Bone Marrow Transplant in India for International Patients
A second chance for blood cancers and blood disorders. Experienced transplant teams, HLA labs and isolation units in JCI and NABH accredited hospitals, with haploidentical (half-match) options and one coordinator for your whole journey.
Can international patients get a bone marrow transplant in India?
Yes. India’s leading JCI and NABH accredited hospitals have dedicated bone marrow (stem cell) transplant units with haematologists, paediatric transplant specialists, HLA labs and isolation rooms. They perform autologous, matched sibling, matched unrelated and haploidentical (half-matched) transplants for leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, aplastic anaemia, thalassemia, sickle cell disease and inherited immune disorders, at a fraction of Western costs. NajmCare, based in Gurugram (Delhi-NCR), reviews your reports free within 24 hours, then arranges the hospital, medical visa letter, donor and caregiver travel plan, accommodation and follow-up.
Choose the area closest to your need
Each section has full details on doctors, the transplant process, recovery time and indicative cost.
Blood Cancer Transplants
Leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma and MDS, with autologous and allogeneic transplant options. View details →
Thalassemia, Sickle Cell & Aplastic Anaemia
Curative transplant for inherited and acquired non-cancer blood disorders. View details →
Haploidentical & Paediatric Transplant
Half-matched family donors and child-focused transplant care. View details →
Why patients choose India for bone marrow transplant
A transplant is one of the most expensive treatments in many countries, and finding a donor can be the hardest step. India combines experienced transplant teams, half-matched donor expertise and lower costs, often a fraction of USA and UK prices.
Haploidentical expertise
Indian centres perform many half-matched family donor transplants, which opens transplant to patients without a matched sibling.
Transparent, lower cost
Typical transplant costs are a fraction of Western prices, with a written estimate before you travel.
Ready transplant units
Dedicated isolation rooms, blood bank, ICU and 24 hour transplant teams under one roof.
*Indicative savings and match chances; your own donor options depend on your family and tissue type.
Conditions treated with bone marrow transplant
Select a group to see conditions where a transplant may be considered. This is a guide only. Your haematologist decides if and when transplant is right for you.
Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML)
A fast-growing blood cancer. Allogeneic transplant is often used after chemotherapy to lower the chance of relapse.
Allogeneic transplantAcute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL)
Common in children and adults. Transplant is considered for high-risk or relapsed disease.
Allogeneic transplantChronic myeloid leukaemia (CML)
Most patients respond to targeted tablets. Transplant is an option if medicines stop working.
Allogeneic transplantMyelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)
The marrow makes faulty blood cells. Transplant is the only potential cure for many patients.
Allogeneic transplantMultiple myeloma
A cancer of plasma cells. Autologous transplant after induction treatment is a standard step for suitable patients.
Autologous transplantHodgkin lymphoma
Highly curable with first-line treatment. Autologous transplant is used if the disease returns.
Autologous transplantNon-Hodgkin lymphoma
Autologous or allogeneic transplant is considered for relapsed or aggressive types.
Autologous or allogeneicAplastic anaemia
The marrow stops making enough blood cells. Matched sibling transplant can be curative, especially in younger patients.
Allogeneic transplantThalassemia major
An inherited anaemia needing lifelong transfusions. Transplant can cure it, with best results when done early.
Allogeneic transplantSickle cell disease
Painful crises and organ damage. Transplant can remove the disease in selected patients.
Allogeneic transplantFanconi anaemia & marrow failure syndromes
Inherited marrow failure conditions needing specialised conditioning and a very experienced team.
Allogeneic transplantSevere immune deficiency (SCID and others)
Babies and children born without a working immune system. Early transplant is often life-saving.
Allogeneic transplantMyelofibrosis
Scarring of the marrow. Allogeneic transplant is the only curative option for suitable patients.
Allogeneic transplantSelected autoimmune diseases
Transplant is used in carefully chosen cases, such as certain forms of multiple sclerosis or scleroderma, within specialist protocols.
Autologous transplantTypes of bone marrow transplant and what they involve
Tap a type to see who it suits, how it works, the indicative cost in India and the typical total stay.
Costs and stays are indicative. Your final plan, donor type and price depend on your disease, tests and hospital. Cord blood transplant is also used in selected cases.
How donor matching works
A good match between donor and patient tissue markers (HLA) helps the new cells settle and lowers complications.
HLA typing
A blood or cheek swab test of the patient and family members identifies tissue markers. It is quick and painless.
Check family donors
Each full sibling has a 25 percent chance of a full match. Parents, children and some siblings may be half matches (haploidentical).
Search registries if needed
If no suitable family donor exists, the team searches international volunteer registries. This can take weeks to months.
Donor health check
The donor has a full health check and gives informed consent. Donation is voluntary and non-commercial.
Stem cell collection
Usually from blood after a few days of growth-factor injections, or from the hip bone under anaesthesia. Donors recover quickly.
Donor and caregiver visas
Related donors and caregivers travel on attendant visas. NajmCare guides the paperwork early so your timeline stays on track.
What happens before, during and after a transplant
Tap each stage to see what to expect. Timing varies by disease and transplant type.
Tests before a transplant
Most pre-transplant tests are done within one to two weeks, with results explained by your transplant specialist.
Understanding the risks and how teams reduce them
A transplant is a major treatment. Honest information helps you make a confident decision with your doctor.
Infection
The immune system is weak for months. Isolation rooms, preventive medicines and strict hygiene lower the risk.
Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD)
Donor cells may attack the patient’s skin, gut or liver. Medicines are used to prevent it and treat it early.
Graft failure
Sometimes the new cells do not grow as expected. Close monitoring allows quick action, including a second infusion.
Organ side effects
High-dose treatment can affect the heart, lungs, liver and kidneys. Tests before and during treatment guide safer dosing.
Relapse of the disease
The original disease can return. Regular tests and maintenance treatment help the team act early.
Fertility effects
Treatment can affect fertility. Discuss options such as egg, sperm or tissue freezing before you start.
Risks depend on your disease, age, donor match and overall health. Your transplant team explains your personal risks before you decide.
Planning a long stay in India for transplant
A transplant means weeks to months close to your hospital, so early planning makes the journey smoother.
- Plan for a caregiver to stay with the patient throughout. We guide attendant visa documents for caregivers and related donors.
- Your visa must cover the whole stay, including recovery after discharge. We plan extensions early so there is no last minute stress.
- Stay in accommodation close to the hospital, so you can reach the emergency team quickly.
- Follow food safety rules: freshly cooked food, sealed bottled water, washed or peeled fruit and no street food during recovery.
- Carry all previous reports, biopsy slides or blocks if available, and a medicine list with generic names.
- Keep an emergency number handy. Fever after transplant needs a call to the hospital straight away.
- Arrange medical and travel insurance, and tell us about food needs, language and mobility so we can plan pick-up, an interpreter and a comfortable stay.
From first message to follow-up, step by step
One dedicated coordinator guides every step, so you can focus on recovery.
Send your reports
Share diagnosis, blood tests, biopsy and treatment history by WhatsApp or email.
Specialist’s opinion
Within 24 hours: a likely plan, donor options, time in India and estimated cost.
Visa letters & flights
Hospital invitation letters for patient, donor and caregiver. See our Medical Visa Guide.
Arrival & transplant
Airport pick-up, interpreter, admission, tests and transplant.
Recovery & follow-up
Stay support, outpatient reviews, a written plan for your doctor at home and video follow-up.
What does bone marrow transplant cost in India?
Indicative hospital costs in US dollars, compared with typical Western prices of US$150,000 to over US$400,000. Final prices depend on the hospital, disease and complications.
Estimates for comparison only. Complications, ICU stay, extended hospital stay, specialised medicines and outpatient care can raise the final bill. Ask for a written plan and quote before you travel.
Questions patients ask about bone marrow transplant in India
Clear answers for international patients and families.
Can international patients get a bone marrow transplant in India?
Yes. Leading JCI and NABH accredited hospitals in India have dedicated transplant units with haematologists, paediatric transplant specialists, HLA labs, isolation rooms and intensive care. They perform autologous, matched sibling, matched unrelated and haploidentical (half-matched) transplants for adults and children. NajmCare reviews your reports free within 24 hours, then arranges the hospital, medical visa letter, donor and caregiver travel plan, accommodation and follow-up.
How much does a bone marrow transplant cost in India?
Indicative hospital costs are about US$15,000 to 28,000 for an autologous transplant, US$25,000 to 40,000 for a matched sibling transplant, US$30,000 to 50,000 for a haploidentical transplant and US$45,000 to 70,000 or more for a matched unrelated donor transplant. The final bill depends on your disease, complications, hospital stay and medicines, and NajmCare gives you a written estimate before you travel.
What is a haploidentical (half-matched) transplant and is it available in India?
In a haploidentical transplant the donor is a half-matched family member such as a parent, child or sibling. Because nearly every patient has such a donor, it opens transplant to people with no fully matched sibling. Several Indian transplant centres have extensive experience with this approach.
How long do I need to stay in India for a bone marrow transplant?
An autologous transplant usually needs about 4 to 6 weeks. An allogeneic transplant (using donor cells) typically needs about 3 to 4 months, including 3 to 5 weeks in hospital and then regular outpatient reviews near the hospital. Some patients need longer if complications occur. Your transplant team confirms when it is safe to fly home.
Who can be a stem cell donor and does the donor need to travel?
Donors may be matched siblings, half-matched relatives or unrelated registry donors. Related donors usually travel with the patient for tests and collection, which takes a few days. Donation is voluntary and non-commercial, and NajmCare never arranges paid donors.
How do I find out if a sibling is a match?
A simple blood or cheek swab test called HLA typing compares tissue markers. Each full sibling has about a 25 percent chance of being a full match. If there is no match, the team considers a haploidentical family donor or a search of international donor registries.
What diseases are treated with a bone marrow transplant?
Common reasons include leukaemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndrome, aplastic anaemia, thalassemia major, sickle cell disease and some inherited immune disorders. Your haematologist decides if and when a transplant is the right option.
What are the main risks of a bone marrow transplant?
Risks include infection, graft-versus-host disease (when donor cells attack the body), graft failure, organ side effects, bleeding and relapse of the original disease. Risk depends on your age, disease, donor match and overall health. Your team will explain your personal risks and the safety steps before you decide.
Can a child have a bone marrow transplant in India?
Yes. Paediatric transplant teams treat children with leukaemia, thalassemia, sickle cell disease, aplastic anaemia and inherited immune disorders, with child-friendly isolation rooms and a parent staying alongside. For some conditions, earlier transplant gives better results, so a timely opinion matters.
What are the early warning signs that I should see a haematologist?
Unexplained bruising or bleeding, constant tiredness or paleness, frequent infections, fever that returns, night sweats, swollen glands, bone pain or unexplained weight loss need prompt medical assessment. These signs have many causes, so they do not always mean a blood disease.
Can I send my reports before travelling?
Yes. Send your diagnosis, blood reports, bone marrow biopsy, scans and treatment history to NajmCare. A transplant specialist reviews them within 24 hours, free and without obligation, and suggests whether travel is useful.
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General information only, not medical advice. Costs and timelines are estimates and may change. Results vary. NajmCare is a medical tourism facilitator. Content reviewed October 2026.