The surrogacy process involves selecting a healthy, eligible surrogate, creating embryos through IVF, and transferring them to the surrogate’s uterus. She carries the pregnancy while receiving complete medical care until delivery, after which the baby is legally handed over to the intended parents. At Vinsfertility, we ensure the process is safe, transparent, and emotionally supportive from start to finish. Learn more here Vinsfertility.
The surrogacy process in India is regulated under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, which permits only altruistic surrogacy for Indian married couples who are medically proven to be infertile. The couple must first obtain a Certificate of Essentiality and Eligibility from the appropriate authority, after which they can proceed with choosing a surrogate mother—who must be a close relative, aged 25–35, married, and with at least one biological child. The surrogate can only be a surrogate once in her lifetime. Once a legal agreement is signed between the parties, the IVF procedure is carried out, and the surrogate carries the child to term. After birth, the baby is legally handed over to the intended parents, and the birth certificate is issued in their name.
The surrogacy journey is a profound path to parenthood when carrying a pregnancy is medically unviable. At Indira IVF Aurangabad, we guide couples through each phase compassionately. Understanding the complete surrogacy process begins with thorough medical screening and legal compliance under Indian regulations. First, intended parents undergo ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval to create embryos via IVF treatment. Concurrently, an eligible gestational surrogate undergoes rigorous physical and psychological evaluation, aligned with WHO guidance on reproductive health. Once cleared, a healthy embryo is transferred into the surrogate’s uterus, followed by regular prenatal care until birth. Because every fertility journey presents unique clinical nuances and legal requirements, we strongly advise consulting a qualified specialist to discuss your personalized options.
Navigating surrogacy requires emotional resilience, legal clarity, and precise medical care. As a fertility specialist, I, Dr. Rachita Munjal, emphasize that the surrogacy process in India is strictly regulated to safeguard all parties involved. The journey starts with establishing medical necessity, followed by genetic parent evaluation and surrogate screening. Embryos are created in the laboratory through advanced assisted reproduction, adhering to clinical standards recognized by ACOG. Following full legal clearance, an embryo transfer is performed. The surrogate receives structured antenatal care throughout the pregnancy until safe delivery. Since success depends on individual health parameters, no outcome can be guaranteed; I recommend scheduling a comprehensive clinical consultation to evaluate your specific medical history and options.
At Dr. Ritu J. Nanda Gynae & Fertility Centre, we understand that turning to surrogacy is a deeply personal step. The standard surrogacy process begins with detailed consultations to address underlying causes of severe infertility. Once altruistic surrogacy eligibility and legal permissions are established under Indian law, the intended mother undergoes hormonal stimulation for egg retrieval. The resulting embryos are developed in our lab and carefully transferred to the surrogate's prepared uterine lining. Our medical team monitors the surrogate throughout gestation to ensure maternal and fetal well-being. Because clinical factors vary significantly for every couple, we encourage consulting a doctor directly for a tailored diagnostic evaluation and realistic roadmap.
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08 August 2025