Ideal Weight Calculator for Indians
Find your ideal body weight range using four validated clinical formulas — plus the Indian BMI-based healthy range (18–22.9) which reflects South Asian metabolic realities.
Indian BMI Healthy Range
Healthy weight range for your height
52 – 66.2 kg
Based on Indian BMI cut-offs: healthy 18–22.9 (ICMR/AIIMS guidelines)
Your current status
26 BMI · Obese Class I
You are approximately 9.1 kg above the averaged ideal weight of 65.9 kg.
Ideal Weight by Formula
Note: These formulas were originally developed for drug-dosing purposes and assume average body frames. For Indians, the BMI-based healthy range (18–22.9) is generally a better reference than any single ideal-weight formula.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ideal weight for an Indian?+
For Indians, the healthy BMI range is 18–22.9 — stricter than the global 18.5–24.9 range. An Indian adult 170 cm tall would ideally weigh between 52 kg and 66 kg to stay in the healthy range.
Which ideal weight formula is most accurate?+
No single formula is universally accurate. Devine, Robinson, Miller, and Hamwi formulas all produce slightly different results. For practical use, the BMI-based healthy range (BMI 18–22.9 for Indians) is often more relevant than any historical clinical formula.
Why are Indian ideal weights lower than global averages?+
South Asians carry more visceral fat at lower body weights and develop metabolic risk (diabetes, heart disease) at lower BMIs. ICMR and AIIMS recommend BMI cut-offs of 23 for overweight and 25 for obese — roughly 2 units below global thresholds.
What if I'm above my ideal weight?+
Being above ideal weight does not automatically mean you need medical treatment. If your BMI is 23–24.9, lifestyle changes are usually enough. At BMI 25+, or with comorbidities like prediabetes or PCOS, medical consultation is recommended.