Hospital Construction Cost Calculator

Estimate total project cost, cost per bed and cost per sq ft for a hospital in India — civil, MEP, HVAC, medical gas, equipment and contingency. Benchmarks tuned for 2026.

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Component	Basis	Amount (Rs)

Notes & assumptions: Rates are indicative 2026 India planning assumptions, not quotes. Civil Rs 2,500–4,500/sq ft by grade; MEP 25%, HVAC 15%, medical gas + fire 8% of civil; equipment 0–55% of building; contingency 7%. City multipliers Metro 1.15 / Tier-2 1.00 / Tier-3 0.90. Editable in logic.js CONFIG.

Disclaimer: This calculator provides a rough budgetary estimate for preliminary planning only. It does NOT constitute engineering, architectural, structural, financial, legal, or NABH/NABL advice and must not be used for tendering, funding or construction decisions. Obtain a validated, drawing-based estimate from qualified professionals. Varada Nexus accepts no liability for decisions made using this tool.

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FAQ

What is the average hospital construction cost per bed in India?

For a multispecialty hospital, all-in cost typically ranges Rs 25–60 lakh per bed depending on city tier, specialty mix, finishing and equipment. Civil work alone is usually Rs 2,500–4,500 per sq ft.

How much built-up area is needed per hospital bed?

General ~800–1,000 sq ft/bed, multispecialty ~1,000–1,200 sq ft/bed, super-specialty ~1,200–1,600 sq ft/bed including OTs, ICUs, diagnostics and support areas.

Does this include medical equipment cost?

Yes, optionally. Equipment for a multispecialty hospital typically adds 30–50% on top of building cost.

Is land cost included?

Land is optional and excluded by default. Enter a land value to see the full outlay.