OPD Appointment at Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital Prayagraj: Patient Guide

Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital (SRN Hospital) is the principal teaching hospital attached to Moti Lal Nehru Medical College (MLNMC) in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. It is a large government medical institution operating approximately 1,450 beds across general wards, a trauma ward, and an ICU, with a planned expansion to 2,000 beds. The hospital runs outpatient, inpatient, emergency, surgical, and diagnostic services across a wide range of specialties, and is located off Mahatma Gandhi Marg, George Town, Prayagraj — accessible via a connecting road from MG Road to South Malaka.

Because SRN Hospital is a state-government medical college hospital, OPD consultations and most treatments are available at heavily subsidised or nominal rates. Patients enrolled under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, the Mukhyamantri Jan Arogya Abhiyan (MMJAA), or Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) can access cashless treatment within their scheme's provisions. The hospital serves a large volume of patients daily; arriving early and carrying all relevant documents will reduce waiting time considerably.

Registration and OPD fees at Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital Prayagraj

All fees at a government medical college hospital are set by the Uttar Pradesh state administration and are subject to revision. Do not rely on third-party figures — confirm current amounts at the hospital counter or the official portal (mlnmc.edu.in) before your visit.

• OPD registration (general counter) — A nominal registration fee is charged at the OPD counter. The current amount is not published on the official website; confirm at the counter or on the OPD schedule board on the day of your visit.
• Specialist OPD consultation — Consultation charges at a government medical college OPD are heavily subsidised. Third-party directories list consultation fees in the range of Rs 300 per visit for certain departments; verify the current rate at the relevant department counter, as charges are set by the hospital administration and may be revised.
• Diagnostic tests (X-ray, blood, pathology) — Available at subsidised government rates through the hospital's diagnostic services. Costs vary by test; rates are posted at the diagnostic counters.
• BPL / Antodaya card holders — Patients holding a BPL (Below Poverty Line) ration card or Antodaya card are generally entitled to reduced or waived fees at government medical college hospitals in Uttar Pradesh. Carry your card and ask at the registration counter.
• Inpatient / surgical treatment — Rates follow the government schedule. Patients covered under PM-JAY or MMJAA are eligible for cashless treatment up to scheme limits; approach the Ayushman Mitra desk before admission.

Government schemes that help cover treatment at SRN Hospital

• Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY — SRN Hospital is empanelled under the Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana. Eligible families receive cashless coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary hospitalisation. Coverage includes more than 1,900 treatment packages across 27 specialties. There is no restriction on family size, and all pre-existing conditions are covered from the first day. Carry your Ayushman card and approach the Ayushman Mitra desk at the hospital for e-KYC verification and treatment authorisation.
• Mukhyamantri Jan Arogya Abhiyan (MMJAA) — The Government of Uttar Pradesh runs the MMJAA as a state-funded complement to PM-JAY, covering families who are not included in the PM-JAY SECC-2011 database but are otherwise economically vulnerable. Implementation is managed by SACHIS (State Agency for Comprehensive Health and Integrated Services). Contact the Ayushman Mitra desk or the SACHIS helpline to check eligibility.
• Ayushman Vay Vandana (Senior Citizens, 70+) — Since October 2024, all Indian citizens aged 70 years and above are eligible for AB PM-JAY coverage irrespective of income, under the Vay Vandana Card extension. Senior patients should carry a valid age-proof document along with their Ayushman card.
• Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) — Central Government employees, pensioners, and their dependents covered under CGHS are eligible for OPD consultations and referrals at government hospitals, including medical college hospitals. CGHS Prayagraj maintains a list of empanelled hospitals and diagnostic centres; check the current list at cghs.mohfw.gov.in or the CGHS Prayagraj office.
• BPL exemption — Patients holding a BPL or Antodaya card may be exempt from or eligible for reduced OPD and treatment charges. Present your card at the registration counter and ask the registration staff to note the exemption.

Rates shown are as per the Moti Lal Nehru Medical College Prayagraj — Official Website (2026) and are subject to periodic revision. Always verify the latest approved rates on the official source.

How to get an appointment at Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital Prayagraj

SRN Hospital operates as a walk-in OPD for most departments. The standard process is to arrive at the hospital, go to the OPD registration counter, and obtain a registration slip or token for the relevant department. The OPD registration counter opens on working days (Monday through Saturday); arrive early in the morning to collect your token, as the queue builds quickly at a busy government medical college hospital. The OPD session runs from approximately 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on working days, though you should confirm the current schedule on the official website (mlnmc.edu.in/opd-schedules/) or by calling the hospital at (0532) 2256507 before travelling.

The official MLNMC website (mlnmc.edu.in) lists an online appointment option through the hospital's Hospital Information System (HIS). The national Online Registration System portal (ors.gov.in) also lists government hospitals participating in central online OPD booking; check whether SRN Hospital appears in the ORS system for your required department before assuming online booking is available for that specialty. If in doubt, the walk-in counter process remains the reliable fallback for all departments.

Bring a valid photo identity document (Aadhaar card is widely accepted), your Ayushman / PM-JAY card if applicable, your BPL or CGHS card if applicable, and any previous medical records, prescriptions, or investigation reports relevant to your complaint. For follow-up visits, bring your OPD slip from the previous consultation, as it carries your registration number and department record.

How long it takes to get seen

SRN Hospital is one of the largest government hospitals serving Prayagraj and the surrounding districts; the OPD caters to a substantial volume of patients each working day. Waiting times from token collection to actual consultation vary considerably depending on the day of the week, the department, and when you arrive. Patients who arrive at or before the counter opens and are among the first to collect tokens typically wait the least. Arriving later in the morning, or on days following a public holiday, generally means longer waits.

Certain specialist departments — particularly Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology, and Urology — are in high demand and may have longer queues than general medicine or surgery OPDs. If you are being referred to a super-specialty department (Nephrology, Neurosurgery, CTVS), the department may work on a scheduled-appointment basis through the hospital's HIS or the ORS portal; check the OPD schedule PDF published on the official website for the current day-wise doctor assignment before visiting.

There is no publicly available official data on average consultation wait times. Patients and caregivers should budget at least half a day for the full visit — token collection, waiting, consultation, and collecting a prescription or referral slip — particularly on first visits.

What treatment costs and financial help is available

As a state-government medical college hospital, SRN Hospital provides OPD consultations, ward admissions, and surgical procedures at heavily subsidised rates that are a fraction of what private hospitals charge. The registration fee and consultation fee at the OPD counter are nominal; the exact current amounts are set by the Uttar Pradesh government and should be confirmed at the counter.

Patients who are PM-JAY or MMJAA beneficiaries receive cashless treatment for covered procedures without paying hospital bills up to the scheme limits. The Ayushman Mitra desk at the hospital guides patients through eligibility verification (e-KYC), pre-authorisation of treatment, and claims processing. The PM-JAY nodal officer at SRN Hospital can be reached at 7651843198 (as listed by scheme directories; verify this number is current before relying on it). Patients who are not enrolled in any scheme but hold a BPL card should present it at registration and ask about fee waivers.

Central Government employees and pensioners under CGHS can use their CGHS card for OPD consultation referrals at a government hospital and for covered inpatient procedures. Check the CGHS Prayagraj empanelment list at cghs.mohfw.gov.in for current coverage details.

Key departments at SRN Hospital

SRN Hospital and the associated MLNMC campus cover a broad range of clinical specialties. Departments confirmed through the official OPD schedule and associated sources include: General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics (including Paediatric Surgery at SN Children Hospital on campus), Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmology (at the attached MD Eye Hospital), Psychiatry, Dermatology, Dentistry, Cardiology, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Nephrology, Urology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Plastic Surgery, Radiation Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Cardiac and Thoracic Vascular Surgery (CTVS), Anaesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, and a Pain Clinic. Several super-specialty departments (Nephrology, Urology, Neurosurgery) operate under the PMSSY (Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana) infrastructure at MLNMC.

The Emergency Department at SRN Hospital functions around the clock. The Trauma Ward has 52 dedicated beds. For routine OPD, each department publishes a day-wise doctor assignment in the OPD schedule; consult the current PDF at mlnmc.edu.in/opd-schedules/ or the notice boards at the OPD registration area to find which doctor is available on the day you intend to visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book an appointment in advance to visit the OPD at SRN Hospital?

For most departments, SRN Hospital operates as a walk-in OPD. You collect a registration token at the OPD counter on arrival. The official MLNMC website mentions an online appointment facility through the hospital's HIS, and the national ORS portal (ors.gov.in) covers participating government hospitals — check both before your visit. If online booking is unavailable for your department, the walk-in counter process applies.

What documents should I carry to the OPD?

Carry a valid photo identity document (Aadhaar is widely accepted), your Ayushman / PM-JAY card if you are a scheme beneficiary, your BPL or Antodaya card if applicable, your CGHS card if you are a central government employee or pensioner, and any previous OPD slips, prescriptions, test reports, or imaging from earlier visits. Having these ready at the counter speeds up registration.

Is treatment at SRN Hospital free for PM-JAY beneficiaries?

Eligible PM-JAY beneficiaries can receive cashless inpatient treatment for covered procedures up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year at empanelled government hospitals, including SRN Hospital. Approach the Ayushman Mitra desk at the hospital before admission; the Mitra will verify your eligibility via e-KYC and process the pre-authorisation. Families not covered under PM-JAY may be eligible under the state-funded Mukhyamantri Jan Arogya Abhiyan (MMJAA) — ask at the Ayushman Mitra desk.

What are the OPD timings at SRN Hospital?

OPD operates on working days Monday through Saturday. Third-party sources list OPD hours as 10:00 am to 2:00 pm; however, official timings can change. Confirm the current schedule on the official website at mlnmc.edu.in/opd-schedules/ or by calling the hospital at (0532) 2256507 before your visit, especially around public holidays.

Which specialist departments are available, and how do I know which doctor is available on a given day?

The hospital covers a wide range of specialties including General Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopaedics, ENT, Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Dermatology, Oncology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology, and others. The OPD schedule PDF on the official website (mlnmc.edu.in/opd-schedules/) lists the day-wise doctor assignment for each department. Download or check the schedule before deciding which day to visit so that the relevant specialist is on duty.

Can I use CGHS at SRN Hospital?

SRN Hospital is a government medical college hospital. Central Government employees and pensioners covered under CGHS are eligible to use their CGHS entitlement for OPD consultations and inpatient referrals at government hospitals. For the current list of CGHS-empanelled facilities in Prayagraj and applicable rates, refer to the official CGHS website at cghs.mohfw.gov.in and select the Prayagraj wellness centre listing.

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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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