September 24, 2026
Can You Buy a Kidney in India?
No — buying a kidney is a criminal offence. How a transplant is actually arranged, lawfully.
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No. Buying a kidney in India is a criminal offence. Legitimate transplant programmes arrange donation through lawful, voluntary channels — never through purchase.
A transplant is arranged through a registered transplant centre, via a compatible living donor or the deceased-donor waiting list. There is no lawful purchase at any step.
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This article is for general education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified nephrologist about your own condition.
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