Abstract : Diabetes is associated with angiopathy and neuropathy. Both these issues can impact the inner ear and can result in hearing loss. Presbycusis contributes to hearing loss in elderly, however this effect may be more pronounced in diabetic patients. To compare hearing deficit in diabetics with non-diabetics. The study comprised of 30 diabetics and 30 nondiabetics who were age and sex matched. Informed consent was obtained prior to start of the study. Those with other co-morbid conditions impacting hearing capacity were excluded. Hearing profile was obtained, and mean hearing loss was compared between the 2 groups. There was significant difference between the 2 groups regarding hearing capacity. Diabetic patients had a more pronounced hearing loss when compared to nondiabetics and had higher number of bilateral hearing loss subjects. 60% of diabetics had some degree of hearing loss compared to 26.67% amongst nondiabetics. Diabetics should be screened for hearing as they are more prone to have hearing deficit.