BMI Calculator India
Body Mass Index · Asian Cutoffs · 4 Ideal Weight Formulas · Health Score · Smart Plan
<18.5Normal
18.5–22.9Overweight
23–27.4Obese I
27.5–32.4Obese II
≥32.5
🎯 Ideal Weight — 4 Formulas
Height: 170 cm🔬 Body Composition Analysis
📅 Weight Change Timeline
How to Use BMI Calculator India
Enter your weight, height, age, and gender. Select Asian / India cutoffs for accurate results for Indians. Get your BMI score, health category, ideal weight from 4 formulas, lean body mass, and a personalised weight plan with timeline — instantly.
How BMI Calculator Works — Formula
BMI Formula: BMI = Weight (kg) ÷ [Height (m)]²
Example: 70 kg ÷ (1.70)² = 24.2 BMI — Normal weight. For Indians, WHO recommends Asian cutoffs: BMI ≥ 23 is overweight and BMI ≥ 27.5 is obese.
BMI Calculator India — What You Need to Know
The standard WHO BMI scale was developed for Caucasian populations. Research shows Indians develop metabolic diseases at lower BMI levels. The ICMR recommends BMI 18.5–22.9 as normal for Indians. At BMI 23+, Indians face elevated risk of Type 2 Diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a normal BMI for Indians?
For Indians and South Asians, BMI 18.5 to 22.9 is normal. BMI 23+ indicates overweight risk for Indians — lower than the WHO global cutoff of 25. Indians have higher body fat % at the same BMI compared to Caucasians.
How to calculate BMI?
BMI Formula: Weight (kg) ÷ [Height in meters]². Example: 70 kg ÷ (1.75 × 1.75) = 22.9 BMI. Use our free calculator above — enter weight, height, age, and gender for instant accurate results.
Is BMI accurate for Indians?
Standard BMI is less accurate for South Asians. Indians carry higher body fat and abdominal fat at lower BMI values. Our calculator includes Asian cutoffs recommended by WHO. Body fat percentage and waist circumference provide more complete health pictures.
What BMI is overweight in India?
Using Asian cutoffs: BMI 23.0–27.4 is overweight. BMI 27.5+ is obese. These are lower than global WHO cutoffs (25 overweight, 30 obese) because South Asians face higher health risks at lower BMI.
What is the Devine formula for ideal weight?
Devine formula: Men = 50 + 2.3 kg per inch above 5 feet. Women = 45.5 + 2.3 kg per inch above 5 feet. Our calculator shows all 4 major formulas — Devine, Robinson, Miller, and Hamwi — plus their average for the best estimate.
How many calories to lose weight?
To lose 0.5 kg/week (safe rate), create a 500 calorie daily deficit. Our calculator computes your TDEE and subtracts the appropriate calories based on your selected weight loss rate (0.25–1.0 kg/week).
How often should I check my BMI?
Monthly when actively working towards a weight goal. Every 3 months for maintenance. Always track trends over time — not single measurements. Pair BMI with waist circumference for more complete health monitoring.
Does BMI differ for men and women?
The BMI formula is identical for both. However, healthy body fat % differs — women naturally carry 8–10% more body fat than men at the same BMI. Our calculator uses gender-specific formulas for body fat estimation and ideal weight.