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What is Altruistic Surrogacy?
Altruistic Surrogacy is a legal and compassionate form of surrogacy where a woman (the surrogate) agrees to carry and deliver a child for intended parents without receiving any monetary compensation beyond medical expenses and essential pregnancy-related costs. This selfless act is driven by a desire to help others experience the joy of parenthood, making it a meaningful and emotionally fulfilling journey for both the surrogate and the intended parents.
In India, altruistic surrogacy is permitted under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, which prohibits commercial surrogacy and allows only altruistic arrangements with strict eligibility criteria and legal guidelines.
Who Can Benefit from Altruistic Surrogacy?
Altruistic surrogacy is an ideal option for:
Women who are medically unfit to carry a pregnancy.
Couples with recurrent pregnancy loss.
Women born without a uterus or who have had it surgically removed (hysterectomy).
Intended parents facing repeated IVF failures.
Couples with severe medical conditions that make pregnancy risky for the woman.
How Altruistic Surrogacy Works
Altruistic surrogacy involves a well-regulated medical and legal process, typically including the following steps:
1. Eligibility and Counseling
Both the intended parents and the surrogate undergo psychological and medical evaluation. Emotional readiness, legal awareness, and family support are assessed to ensure a smooth journey.
2. Matching with a Surrogate
The surrogate is usually a close relative or a known individual who meets the government’s legal requirements, including age, marital status, and health conditions.
3. Legal Framework
A legal agreement is signed between the intended parents and the surrogate. The contract includes rights, responsibilities, and terms of care, in compliance with Indian law.
4. IVF Procedure
- The intended mother’s or donor’s eggs and the intended father’s or donor’s sperm are fertilized through IVF.
- The resulting embryo is transferred to the surrogate’s uterus.
- Throughout the pregnancy, the surrogate receives regular medical care and support.
5. Pregnancy & Delivery
The surrogate is monitored by experienced obstetricians for prenatal care and delivery. After birth, the baby is handed over to the intended parents as per the legal agreement.
Legal Guidelines for Altruistic Surrogacy in India
- Surrogacy is permitted only for Indian heterosexual married couples (male and female), with at least 5 years of marriage and proven infertility.
- The surrogate must be a married woman aged 25–35 with at least one biological child.
- Surrogates cannot be compensated financially, except for medical and insurance costs.
- Surrogacy agreements must be approved by the appropriate authorities and include a certificate of essentiality and eligibility.
Why Choose Us for Altruistic Surrogacy?
At SCI IVF Hospital, under the leadership of Dr. Shivani Sachdev Gour, we provide a highly ethical, legally compliant, and emotionally supportive environment for altruistic surrogacy. Our services include:
- Thorough screening and counseling for both parties.
- Legal assistance to ensure documentation and agreements meet all regulations.
- Advanced IVF technology for embryo creation and transfer.
- Dedicated care coordinators to guide you through each stage of the journey.
- Holistic support for the surrogate and intended parents, from planning to parenthood.
Our Expertise
With over two decades of experience, Dr. Shivani Sachdev Gour has been a pioneer in handling complex fertility cases and legal surrogacy arrangements in India. Her empathetic approach and clinical excellence have helped thousands of families realize their dreams of becoming parents.
FAQs
Altruistic surrogacy is a surrogacy arrangement where the surrogate mother receives no monetary compensation beyond medical expenses and insurance coverage for carrying a child.
Yes, altruistic surrogacy is legal in India under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, which prohibits commercial surrogacy and allows only close relatives to be surrogates.
Legally married Indian couples facing proven infertility, widowed or divorced women (between 35–45 years), and Indian intending couples with medical indications can opt for altruistic surrogacy.
Only a willing, ever-married, close female relative of the intended parents (aged 25–35) with one healthy biological child of her own can legally act as a surrogate in India.
It offers a more ethical, family-driven alternative to commercial surrogacy, lowers treatment costs, and ensures emotional trust between the surrogate and the intended parents.
The cost generally ranges between ₹9 to ₹12 lakhs, covering medical treatment, legal documentation, and insurance—without any additional payment to the surrogate mother.
If done through a registered ART clinic and with full compliance under the Surrogacy Act, 2021, altruistic surrogacy is safe and legally protected for all parties involved.
With rising awareness, legal clarity, and ethical concerns over commercial surrogacy, more couples are turning to altruistic surrogacy for a compassionate and law-abiding path to parenthood.
Contact Us Today
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