About This Converter
Calculate BMI as per Indian health standards. Indian BMI cutoffs differ from international standards for overweight and obesity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the normal BMI range for Indians?
For Indians, normal BMI is 18.5 to 22.9. Overweight starts at 23, unlike 25 for Western populations.
Why is the Indian BMI cutoff different?
Indians have higher body fat percentage at lower BMI due to body composition differences. ICMR recommends lower cutoffs for India.
How to calculate BMI?
BMI = Weight (kg) ÷ Height² (meters). For example, 70kg and 1.7m height: BMI = 70 ÷ (1.7 × 1.7) = 24.2.