Indian BMI Calculator

The Indian BMI Calculator uses the same BMI formula as the standard calculator, but applies Asian Indian category cutoffs. South Asians often carry more body fat and face higher metabolic risk at a lower BMI than populations used for classic WHO adult cutoffs.

Formula

BMI = weight (kg) ÷ [height (m)]²

Height and weight may be entered in metric or US units. Values are converted before the formula is applied.

Indian / Asian Indian categories

Based on consensus guidance for Asian Indians (including the 2009 Indian consensus statement on obesity):

How this differs from WHO adult cutoffs

Notes

• Use the standard BMI calculator if you want WHO adult categories.
• Waist circumference also matters for Asian Indians (often ≥90 cm in men and ≥80 cm in women for abdominal obesity).
• BMI is a screening tool. It does not diagnose diabetes, metabolic syndrome, or body fat percentage.
• Discuss results with your healthcare provider, especially if you have diabetes or other cardiometabolic risk factors.

1. Enter height and choose cm or in.
2. Enter weight and choose kg or lbs.
3. Tap Calculate to see your BMI, Indian category, and a suggested weight range for BMI 18.5-22.9.

Results update as you change values. Compare with the standard BMI tool if you need WHO adult labels.