Indian Diabetes Risk Score (IDRS) Calculator
How it works
Answer all four questions to see your score. Nothing you enter leaves your device.
How the score is calculated
| Question | Answer | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Your age | Under 35 years | 0 |
| 35–49 years | 20 | |
| 50 years or older | 30 | |
| Your waist circumference | Women: Under 80 cm (31.5 in) · Men: Under 90 cm (35.5 in) | 0 |
| Women: 80–89 cm (31.5–35 in) · Men: 90–99 cm (35.5–39 in) | 10 | |
| Women: 90 cm (35.5 in) or more · Men: 100 cm (39.5 in) or more | 20 | |
| Your physical activity | Vigorous exercise or strenuous physical work | 0 |
| Moderate exercise or moderately active work | 10 | |
| Mild exercise or mildly active work | 20 | |
| No exercise and a sedentary job | 30 | |
| Family history of diabetes | Neither parent has diabetes | 0 |
| One parent has diabetes | 10 | |
| Both parents have diabetes | 20 |
What your score means
- Low risk (Under 30): Your score suggests a low risk of undiagnosed type-2 diabetes. Keep up an active routine and balanced meals, and follow your doctor's advice on routine check-ups.
- Moderate risk (30–50): Your score suggests a moderate risk. It is worth discussing with your doctor, who may suggest a blood test such as fasting glucose or HbA1c. Lifestyle habits — activity, meals, sleep — matter most at this stage.
- High risk (60 or more): Your score suggests a high risk of undiagnosed type-2 diabetes. Please see a doctor soon for a blood test such as fasting glucose or HbA1c. A screening score cannot diagnose diabetes — only a test can.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Indian Diabetes Risk Score (IDRS)?
IDRS is a simple screening score developed by the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation and published in 2005. It uses four questions — age, waist circumference, physical activity and family history — to estimate an Indian adult's risk of undiagnosed type-2 diabetes.
What is a high IDRS score?
A score of 60 or more is considered high risk, 30–50 moderate and under 30 low. A high score is a reason to get a blood test, not a diagnosis.
Can the IDRS tell me if I have diabetes?
No. It is a screening tool that flags who should be tested. Only blood tests such as fasting glucose or HbA1c, interpreted by a doctor, can diagnose diabetes.
Why does waist size matter more than weight?
Abdominal fat is closely linked with insulin resistance, and many Indian adults carry extra weight around the waist even at a normal body weight. That is why IDRS uses waist circumference.
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Medical disclaimer: This tool is for general education and screening only. It does not diagnose any condition and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a qualified doctor about your results, and never start, stop or change any medication on the basis of this tool.