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Find the top psychiatrist in Kolkata based on verified ratings, experience and hospital affiliation. Compare 122 doctors, see fees (₹100–₹5,500), and book a free, same-day appointment on Doctar.
Doctar lists 122 verified psychiatrists in Kolkata, and the top psychiatrist in Kolkata by patient rating is currently Dr. Debasish Sanyal at 4.9★ with 31 years' experience, followed by Dr. Prof Col Pradyot Sarkar at 4.7★ with 42 years' experience. Consultation fees range from ₹100 to ₹5,500 (average around ₹648), and 119 of the 122 listed doctors have appointments available today.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Riya Ghosh, MSc – Clinical Psychology Last updated: 21 August 2026
To identify the top psychiatrist in Kolkata for each patient's needs, Doctar combines verified patient ratings, years of clinical experience, hospital or clinic accreditation, and confirmed medical qualifications pulled directly from each doctor's profile. No doctor pays for placement or a higher position on this page — rankings reflect the same transparent criteria across every listing, visible on each individual profile before you book.
Doctor | Experience | Rating | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
31 yrs | 4.9★ (6 reviews) | Behala | |
42 yrs | 4.7★ (6 reviews) | Salt Lake | |
28 yrs | 4.7★ (6 reviews) | New Alipore | |
34 yrs | 4.6★ (6 reviews) | Gariahat | |
32 yrs | 4.6★ (7 reviews) | Salt Lake | |
28 yrs | 4.6★ (7 reviews) | Salt Lake | |
28 yrs | 4.6★ (7 reviews) | Park Street | |
18 yrs | 4.4★ (6 reviews) | Mukundapur, Manipal Hospitals (AMRI) |
Ratings, availability and fees change as new bookings and reviews come in — visit the live Psychiatrist in Kolkata page for current numbers before booking.
Fee breakdown across the 122 listed psychiatrists in Kolkata:
Fee Range | Doctors |
|---|---|
Under ₹300 | 1 |
₹300 – ₹600 | 97 |
₹600 – ₹1,000 | 7 |
Above ₹1,000 | 17 |
Experience spread:
Experience | Doctors |
|---|---|
0–5 years | 3 |
5–10 years | 30 |
10–20 years | 72 |
20+ years | 17 |
Average experience across the panel is 15+ years, and consultations are available in English, Hindi and Bengali.
The top psychiatrists in Kolkata diagnose and manage depression, anxiety and panic disorders, bipolar disorder, sleep problems such as insomnia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, stress-related conditions, and substance use or addiction concerns. Many also handle ongoing medication management alongside first-time evaluations. First visits requiring a full assessment are generally best done in-clinic, while follow-ups and second opinions are well suited to online consultations.
Psychiatrists listed on Doctar in Kolkata hold an average rating of 4.6★ across 192 verified patient reviews. Reviews are collected only from confirmed visits and cover treatment quality, wait times and bedside manner, helping patients identify a top psychiatrist in Kolkata suited to their needs. Averages shift as new reviews come in, so check the individual doctor's profile for the latest rating before booking.
Based on verified patient ratings among Doctar's 122 listed psychiatrists in Kolkata, Dr. Debasish Sanyal (4.9★, 31 years) currently ranks highest, followed by Dr. Prof Col Pradyot Sarkar (4.7★, 42 years). Rankings combine patient reviews, experience and qualifications — compare full profiles before booking.
Consultation fees among Kolkata's top-rated psychiatrists generally fall between ₹500 and ₹2,500, though the full range across all 122 listed doctors runs from ₹100 to ₹5,500. Fees depend on experience, hospital affiliation and consultation mode, and are shown upfront on each profile.
A top-rated psychiatrist on Doctar is ranked using verified patient reviews, years of clinical experience, hospital or clinic accreditation, and confirmed qualifications — never by payment for placement. Profiles display these details transparently so patients can judge the ranking criteria themselves.
Several of Kolkata's highest-rated psychiatrists practise in and around Salt Lake, with others based in Behala, Gariahat, New Alipore and Park Street. Use the locality filter on Doctar to find a verified, top-rated psychiatrist close to where you live or work.
Kolkata's top-rated psychiatrists on Doctar generally hold an MBBS along with an MD in Psychiatry, and some carry additional postgraduate qualifications or decades of hospital-based practice. Each doctor's specific degrees and registration are listed on their individual Doctar profile.
Yes — 119 of the 122 listed psychiatrists in Kolkata have same-day appointments, and many top-rated doctors offer both online and in-clinic consultations. Online visits suit follow-ups well, while first-time evaluations are usually better done in person.
Yes. Searching for and booking any of the 122 verified psychiatrists in Kolkata on Doctar, including top-rated doctors, is free. You only pay the doctor's own consultation fee, shown upfront on their profile, with no hidden platform charges.
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