KEY TAKEAWAYS
Egg freezing in PCMC costs INR 1,05,000 to 1,65,000 for the first year including stimulation, retrieval, vitrification and storage.
Annual egg storage fees in PCMC are INR 10,000 to 20,000 per year after the first cycle.
The best age to freeze eggs is 28 to 33 years — egg quality and quantity are both high in this window.
Vitrification (flash-freezing) technology achieves egg survival rates of 80 to 90 percent on thawing.
Frozen eggs can be stored for up to 10 years under ICMR guidelines in India.
Medical egg freezing before chemotherapy or surgery is available at Dr. Shitole’s PCMC clinic.
Social egg freezing — for career or personal reasons — is increasingly chosen by PCMC women in their 30s.
What Is Egg Freezing and Why Are PCMC Women Choosing It in 2026?
Egg freezing cost in PCMC is a top search query among professional women aged 28 to 38 in Pimpri-Chinchwad. Oocyte cryopreservation — the medical term for egg freezing — allows women to preserve their eggs at their current age and quality for future use. The eggs are retrieved, frozen using vitrification technology and stored at the fertility clinic until the woman is ready to use them for IVF.
Dr. Rajendra Shitole at D.Y. Patil Hospital, PCMC has seen a significant rise in egg freezing consultations from women in the Hinjewadi IT corridor, Wakad and Baner over the past three years. Women want options. This guide explains exactly what egg freezing costs, what the process involves and what to expect.
QUICK FACTS
Egg Stimulation and Retrieval Cost (PCMC): INR 80,000 to 1,20,000
Vitrification Fee: INR 15,000 to 25,000
Annual Storage Fee: INR 10,000 to 20,000 per year
Thaw and Transfer Cycle: INR 80,000 to 1,20,000 (when ready)
Recommended Number of Eggs to Freeze: 10 to 20 for good success probability
Egg Vitrification Survival Rate: 80 to 90 percent on thawing
PCMC Egg Freezing and Fertility Preservation Statistics 2025-2026
| Metric | Data Point | Source |
| Egg freezing cost in PCMC (year 1) | INR 1,05,000 to 1,65,000 | Industry estimate |
| Annual storage fee in PCMC | INR 10,000 to 20,000 | Industry estimate |
| Egg vitrification survival rate on thaw | 80 to 90 percent | Industry estimate |
| IVF live birth rate with frozen eggs (under 35) | 45 to 55 percent per transfer | Industry estimate |
| Annual egg freezing growth in India | Rising at 25 percent per year | Industry estimate |
| Maximum legal storage period in India | 10 years under ICMR guidelines | ICMR 2024 |
| Optimal age for egg freezing | 28 to 33 years | ICMR 2024 |
| Number of eggs recommended for freezing | 10 to 20 eggs | Industry estimate |
Complete Egg Freezing Cost Breakdown in PCMC 2026
| Cost Component | Estimated Cost (INR) | Notes |
| Initial fertility consultation | 500 to 2,000 | Includes AMH, AFC, treatment plan |
| Pre-cycle blood tests and scans | 3,000 to 6,000 | AMH, hormones, ultrasound |
| Ovarian stimulation medications | 30,000 to 60,000 | Gonadotropin injections |
| Monitoring ultrasounds (4 to 6 scans) | 2,000 to 6,000 | Follicle growth tracking |
| Egg retrieval procedure (OPU) | 40,000 to 60,000 | Under sedation, day procedure |
| Vitrification (egg freezing) | 15,000 to 25,000 | Per freeze session |
| Annual egg storage | 10,000 to 20,000/year | Cryogenic storage |
| Future thaw and IVF transfer cycle | 80,000 to 1,20,000 | Paid when ready to use eggs |
Social Egg Freezing vs Medical Egg Freezing — What’s the Difference?
| Feature | Social Egg Freezing | Medical Egg Freezing |
| Reason for freezing | Career, personal goals, no partner yet | Cancer treatment, surgery, medical risk |
| Urgency | Elective — planned timeline | Urgent — before treatment starts |
| Age at freezing | Ideally 28 to 33 years | Any age — done before treatment |
| PCMC cost | Standard rates as above | Priority scheduling, same cost |
| Insurance coverage | Rarely covered | Sometimes covered (check policy) |
| Emotional context | Proactive family planning choice | Distressing but vital step |
The Egg Freezing Process at Dr. Shitole’s PCMC Clinic
The egg freezing process mirrors the first half of an IVF cycle. It involves the same ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval — but instead of fertilising the eggs, they are frozen immediately after retrieval.
- Consultation and baseline tests: AMH, AFC ultrasound, hormones
- Ovarian stimulation: Daily injections for 10 to 14 days to grow multiple follicles
- Monitoring: Ultrasound scans every 2 to 3 days to track follicle growth
- Trigger injection: Given when follicles reach 18 to 20 mm
- Egg retrieval (OPU): Under sedation, 15 to 30 minutes. Eggs collected via vaginal ultrasound-guided aspiration
- Vitrification: Eggs are immediately flash-frozen using vitrification — survival rate 80 to 90 percent on thaw
- Storage: Eggs stored in liquid nitrogen at -196 degrees Celsius
How Many Eggs Should You Freeze in PCMC?
The number of eggs needed depends on your age and the number of children you’d like in future. Fertility scientists generally recommend freezing 10 to 20 mature eggs to give a good probability of achieving at least one live birth. Women under 35 typically achieve this in 1 to 2 retrieval cycles. Women over 35 may need 2 to 3 cycles.
A woman from Hinjewadi, aged 31, underwent egg freezing at Dr. Shitole’s clinic after her company offered relocation abroad. She retrieved 14 mature eggs in one cycle. Two years later, having returned to PCMC and married, she used 3 of her frozen eggs in a FET cycle — achieving a successful pregnancy. Her total spend was approximately INR 1,75,000 including storage and the thaw cycle.
Egg Freezing for Women in PCMC — Local Context
PCMC is home to a large population of professional women in their late 20s and early 30s — many working in Hinjewadi’s IT parks and corporate offices in Wakad and Baner. Social egg freezing aligns with a lifestyle where career establishment and relationship timelines don’t always synchronise with biological fertility windows.
Women from Pimpri, Chinchwad, Nigdi and Talegaon Dabhade are increasingly proactive about fertility planning. Dr. Shitole’s clinic offers discreet, professional consultations — no judgement, just information. A fertility check at 30 with an AMH test and AFC scan gives you a clear picture of your egg reserve to guide your decision.
From a hormonal context: egg quality is best preserved between 28 and 33 years. The festive period — including the wedding season from November to February — brings many women to the clinic for pre-wedding fertility assessments. Egg freezing is discussed alongside standard pre-marital health checks at Dr. Shitole’s PCMC clinic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the total egg freezing cost in PCMC for 2026?
The total first-year cost of egg freezing in PCMC — including stimulation medications, monitoring, retrieval, vitrification and first year of storage — is approximately INR 1,05,000 to 1,65,000. Annual storage thereafter costs INR 10,000 to 20,000. The thaw and IVF transfer cycle is an additional INR 80,000 to 1,20,000 when you’re ready to use your eggs.
Q: What is the best age to freeze eggs in PCMC?
The optimal age to freeze eggs is 28 to 33 years according to ICMR 2024 guidelines. At this age, egg quality and quantity are both high, giving the best yield per retrieval cycle. Egg freezing after 37 is less effective due to declining egg quality, though it is still possible.
Q: Are frozen eggs as effective as fresh eggs in IVF?
Modern vitrification technology achieves egg survival rates of 80 to 90 percent on thawing. IVF outcomes using vitrified-warmed eggs are comparable to fresh egg IVF for women under 35. The technique has improved dramatically over the past decade and is now considered a standard, reliable procedure.
Q: How long can eggs be stored in PCMC?
Under current ICMR 2024 guidelines, eggs can be stored for up to 10 years in India. Storage is maintained in liquid nitrogen at -196 degrees Celsius. Dr. Shitole’s clinic provides annual storage agreements with clear fee structures and consent protocols.
Q: Can I freeze eggs if I have PCOS?
Yes, and in fact women with PCOS often retrieve more eggs per cycle due to a higher antral follicle count. The protocol must be carefully managed to avoid ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS). Dr. Shitole uses modified protocols with low-dose stimulation and GnRH agonist triggers for PCOS patients to minimise this risk.
Q: Does egg freezing affect future natural fertility?
No. The eggs retrieved are from the cohort that would naturally die off in that cycle (only one egg normally ovulates; the rest degenerate). Freezing those eggs does not reduce your remaining ovarian reserve or affect future natural ovulation cycles.
Conclusion
Egg freezing cost in PCMC in 2026 is INR 1,05,000 to 1,65,000 for a complete first cycle and first year of storage — a meaningful but manageable investment in your future reproductive options. With vitrification survival rates of 80 to 90 percent and IVF live birth rates of 45 to 55 percent per transfer for eggs frozen under 35, the technology is reliable.
If you’re a professional woman in PCMC considering your fertility options, the best time to consult is before you need to act urgently. An AMH test and consultation with Dr. Shitole takes one morning and gives you information that can shape important life decisions.
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Dr. Rajendra Shitole
Dr. Rajendra Shitole, Best IVF & Fertility Specialist Centre in PCMC . is a highly skilled Gynaecologist, Fertility Consultant, and Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeon with over 11 years of experience dedicated to women’s health and reproductive care. His mission is to help childless couples fulfill their dream of parenthood through compassionate care and advanced medical expertise.
He has successfully managed numerous complex cases of Infertility, Fibroids, PCOS, Adenomyosis, Endometriosis, and Male Factor Infertility.