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Altruistic surrogacy in India is a closely regulated legal process that offers parenthood to couples who cannot carry a pregnancy. SheIVF lists 1 verified surrogacy specialists in Mumbai who provide guidance and medical care for surrogacy under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021.
Altruistic surrogacy is a legal arrangement in which a woman — the surrogate — carries a pregnancy for another couple or individual. Under India's Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, only altruistic surrogacy is permitted — commercial surrogacy is prohibited. The surrogate must be a close relative of the intended parents (married couple), must have had at least one child of her own, and must not receive financial compensation beyond medical expenses and insurance. The child born through surrogacy is legally the child of the intended parents.
Altruistic surrogacy is legally available in India for married couples where the woman has a medical condition that prevents her from carrying a pregnancy safely — such as absent or dysfunctional uterus, recurrent miscarriage, serious health conditions, or hysterectomy. Eligibility criteria under the Surrogacy Act are specific and must be confirmed by a medical board. Consult a specialist in Mumbai who is familiar with the current legal requirements.
The surrogacy process in Mumbai begins with legal eligibility confirmation and obtaining a certificate of essentiality from the appropriate medical authority. The surrogate undergoes medical and psychological screening. The intended mother's embryos are created through IVF and transferred into the surrogate's uterus. The surrogate carries the pregnancy and delivers the child. Legal processes to establish parentage are completed after birth.
Surrogacy success rates depend on the quality of embryos transferred and the surrogate's uterine health. IVF success rates apply to embryo creation — 40 to 60 percent per transfer for women under 35. Surrogate selection by the clinical team in Mumbai includes assessment of uterine health to optimise implantation chances.
Surrogacy involves significant legal and medical costs — IVF for embryo creation, surrogate medical care, insurance, and legal fees. Costs in Mumbai vary considerably. Indicative consultation fees for surrogacy specialists in Mumbai are listed on SheIVF. A full cost breakdown and legal consultation should be the starting point.
Choose a surrogacy specialist in Mumbai with specific experience navigating both the medical and legal aspects of the Surrogacy Act. The doctor should be familiar with the certificate of essentiality process and work with a legal team experienced in surrogacy law. Patient reviews on SheIVF can help identify experienced specialists.
Surrogacy is a legally, medically, and emotionally complex process. Ensure all legal requirements under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021 are met before proceeding. Both the intended parents and surrogate should receive independent psychological counselling. Commercial surrogacy is illegal in India — any arrangement must comply fully with the law.
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Only altruistic surrogacy is legal in India under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021. Commercial surrogacy is prohibited. The surrogate must be a close relative of the intended parents and must meet specific eligibility criteria under the Act.
Married couples where the woman has a medical condition preventing pregnancy are eligible. Eligibility must be certified by a State or National Surrogacy Board. Consult a specialist in Mumbai to confirm your eligibility under current law.
The surrogate must be a close relative of the intended couple, aged 25 to 35 years, married with at least one child of her own, and medically and psychologically fit. She cannot be a surrogate more than once.
The surrogacy process including legal certification, medical preparation, IVF, pregnancy, and birth typically takes 18 to 24 months. Legal processes may vary by state. Consult a specialist in Mumbai for a realistic timeline.
SheIVF lists 1 verified surrogacy specialists in Mumbai. Compare by experience and fee to find the right specialist for your surrogacy journey.