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BMI Calculator

Official Standards for Indian Phenotype (Age 20+).

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10 18.5 23 25 40
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Official Indian Medical Guidelines apply stricter cutoffs for Obesity (BMI > 25).

Reference Data

Category India 🇮🇳 Global 🌎
Underweight< 18.5< 18.5
Normal18.5 - 22.918.5 - 24.9
Overweight23.0 - 24.925.0 - 29.9
Obese≥ 25.0≥ 30.0

Official Health References

The calculations on this website are based on the consensus guidelines developed for the Asian Indian population. Indians have a unique body composition ("Thin-Fat Phenotype") which necessitates lower BMI cut-offs.

For more information, please visit these official government portals:

Did you know?

According to the ICMR-INDIAB study, abdominal obesity is one of the major risk factors for Type 2 Diabetes in India. Checking your Waist Circumference along with BMI gives a better picture of health.

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AGES 2 - 19 YEARS

Child Growth Calculator

WHO Growth Standards (Percentiles).

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Children's BMI is compared against healthy averages for their exact age.

BMR Calculator

Body Fat %

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Ideal Body Weight

Health Insights

Research

The "Thin-Fat" Indian

Why do Indians get diabetes at lower weights? It comes down to visceral fat storage.

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Pediatrics

Is my child growing right?

Understanding Percentile Growth Charts and why adult BMI doesn't work for kids.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Indian bodies have higher body fat percentage at lower weights. The ICMR consensus lowered the obesity threshold to BMI 25 to catch risks early.
Calculate your BMR first. Create a calorie deficit of 300-500 kcal per day. Combine this with protein-rich Indian foods (Dal, Paneer, Chicken) and 30 mins of daily walking.
No. Kids need "Growth Charts" (Percentiles) based on Age and Gender. Use our Child Growth Calculator for accurate results.

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