received numerous honors, including Best Oncology Hospital in India (2014), Healthcare Leader Award (2014), and India’s Most Trusted Cancer Hospital (2014), (2016).
MIOT Hospital, Chennai
Location: Chennai
Speciality: Multi-Superspeciality
Accreditation: Accreditation : NABH, NABL
No. of Beds: Beds : 1000
MIOT, Madras Institute of Orthopedics and Traumatology was started by renowned Prof Dr. P. V. A. Mohandas in 1999 as a 70 bedded hospital, which has grown to a quaternary super-specialty 1000 bedded hospital in a span of fewer than two decades. MIOT offers more than 63 specialties and has one of the best imaging departments and state-of-the-art laboratories, which is ranked 8th in the whole world. With 21 state-of-the-art operation theaters equipped with the most sophisticated instruments, MIOT surgeons have been able to perform the most complex procedures with great success.
Start your Medical Tour with MediTraWell
We encourage you to educate yourself about the cancer treatment possibilities, and benefits of the right kind of cancer treatment and then make an informed decision.
Medi Trawell thus invites you for a free consultation with expert oncologists in India and assures you hassle hassle-free arrangements for examinations, cancer treatment, recovery, travel, and stay. You can be assured that with Medi Trawell expertise, we will bring in hassle-free planning and treatment, which we have been doing for more than a decade now.
An individually allocated case manager takes a personalized interest in designing a tailor-made treatment plan for every guest and will inform you about the duration and cancer treatment cost in India.