Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a multifaceted lifestyle disorder among women in their reproductive cycle. By nature, it adversely affects the fertility and reproductive health of the affected women. Clinical manifestations are diverse including oligomenorrhea, anovulation, serum insulin and hirsutism. Prevalence rate is estimated at 4% to 25% depending on the diagnostic criteria used. The determinants of PCOS have linked with the environmental surrounding and the lifestyle of the women. The prevalence of polycystic ovarian syndrome is although thought to be 4% to 25% but it is widely unknown for specific population based on race and ethnicity.

Aim: The objective of the study hypothesizes to compare the prevalence of PCOS among Assamese women with Bihari women.

Methods: A total sample of 100 women has been taken out of which 50 are recruited from among Assamese community and rest 50 from Bihari community visiting Goenka Nursing Home, Guwahati, Assam. The relevant data were collected through self-administered schedules and interview method.

Results: A higher prevalence of PCOS is found among the Assamese caste women in comparison to Bihari caste women. Oligomenorrhea with recent weight gain is found to be the most common symptom of PCOS associated with raised serum insulin.

Conclusion: A long tern personalized management program is required for effectively treating individuals with PCOS which can help in regulating the symptoms like menstrual irregularities, various dermatological issues like hirsutism, acne, improving fertility, lowering the burden of obesity, diabetes and various other metabolic complications.