Best Hospitals in Delhi (2025) — AIIMS, Apollo, Max, and Fortis Compared
Delhi's top hospitals for cardiac, cancer, neurology, and general care — covering AIIMS, Apollo, Max, Fortis, and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital with costs and specialties.
Best hospitals in Delhi (2025)
Delhi-NCR has India's highest concentration of super-specialty hospitals. AIIMS is globally ranked; private hospitals compete fiercely for medical tourism. Here are the top options for different needs and budgets.
Top hospitals
1. AIIMS Delhi — Best overall
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Delhi is one of Asia's top hospitals and ranks in the world's top 100 for medicine. With 2,400+ beds and India's largest concentration of super-specialist faculty, AIIMS handles conditions that no other Indian hospital can manage. OPD consultations cost ₹10–₹30 — extraordinary value. Waiting lists are long for non-emergency cases. For serious, complex, or rare conditions, AIIMS is the first choice regardless of your income.
2. Apollo Hospital Sarita Vihar
Apollo's flagship Delhi hospital is India's busiest for international medical tourists. JCI accredited, strong in oncology, cardiac, and liver transplant. The International Patient Services division facilitates visa, accommodation, and treatment planning for patients from across South Asia and Africa. Considered Delhi's best private hospital for complex cases.
3. Max Super Speciality Hospital (Saket)
Max Saket is Delhi's most comprehensive private hospital. India's highest volume for kidney transplants. Strong neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, and cancer care teams. Max's multi-disciplinary tumour board is the gold standard for cancer treatment planning. NABH accredited with ISO certification.
4. Sir Ganga Ram Hospital
Sir Ganga Ram has an 80-year legacy of excellence. Particularly strong in gastroenterology, endoscopy, and liver disease (Moolchand Medcity is its sister). The senior faculty here are India's most respected names in their specialties. Pricing is slightly more affordable than Max or Apollo for equivalent care quality.
5. Safdarjung Hospital (Government)
The largest government hospital in India by bed capacity. Burns and plastic surgery centre is among India's best. Neurology, urology, and cardiology are strong. Free or highly subsidised care for all Indian citizens. Essential for patients without insurance or ability to pay private hospital rates.
Frequently asked questions
Is AIIMS Delhi really the best hospital in India?
Yes — AIIMS Delhi ranks among Asia's top 20 hospitals and handles the most complex cases in India. Faculty are India's most qualified specialists. The challenge is access — OPD queues are long and beds are scarce. For routine procedures, private hospitals are faster. For rare or complex conditions, AIIMS is unmatched.
What is the cost of surgery at AIIMS Delhi?
AIIMS Delhi is a central government hospital — surgery costs are 95–99% subsidised. A cardiac bypass that costs ₹3–5 lakh at a private hospital costs ₹20,000–₹50,000 at AIIMS. OPD consultation is ₹10–₹30. However, waiting lists for elective surgeries can be 3–12 months.
Which is the best hospital in Delhi for cancer treatment?
AIIMS Delhi's National Cancer Institute and BRA-IRCH (Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute) are the best for cancer in Delhi. In private hospitals, Apollo Sarita Vihar and Max Saket are the strongest for comprehensive oncology care.