🔬 Scan & test cost guide · by trimester
Pregnancy scan & test cost in India
Antenatal tests and ultrasound are free at government facilities under the JSSK, and PMSMA provides a free comprehensive check-up on the 9th of every month. In private labs and clinics the cost varies by test, centre and city — and is not centrally published.
- Official government sources
- Free JSSK/PMSMA care explained
- No invented prices
- Reviewed July 2026
By pathway
What scans & tests cost you, by where you go
| Pathway | Cost | Who / what |
|---|---|---|
| Government facility (JSSK + PMSMA)Free — government | Free | Every pregnant woman, at government health facilities. PMSMA adds a free, fixed-day comprehensive check-up on the 9th of every month (2nd/3rd trimester). |
| Private lab / clinic / hospitalVaries by centre | Varies — not centrally published | Anyone. Cost depends on the specific test/scan, the diagnostic centre, the city and whether tests are bundled into an antenatal 'package'. Ask for an itemised price list. |
By trimester
Which tests & scans happen when
A typical antenatal package. Your doctor tailors this to your pregnancy — some tests are routine, others only if advised.
| Trimester | Weeks | Common tests & scans | Government (free) |
|---|---|---|---|
| First trimester | Up to ~13 weeks | Booking blood tests (haemoglobin, blood group & Rh, blood sugar, urine routine, HIV, VDRL, HBsAg, thyroid), dating ultrasound; NT scan (~11–14 weeks, often optional). | Booking labs & basic scan free under JSSK |
| Second trimester | ~14–27 weeks | Anomaly (TIFFA) ultrasound (~18–20 weeks), GDM screening / OGTT (~24–28 weeks), repeat haemoglobin, urine; dual/quadruple marker screening if advised. | PMSMA free ANC incl. ≥1 ultrasound; labs free under JSSK |
| Third trimester | ~28–40 weeks | Growth ultrasound, repeat haemoglobin & urine, blood pressure monitoring; Doppler / additional scans if advised for high-risk pregnancies. | ANC labs & indicated scans free at government facilities |
Source: JSSK & PMSMA (MoHFW). PMSMA envisages at least one free ultrasound in the second trimester at government facilities.
What moves the bill
What drives private scan & test cost
Government vs private
Antenatal labs and ultrasound are free at government facilities under JSSK, and PMSMA adds a free fixed-day check-up monthly. Cost only arises if you use private labs/clinics.
Which tests & scans
The number of scans and the specific blood tests your doctor advises (routine vs high-risk vs genetic screening) is the biggest driver of the private total.
Diagnostic centre & city
Hospital-attached and premium diagnostic chains generally charge more than standalone labs; metros generally cost more than smaller towns.
Genetic / specialised screening
Optional tests like NIPT (cell-free DNA), dual/quadruple markers or detailed fetal echocardiography are priced separately and can add substantially.
Package vs itemised
Some hospitals sell an antenatal test 'package'. Confirm exactly which tests and scans it includes, and what is billed on top.
Plan it well
How to plan the cost
- 1
Use free government antenatal care first
JSSK makes antenatal tests and ultrasound free at government facilities, and PMSMA offers a free comprehensive check-up on the 9th of every month. This can cover your essential tests at no cost.
See government maternity schemes → - 2
Ask your doctor for the full test plan
Get the list of recommended tests and scans for each trimester, so you know what's essential vs optional and can budget for anything you choose to do privately.
- 3
Request an itemised private price list
If using a private lab or hospital, ask for the per-test and per-scan price — and whether an antenatal 'package' is cheaper for the tests you actually need.
- 4
Track appointments and results in one place
Keep your scans and test results organised so nothing is repeated unnecessarily.
Pregnancy tracker →
Answers
Frequently asked questions
Are pregnancy scans and tests free in India?
At government facilities, yes — antenatal lab tests and ultrasound are free under the Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK), and the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA) provides a free comprehensive antenatal check-up on the 9th of every month, including labs and at least one second-trimester ultrasound. In private labs and clinics, costs vary and are not centrally published.
How much does an anomaly (TIFFA) scan cost in India?
In a government facility, antenatal ultrasound is free under JSSK/PMSMA. In private diagnostic centres the price varies by centre, machine and city and is not published in a single official schedule — ask your centre for their current rate. We don't quote a fixed figure to avoid presenting an unverified price as fact.
What tests are done in each trimester of pregnancy?
Typically: first trimester — booking bloods (haemoglobin, blood group, blood sugar, urine, HIV, VDRL, HBsAg) and a dating scan; second trimester — the anomaly (TIFFA) scan around 18–20 weeks and GDM screening (OGTT) around 24–28 weeks; third trimester — a growth scan and repeat blood/urine tests. Your doctor tailors this to your pregnancy.
What does PMSMA cover on the 9th of every month?
PMSMA provides free, fixed-day antenatal care for women in the 2nd/3rd trimester at government facilities: clinical examination, laboratory investigations (haemoglobin, urine, blood group, VDRL, HIV, GDM/OGTT), at least one ultrasound, medicines and counselling — free of cost.
Why doesn't this page list exact private scan prices?
Because private diagnostic prices aren't centrally published and vary widely by centre and city. Publishing a specific figure we couldn't verify would be misleading. Instead we explain which tests happen when, what's free at government facilities, and how to get an itemised quote.
Sources
Official sources
- Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA) — free fixed-day ANC, MoHFW
- Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK) — free antenatal diagnostics, MoHFW
- Maternal Health — antenatal care, National Health Mission
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This is an educational guide to publicly funded antenatal testing and the factors that affect private scan/test costs, reviewed against official government sources on 19 July 2026. It does not quote private diagnostic prices because those are not centrally published and vary — confirm costs with your lab or hospital. The trimester schedule is indicative; your doctor decides which tests you need. It is not medical advice. See our editorial policy for how we source and review content.