BRD Medical College Gorakhpur: OPD Guide for Patients

Baba Raghav Das Medical College (BRD Medical College) and its attached Nehru Hospital is a government tertiary care teaching hospital in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, run by the state government and affiliated with Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University. Nehru Hospital operates more than 1,050 beds — including dedicated ICU, ICCU, NICU, and an epidemic ward — and serves over 3.5 lakh outpatients every year across its clinical departments.

As a state medical college hospital, Nehru Hospital offers heavily subsidised care. OPD registration fees are nominal, diagnostic investigations are provided at government-fixed rates, and patients who hold a BPL card or an Ayushman Bharat health card receive investigations free of charge. Emergency and trauma services run around the clock, separate from the scheduled OPD.

Registration and OPD fees at BRD Medical College and Nehru Hospital, Gorakhpur

Fee figures above reflect norms for UP government medical college hospitals based on the citizen charter of a comparable institution (Government Medical College, Azamgarh). Confirm exact current amounts at the BRD Medical College OPD registration counter or by calling 0551-2206469 before visiting.

• OPD registration card — A nominal fee — typically Rs 1 at UP government medical college hospitals. Confirm the exact current amount at the OPD registration counter on arrival.
• Validity of registration card — The card is generally valid for 15 days; if treatment continues beyond that period, renewal is required at the counter.
• Diagnostic investigations (pathology, X-ray, ECG, ultrasound, CT) — Charged at government-notified rates for general patients. Free for BPL cardholders and Ayushman Bharat beneficiaries.
• Medicines from hospital pharmacy — Provided free or at subsidised rates at the hospital dispensary, subject to availability of stock.
• Emergency and casualty services — Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at no separate entry fee.

Government schemes that help cover treatment at Nehru Hospital, Gorakhpur

• Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY — Cashless coverage up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary hospitalisation. Covers surgery, day-care procedures, medicines, and diagnostics. Available to families listed in SECC 2011 and other notified categories. Nehru Hospital, as a government teaching hospital, is part of the public hospital network under this scheme.
• Mukhyamantri Jan Arogya Abhiyan (UP state scheme) — State-funded coverage up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year for families in Uttar Pradesh who do not qualify under the central PM-JAY criteria. Accessible at government and empanelled hospitals in the state.
• BPL card exemption — Patients holding a valid BPL (Below Poverty Line) ration card receive free diagnostic investigations and priority access to subsidised treatment at government hospitals in UP.
• Janani Suraksha Yojana — Institutional delivery support scheme for pregnant women; Nehru Hospital participates in this programme.
• CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme) — Central government employees and pensioners covered under CGHS may be able to avail referral-based treatment at BRD Medical College. Confirm current CGHS empanelment status directly with the hospital administration or at cghs.gov.in.

Rates shown are as per the Official Website of BRD Medical College (2026) and are subject to periodic revision. Always verify the latest approved rates on the official source.

How to get an appointment at BRD Medical College and Nehru Hospital

BRD Medical College and Nehru Hospital primarily operates as a walk-in OPD. There is no confirmed dedicated online appointment portal for general outpatients at this hospital at the time of writing; patients should verify whether an online or phone-based booking option has been introduced by checking the official website at brdmc.ac.in or by calling the hospital at 0551-2206469.

To register, arrive at the OPD registration counter located at the hospital entrance before the OPD closes — general OPD at UP government medical college hospitals typically registers patients from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on working days (Monday to Saturday), though you should confirm current hours at the hospital directly. Carry a valid photo identity document (Aadhaar, voter ID, or similar), your Ayushman Bharat health card if applicable, and your BPL card if you hold one. Pay the nominal registration fee at the counter and collect your OPD card. The card number determines your place in the queue for that department.

Present your OPD card at the relevant department's waiting area. Consultants first attend to referred and emergency cases, then see walk-in patients in the order they registered. For specialised departments such as Cardiology, Neurology, or Oncology, a referral slip from the General Medicine OPD is often required before the specialist will see you.

Patients referred from a district or community health centre should bring their referral letter, as this can expedite triage. For routine follow-up visits, the same OPD card is valid for 15 days; beyond that, you will need to re-register at the counter.

How long it takes to get seen

Nehru Hospital receives more than 3.5 lakh OPD patients annually across all departments, which translates to very high daily footfall — particularly in General Medicine, Pediatrics, and Surgery. Patients who arrive close to the 8:00 a.m. counter opening time generally receive lower token numbers and face shorter waits. Arriving after 10:00 a.m. can mean significantly longer queues.

For routine consultations in General Medicine or Surgery, a wait of one to three hours from registration to being seen by a consultant is realistic on busy days, though this varies by day of the week and the specific department. Specialty OPDs such as Cardiology or Neurology may have fewer sessions per week; check the department-specific schedule at brdmc.ac.in/OPDSchedule before travelling.

If a consultation leads to investigations such as blood tests, X-ray, ultrasound, or CT scan, these are conducted at the hospital's own diagnostic facilities — some through public-private partnerships. Results and a follow-up appointment are typically arranged within the same visit or for a return date depending on the workload of that department.

What treatment costs and financial help

As a government institution, Nehru Hospital provides care at a fraction of private hospital costs. The OPD registration fee is nominal. Investigations are priced at government-notified rates, which are substantially lower than private facility tariffs. Medicines dispensed from the hospital pharmacy are provided free or at subsidised cost, subject to stock availability.

Patients who hold an Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY card (or those covered under the state's Mukhyamantri Jan Arogya Abhiyan) can access cashless inpatient treatment for a wide range of surgical and medical packages at the hospital — coverage extends up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year. The scheme covers pre-existing conditions from the first day, and there is no cap on family size. Verify your eligibility and check the current hospital empanelment status at pmjay.gov.in or the UP-specific portal ayushmanup.in.

BPL cardholders receive free diagnostic investigations at the hospital. Patients in financial difficulty who do not hold formal documentation should speak to the hospital's social welfare officer or medical superintendent's office, as provisions exist for supporting economically vulnerable patients.

For central government employees and pensioners, CGHS coverage may apply on a referral basis; confirm the current status with the hospital administration or at cghs.gov.in.

Departments at BRD Medical College and Nehru Hospital

Nehru Hospital accommodates a full range of clinical departments supporting both undergraduate and postgraduate medical training. Confirmed departments and specialties include General Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Ophthalmology, ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat), Dermatology, Psychiatry, Cardiology, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Oncology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology, and Burn and Plastic Surgery.

Diagnostic and support services include radiology (X-ray, ultrasound, CT scan, Doppler), pathology and biochemistry laboratories, ECG, video EEG, GI endoscopy, hemodialysis, and a blood bank. The hospital also runs an ART centre for HIV management, a DOTS tuberculosis microscopy centre, and participates in vector-borne disease surveillance programmes.

The Pediatrics and Encephalitis departments are particularly active during the monsoon months, when Gorakhpur sees an annual surge in Acute Encephalitis Syndrome cases. Patients travelling for encephalitis-related care should expect higher volumes in the July to October period.

To find which OPD day and time applies to your required specialty, check the official OPD schedule at brdmc.ac.in/OPDSchedule (note: the website has experienced intermittent availability; if the page does not load, call the hospital directly).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book an OPD appointment at BRD Medical College online?

The hospital's official OPD schedule is published at brdmc.ac.in/OPDSchedule, but as of the time of writing there is no confirmed online appointment booking portal for general patients at Nehru Hospital. The standard process is to register in person at the OPD registration counter at the hospital entrance on the morning of your visit. Verify whether an online or phone booking option has been introduced by checking the official website or calling 0551-2206469.

What documents should I bring to the OPD?

Carry a valid government-issued photo identity document (Aadhaar card, voter ID, or similar). If you hold an Ayushman Bharat health card, bring it to access cashless inpatient treatment and free diagnostics. BPL cardholders should carry the ration card. Patients referred from another hospital or health centre should bring the referral letter, as this helps in triage and accessing specialist departments more directly.

Are investigations like blood tests, X-ray, and CT scan free at Nehru Hospital?

Investigations are provided at government-notified rates for general patients, which are significantly lower than private hospital charges. For patients holding a valid BPL card or an Ayushman Bharat health card, all diagnostic investigations at the hospital are provided free of charge. Confirm current applicable rates at the relevant diagnostic counter on the day of your visit.

Which government health scheme covers treatment at BRD Medical College?

Patients eligible under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY (the central government scheme) can access cashless inpatient treatment up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year at Nehru Hospital, which is a government public hospital. Those not covered by PM-JAY may qualify under the UP state scheme, Mukhyamantri Jan Arogya Abhiyan, which provides the same Rs 5 lakh cover. Check your eligibility at pmjay.gov.in or ayushmanup.in. Central government employees should verify CGHS referral eligibility directly with the hospital.

Does Nehru Hospital have emergency services outside OPD hours?

Yes. The hospital runs a 24-hour emergency and casualty service, including a trauma centre, separate from the scheduled OPD. Emergency numbers are 0551-2508814 and 0551-2508815. Serious cases brought to the emergency department are attended to regardless of OPD timings.

How do I get to see a specialist such as a Cardiologist or Neurologist?

In most cases you will first need to visit the General Medicine OPD on a working day and obtain a referral from the treating consultant, who will direct you to the appropriate specialty OPD. Some specialty departments run on specific days of the week only — check the current schedule at brdmc.ac.in/OPDSchedule before travelling, as this will help you plan which day to visit for the specialty you need.

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Medical Disclaimer

The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this article.

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