OPD Appointment Guide: PBM Hospital, Sardar Patel Medical College, Bikaner

PBM Hospital, attached to Sardar Patel Medical College in Bikaner, is one of western Rajasthan's major state government hospitals, located on the medical college campus at Sardar Patel Colony, Bikaner. It provides outpatient, inpatient, and emergency care across general and specialty departments, with facilities including a pharmacy, diagnostic labs, a blood bank, and 24x7 ambulance service.

As a Rajasthan state government hospital, PBM Hospital offers care at subsidised rates and falls within the coverage of Rajasthan's state employee health scheme (RGHS) as well as the national Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY programme. This guide explains the OPD process, typical waiting times, what treatment costs, and the departments on offer.

OPD registration and timings at PBM Hospital

The medical college's official pages do not publish a detailed fee schedule; confirm the current OPD registration fee at the hospital counter.

• OPD hours — OPD registration and consultation at PBM Hospital run from around 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday to Saturday. Confirm current department-wise timings with the hospital before travelling, as schedules can be revised.
• OPD registration fee — A nominal registration charge applies at the OPD counter; the exact current amount is not published online. Confirm it in person on the day of your visit.
• Emergency services — PBM Hospital's emergency department operates 24x7, separately from the routine OPD queue, with 24x7 ambulance service also available.

Government schemes at PBM Hospital

• RGHS (Rajasthan Government Health Scheme) — RGHS offers cashless treatment, based on CGHS package rates, to Rajasthan state government employees, pensioners, and eligible dependants across government and empanelled private hospitals statewide, including OPD services, diagnostics, and cashless OPD medicines through CONFED pharmacy stores. Confirm PBM Hospital's current empanelment via the RGHS helpline (181) or rghs.rajasthan.gov.in.
• Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY — Eligible families can access cashless inpatient and day-care treatment up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year at PM-JAY empanelled government hospitals; confirm current status at the hospital's scheme desk or pmjay.gov.in.
• CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme) — Central government employees or pensioners holding a CGHS card should confirm PBM Hospital's current CGHS empanelment with their CGHS Wellness Centre before a visit.

Rates shown are as per the Sardar Patel Medical College, Bikaner — Government of Rajasthan Medical Education Department (2026) and are subject to periodic revision. Always verify the latest approved rates on the official source.

How to get an appointment at PBM Hospital

OPD registration at PBM Hospital is handled in person at the hospital's OPD counters during OPD hours, reported as approximately 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday to Saturday. Bring a valid photo ID, and for follow-up visits, your previous prescription and test reports.

Patients holding a government scheme card — RGHS, Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, or CGHS — should bring it to the registration counter for verification. Check the medical college's official website, medicaleducation.rajasthan.gov.in/mcbikaner, for any current updates to the OPD registration process before travelling, particularly if you are coming from outside Bikaner.

Emergency cases should proceed directly to the hospital's 24x7 emergency department rather than the routine OPD registration counter.

How long it takes to get seen

As western Rajasthan's principal government referral hospital serving Bikaner and surrounding districts, PBM Hospital sees a substantial patient volume through its OPD hours. Arriving close to the start of the OPD window improves the likelihood of being seen the same day.

Waiting time from registration to consultation can vary by department and daily patient load; high-demand general departments typically see longer queues than smaller specialty clinics.

Patients travelling from outside Bikaner district should plan for the possibility of a full-morning visit, especially if diagnostic tests or a specialist referral are required.

What treatment costs and financial help

As a Rajasthan state government hospital, PBM Hospital provides OPD, diagnostic, and inpatient services at rates considerably lower than private hospitals in the region. The exact OPD registration fee is not published online; confirm the current amount at the counter.

Rajasthan state government employees, pensioners, and eligible dependants can access cashless treatment under RGHS, based on CGHS package rates, across government hospitals statewide, including cashless OPD medicines through CONFED stores. Families covered under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY can separately access cashless inpatient and day-care treatment, up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year, at empanelled hospitals.

Patients who do not hold a scheme card and face financial hardship should approach the hospital's medical social welfare or enquiry counter to ask about any fee concessions available.

Key departments at PBM Hospital

PBM Hospital, as the teaching hospital for Sardar Patel Medical College, runs OPD and inpatient services across general specialities, with diagnostic labs, a pharmacy, and a blood bank on campus, alongside 24x7 emergency and ambulance services.

Patients unsure which department to approach for a new condition should register at the General Medicine or General Surgery OPD first; the consulting doctor will refer the case to a specialty department if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the OPD timings at PBM Hospital, Bikaner?

OPD registration and consultation at PBM Hospital run from approximately 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday to Saturday. Confirm current department-wise timings with the hospital before travelling, as schedules can change.

How do I register for an OPD visit at PBM Hospital?

Registration is handled in person at the OPD counters during OPD hours. Bring a valid photo ID and, for follow-up visits, your previous prescription and test reports. If you hold a scheme card (RGHS, PM-JAY, or CGHS), bring it for verification.

Is PBM Hospital covered under RGHS?

RGHS provides cashless treatment, based on CGHS package rates, to Rajasthan state government employees, pensioners, and eligible dependants at government and empanelled private hospitals statewide. Confirm PBM Hospital's current empanelment via the RGHS helpline (181) or rghs.rajasthan.gov.in.

Does Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY apply at PBM Hospital?

Eligible families can access cashless inpatient and day-care treatment, up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year, at PM-JAY empanelled government hospitals. Confirm current status at the hospital's scheme desk or pmjay.gov.in.

What if I need emergency care outside OPD hours?

PBM Hospital's emergency department operates 24x7 with 24x7 ambulance service also available, separately from the routine daytime OPD queue.

What documents should I bring for my OPD visit?

Carry a valid photo ID. For follow-up visits, bring your previous prescription and test reports, and bring any applicable scheme card (RGHS, PM-JAY, or CGHS) for verification at registration.

Related

• CGHS rate list for common procedures
• How to find an Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) hospital near you
• Treatment cost in India: a complete guide

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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