BMI Calculator

Check your BMI and the healthy weight range for your height in seconds.

Height

5 ft 7 in ≈ 170 cm

Weight

Your BMI: 24.2 (Overweight)
Healthy weight for your height: 53–66 kg

BMI categories used in India

BMI	Asian cut-off	International (WHO)
Below 18.5	Underweight	Underweight
18.5–22.9	Normal	Normal
23–24.9	Overweight	Normal
25 and above	Obese	Overweight (obese from 30)

South Asians tend to carry more body fat and face higher diabetes and heart risk at a lower BMI, so Indian guidelines use the lower Asia-Pacific cut-offs.

Formula

BMI = weight (kg) ÷ height (m)². Example: 80 kg at 1.80 m gives 80 ÷ 3.24 = 24.7, which is overweight by the Asian cut-offs.

BMI doesn't separate muscle from fat. Athletes can show a high BMI while being lean. Waist size (under 90 cm for men and 80 cm for women is commonly advised in India) adds useful context.

Frequently asked questions

What is a healthy BMI for Indians?

18.5 to 22.9 under the Asia-Pacific cut-offs used in India. 23–24.9 is overweight and 25 or more is obese.

Is BMI accurate?

It is a quick screening number, not a diagnosis. It doesn't account for muscle mass, age or fat distribution. Use it together with waist size and a doctor's advice.

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Use our calorie calculator for a daily calorie target to lose, keep or gain weight, or the TDEE calculator for your total daily energy expenditure and protein needs.

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