Best Pediatrician in Kolkata

Doctar lists 181 verified pediatricians in Kolkata, with consultation fees ranging from ₹50 to ₹1,500 (average ₹616) and average experience of 19+ years. Among the top-rated by combined experience and reviews are Dr. Atanu Kumar Jana (4.5★, 43 years) and Dr. Krishnendu Choudhury (4.9★, 41 years). All 181 doctors have same-day appointment availability, and profiles can be filtered by locality, fee, and experience directly on Doctar.

best pediatrician in Kolkata

Medically reviewed by: Dr. Jayati Sengupta, MBBS, MD – Pediatrics Last updated: August 21, 2026

How we rank these doctors

This page is built from Doctar's live Kolkata pediatrician directory (181 verified profiles as of August 21, 2026). Doctar's ranking combines three transparent factors shown on each profile: verified patient reviews, years of clinical experience, and documented qualifications (MBBS plus MD/DCH/MRCPCH or equivalent). Two rankings appear below — top-rated by reviews, and top by experience alone — since the most-reviewed pediatrician isn't always the most experienced one, and parents may prioritize differently. Ratings, fees, and slot availability shift as bookings and reviews come in, so treat these as a snapshot and check the live Doctar page before booking.

Top-rated pediatricians in Kolkata

Other highly rated pediatricians on Doctar, ranked by review score, include Dr. Krishnendu Choudhury (4.9★, 41 years, Alipore), Dr. N K Taparia (4.7★, 45 years, Ballygunge), and Dr. Bimalendu Saha (4.7★, 45 years, Kalikapur) — full profiles and fees are on their live Doctar pages.

Top 5 by experience alone: Dr. Bimalendu Saha and Dr. N K Taparia (45 years each), Dr. Biswanath Mukhopadhyay (45 years), Dr. Arun Mukhopadhyay (45 years), and Dr. Atanu Kumar Jana (43 years).

Fees & experience at a glance

• Fee range: ₹50–₹1,500, averaging ₹616 per consultation

• Fee breakdown: 2 doctors under ₹300; 121 doctors between ₹300–₹600; 28 doctors between ₹600–₹1,000; 30 doctors above ₹1,000

• Experience spread: 3 doctors with 0–5 years; 31 with 5–10 years; 86 with 10–20 years; 61 with 20+ years

• Average rating: 4.6★ across 586 verified patient reviews

• Languages: English, Hindi, and Bengali

• Availability: all 181 listed pediatricians show same-day slots

Conditions this specialty treats

Based on Doctar's most-searched pediatrician queries for Kolkata, parents most often look for help with child fever, baby cough and cold, child vaccination, and newborn checkups. Several listed doctors also cover pediatric subspecialties — Dr. Subhasis Saha practices pediatric surgery (DNB, MCh), and Dr. Rajiv Sinha and Dr. Soumen Meur hold MRCPCH (UK) credentials alongside general pediatrics.

Browse by locality

• Pediatricians in Mukundapur, Kolkata

• Pediatricians in Kasba, Kolkata

• Pediatricians in Ballygunge, Kolkata

• Pediatricians in Salt Lake, Kolkata

• Pediatricians in Jodhpur Park, Kolkata

Mukundapur has the deepest concentration of listed pediatricians, largely clustered around Manipal Hospitals (formerly AMRI).

What patients say

Doctar's Kolkata pediatrician listings carry an aggregate 4.6★ rating across 586 verified reviews. Platform-level feedback from Doctar users (not doctor-specific quotes) frequently mentions that profiles feel transparent and that locality-based search makes it easy to narrow down a nearby specialist. No specific patient quotes are reproduced here, since we can't independently verify authorship of individual reviews — read full, attributed reviews directly on each doctor's Doctar profile before booking.

FAQ

Who is the best pediatrician in Kolkata?

Among Doctar's 181 verified Kolkata pediatricians, Dr. Atanu Kumar Jana (4.5★, 43 years, Mukundapur) and Dr. Krishnendu Choudhury (4.9★, 41 years, Alipore) rank among the top by combined experience and patient reviews. "Best" depends on your child's needs, locality, and whether you want a general pediatrician or a subspecialist.

How much does a pediatrician cost in Kolkata?

Consultation fees for pediatricians in Kolkata on Doctar range from ₹50 to ₹1,500, averaging around ₹616 per visit. Most listed doctors (121 of 181) fall in the ₹300–₹600 range. The exact fee for each doctor is shown on their profile before you confirm a booking.

What age range does a pediatrician treat?

Pediatricians treat patients from birth through age 18. Visit frequency is highest in the first two years for growth checks and vaccinations, then typically shifts to annual well-child visits.

Which Kolkata pediatricians on Doctar have the most experience?

Dr. Bimalendu Saha and Dr. N K Taparia lead with 45 years each, followed by Dr. Biswanath Mukhopadhyay and Dr. Arun Mukhopadhyay at 45 years, and Dr. Atanu Kumar Jana at 43 years, based on Doctar's live Kolkata directory.

Can I book a same-day appointment with a pediatrician in Kolkata?

Yes. All 181 verified pediatricians listed on Doctar for Kolkata show same-day appointment availability, with both in-clinic and, for many doctors, online consultation options.

Where in Kolkata are most pediatricians located?

Doctar's Kolkata pediatrician listings are most concentrated in Mukundapur, Kasba, Ballygunge, Salt Lake, and Jodhpur Park, with a notable cluster at Manipal Hospitals (formerly AMRI) in Mukundapur.

Is Doctar's pediatrician list in Kolkata free to search and book?

Yes. Searching and booking any of the 181 verified pediatricians in Kolkata on Doctar is free. You pay only the doctor's own consultation fee, shown upfront on each profile, with no hidden platform charges.