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CSIR OPD Consultation Fees Clarification 2026

CSIR OPD Consultation Fees Clarification 2026

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research

Anusandhan Bhawan, 2, Rafi Marg, New Delhi-110001

No.: 5-1(66)/2009-PD Date: 02.03.2026
Subject: Clarification regarding rates of OPD consultation fees as per the new CGHS rate list.

The Competent Authority has approved the forwarding of Office Memorandum No. 11030/168/2025-EHS(8378444) dated 13th January, 2026, issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, to all CSIR Labs, Institutes, and Units for guidance and compliance.

Key Clarifications Issued:

  • Super Specialist Consultation: OPD consultation charges at the rate of Rs. 700/- are admissible for consultations provided by Super Specialists (DM/MCh) in all CGHS-empanelled hospitals.
  • Eligibility: These rates apply only when the consultation is provided by a Super Specialist holding a recognized DM/MCh qualification in the concerned super-specialty discipline.
  • In-patient (IPD) Cases: A maximum of two consultations per day per specialist are admissible as per CGHS norms.

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