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Urinary tract infection refers to both microbial colonization of the urine and tissue invasionof any structure of the urinary tract. Bacteria are most commonly responsible although yeastand viruses may also be involved. Urinary tract infection (UTI) is the most common disordercaused by bacterial agents in pregnancy, which can lead to important complications in newbornof such mothers in case of inappropriate diagnosis and treatment. Urinary tract infection duringpregnancy is common and high in age group between 26-35 years. The high incidence of UTI inthe young reproductive age group is due to early pregnancy particularly in the remote settings.UTI remain a prevalent problem during pregnancy especially, in developing countries. Genitalhygiene, urination habits and low socioeconomic status play significant role in the occurrence ofUTI during pregnancy. These could be attributed to lack of knowledge about UTI risk factorsand its prevention during pregnancy.