Maternity care in Bengaluru
Bengaluru’s maternity care is spread across the city, with established public hospitals in the centre and a large number of private hospitals and birthing centres along the Outer Ring Road, Whitefield, Electronic City and the northern suburbs.
Local tips for expectant parents
- Traffic can double journey times – do a trial run to your hospital at the time of day you’re most likely to travel.
- Many families in Bengaluru live far from their parents; plan postnatal support early.
- Check whether your employer’s health insurance covers maternity and newborn costs from day one.
Government maternity hospitals in Bengaluru
Public hospitals offer free or low-cost antenatal care and delivery under national schemes such as JSSK and PMSMA. Well-known public hospitals with obstetric services include:
- Vani Vilas Women and Children HospitalK.R. Market
- Bowring and Lady Curzon HospitalShivajinagar
- K.C. General HospitalMalleshwaram
Listed for information only; this is not a paid listing or an endorsement. Services and departments change – please confirm directly with the hospital. Read about government schemes for pregnant women.
Choosing where to have your baby
Your doctor and your hospital usually go together, so think about both at once. Consider the level of newborn care on site (especially for twins or a high-risk pregnancy), travel time at any hour, costs and insurance, and how comfortable you feel asking questions. Our 25 questions for your first visit can help.
In an emergency, don’t search – call. Dial 108 for an ambulance (or 112, the national emergency number), or go straight to the nearest hospital with a labour room. Always confirm details directly with a provider before visiting.