India Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
India's maternal mortality ratio was 84.20 in 2025, ranked 76th globally. This represents a 5.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
India's maternal mortality ratio stood at 84.20 in 2025, a rise of +4.20 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 84.20 by 2025. India ranked 76th globally.
India's Maternal Mortality Ratio has experienced a significant decline over the past four decades, from an all-time peak of 658.00 deaths per 100,000 live births in 1985 to a trough of 80.00 in 2023. The World Bank data indicates that India's maternal mortality rate has improved substantially, with the latest available figure standing at 84.20 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2025. Notably, India's performance on this indicator is comparable to that of peer countries such as Paraguay, which also reported a maternal mortality ratio of 84.20 in 2025. While this progress is encouraging, it is essential to continue efforts to address the underlying factors contributing to maternal mortality, particularly in rural and disadvantaged areas where access to healthcare services remains limited. A sustained commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure and increasing access to skilled birth attendants would be crucial in further reducing India's maternal mortality ratio and achieving parity with countries that have made even greater strides in this area.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 78.90 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 84.20 | - | - |
| 2025 | 84.20 | +4.20 | #76 |
| 2023 | 80.00 | −10.00 | #122 |
| 2022 | 90.00 | −65.00 | #121 |
| 2021 | 155.00 | +54.00 | #130 |
| 2020 | 101.00 | +0.00 | #126 |
| 2019 | 101.00 | −6.00 | #127 |
| 2018 | 107.00 | −6.00 | #129 |
| 2017 | 113.00 | −8.00 | #132 |
| 2016 | 121.00 | −8.00 | #132 |
| 2015 | 129.00 | −8.00 | #131 |
| 2014 | 137.00 | −11.00 | #131 |
| 2013 | 148.00 | −12.00 | #132 |
| 2012 | 160.00 | −13.00 | #133 |
| 2011 | 173.00 | −15.00 | #135 |
| 2010 | 188.00 | −17.00 | #135 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
India matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2010. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw maternal mortality ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
India's maternal mortality ratio was 84.20 in 2025. Ranked 76th globally. This represents a 5.3% increase from the previous year.
India's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 658.00 in 1985.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in India was 80.00 in 2023.
India ranks 76th globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
India's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 84.20 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of India in 2025 was 84.20. This ranks 76th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {India Maternal Mortality Ratio},
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