Cancer Treatment in India

World-class cancer treatment at a fraction of the cost. Delhi's top hospitals have treated thousands of African patients successfully.

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Cost Comparison

What Does Cancer Treatment Cost?

See how India compares to private hospitals in Nigeria, the UK, and the US.

Location Average Cost (USD)
Nigeria (private hospital) $10,000 – $30,000
United Kingdom (private) $30,000 – $80,000
United States $50,000 – $150,000+
India (Delhi — top hospital) $8,000 – $40,000

Chemotherapy: from $500/cycle. Full treatment packages vary greatly by cancer type and stage.

Why India

Why Choose India for Cancer Treatment?

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Dedicated Cancer Centres

RGCI is one of South Asia's largest dedicated cancer hospitals. Oncologists hold international training and specialise across all major cancer types.

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All Major Cancer Types

Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, bone marrow transplant, and robotic tumour surgery — all under one roof.

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Significant Cost Savings

Chemo cycles from $500. Full treatment packages cost 60–80% less than equivalent care in the US or UK.

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Comparable Outcomes

India's cancer treatment outcomes for early and mid-stage cancers are comparable to those achieved at Western hospitals.

Recommended Hospitals

Delhi's Top Cancer Hospitals

Indiahealz works with accredited hospitals that have dedicated international patient desks.

Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute (RGCI) — Delhi hospital for international patients
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Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute (RGCI)

Delhi

NABH Mid-Range
  • All cancer types — solid & haematological
  • PET-CT scanning & precision radiotherapy
  • Specialist bone marrow transplant unit
  • South Asia's largest dedicated cancer centre
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BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital — Delhi hospital for international patients
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BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital

Delhi

NABH JCI Mid-Range
  • Specialist haematology & oncology unit
  • Bone marrow transplant expertise
  • Leukaemia, lymphoma & blood cancers
  • Immunotherapy & targeted therapies
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Apollo Hospitals, Sarita Vihar — Delhi hospital for international patients
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Apollo Hospitals, Sarita Vihar

Delhi

NABH JCI Premium
  • Robotic cancer surgery & CyberKnife
  • Immunotherapy & precision medicine
  • Dedicated international patient services
  • Globally recognised oncology brand
Has dedicated Africa patient desk
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Patient Journey

Your Step-by-Step Journey

From your first enquiry to completing your cancer treatment in Delhi.

1

Week 1

Reports and scans reviewed by Indiahealz. Oncology hospital shortlisted based on cancer type and stage.

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Week 2

Oncologist consultation — staging confirmed and full treatment plan designed for your case.

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Weeks 3–4

Visa application and travel preparation. We provide the hospital invitation letter for your medical visa.

4

Arrival

Check-in to hotel near the hospital. Initial tests and final staging workup conducted at the hospital.

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Treatment Weeks

Chemotherapy cycles, radiation sessions, or surgery as planned. Treatment schedule followed under close oncologist supervision.

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Recovery

Duration depends on treatment type — surgery patients typically stay 1–3 weeks in Delhi; chemotherapy patients may return for multiple cycles.

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Follow-Up

Remote monitoring where possible. Return visits arranged for subsequent treatment cycles. Reports provided for your home oncologist.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

All major types — breast, lung, colon, prostate, cervical, liver, blood cancers (leukaemia, lymphoma), brain tumours, bone cancers, and many rarer types. RGCI and BLK have dedicated bone marrow transplant units.

Chemotherapy usually involves multiple cycles spaced 3–4 weeks apart. Some patients choose to stay in Delhi for the full course; others return for each cycle. We help you plan both approaches based on your situation.

Delhi hospitals treat all stages, including advanced cases. The treatment goal may shift from curative to palliative for very advanced cancers, but you will receive the same quality of care. Send us your reports and we will advise.

Yes. Many patients send scans and reports for a remote review before travelling. The hospital can provide a written opinion with treatment recommendations, which can help you make an informed decision.

Autologous (using your own cells) transplants cost approximately $15,000–$25,000. Allogeneic (donor) transplants are $25,000–$50,000. This compares to $150,000–$300,000+ for the same procedures in the US.

India offers equivalent or superior oncology expertise at similar or lower costs. RGCI and BLK are among South Asia's top cancer centres. Indian oncologists frequently train in the US and UK, bringing international standards to Delhi hospitals.

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