Doctor · Lower Parel, Mumbai
Dr. Chintan Desai
Shoulder surgeon and sports injury specialist
A shoulder and sports medicine surgeon with fellowship training in Seoul and Sydney, consulting at Reliance Foundation, Breach Candy and Jaslok hospitals.
ACL Reconstruction Surgery in India
Understand arthroscopic ACL reconstruction, graft options, and the long rehabilitation needed to return to sport.
Also known as: ACL surgery, anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, arthroscopic ACL reconstruction, ligament tear surgery
Discuss your care options →Understanding your options
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) stabilises the knee, and tears are common in sports that involve twisting, jumping, or sudden stops. ACL reconstruction replaces the torn ligament with a graft, usually from your own hamstring, patellar, or quadriceps tendon, using keyhole (arthroscopic) surgery. Not everyone needs surgery: people who do not play pivoting sports may manage well with physiotherapy alone.
Surgery or physiotherapy alone
Graft choice
Meniscus and cartilage injuries
Doctors and hospitals we work with
These partners can be considered for this treatment. Suitability for your case is confirmed after review.
Questions for your consultation
- Do I need surgery, or could rehabilitation alone work for my activity level?
- Which graft do you recommend, and why?
- Are other injuries, such as a meniscus tear, being treated at the same time?
Cost of ACL Reconstruction Surgery in India
Typical price range in India
₹1.5 – 3.5 lakh (about US$1,700 – 4,000)
Arthroscopic reconstruction of one knee with graft fixation and a short stay. Mumbai private hospitals are commonly quoted at ₹2.5 – 3.5 lakh; meniscus repair adds to the cost.
Source: Published Indian hospital, clinic and medical-travel price guides, checked October 2026. This is a market range, not a quotation; your written estimate may differ.
An individual estimate needs a defined plan and provider review. Ask for a written breakdown rather than comparing package names alone.
- Graft type, implants, and fixation devices
- Additional meniscus or cartilage repair
- Hospital stay and physiotherapy
Confirm what is included, quotation validity, possible additional charges, and cancellation terms. Allow separately for accommodation, travel, local transfers, coordination fees, and care after returning home.
Recovery and follow-up planning
Most people go home within a day and walk with crutches and a brace for a few weeks. Plan around 1 to 2 weeks in India before flying. Rehabilitation continues for months, and return to pivoting sport usually takes 9 to 12 months.
Common questions
Surgeons often wait until swelling settles and knee movement returns, usually a few weeks. Delaying for many months can risk further damage if the knee keeps giving way.
Usually after 1 to 2 weeks, once the surgeon has checked the wound. Ask about blood clot prevention for a long flight.
Published prices in India are typically ₹1.5 – 3.5 lakh (about US$1,700 – 4,000). Arthroscopic reconstruction of one knee with graft fixation and a short stay. Mumbai private hospitals are commonly quoted at ₹2.5 – 3.5 lakh; meniscus repair adds to the cost. Your own estimate depends on the treatment plan and provider.
Further reading
This guide supports a conversation with a qualified clinician. Suitability, alternatives, risks, recovery, and travel readiness require an individual assessment.