Guwahati: government and private prices for a plain (non-contrast) CT of the head, with the source and last-checked date for every figure.
Rs 1,353 to Rs 6,888
Rs 1,000 at GMCH Guwahati (Gauhati Medical College & Hospital)
Rs 1,000 at GMCH Guwahati (Gauhati Medical College & Hospital) (published tariff)
3 October 2026
CT Scan price in Guwahati: government vs private
Prices are for a plain (non-contrast) CT of the head. Government hospitals charge less but usually have waiting lists. Where a hospital does not publish its rate we say so, and any estimate is labelled.
| Where | Price | What it includes | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| GMCH Guwahati (Gauhati Medical College & Hospital) Lowest listed price Subsidised, longer wait Outpatient rate. Whole abdomen plain + contrast (OPD): Rs 2,100 (published tariff). |
Rs 1,000 | Procedure/test charge only (per list); contrast/consumables listed separately where applicable | Published tariff GMCH 'Service List' (Available Services with rates at GMCH, Guwahati) – gmch.assam.gov.in |
| Narayana Health (via Bajaj Finserv Health): CT Scan Brain Single Plain Price listed on a third-party booking platform for this centre. |
Rs 2,800 | Not itemised; 'Plain' = without contrast; lab visit | Quote Bajaj Finserv Health (booking platform listing; price set per named partner centre) |
| Private hospitals and diagnostic centres in Guwahati (typical) Our estimate; not a quote from any hospital. Basis: Previous modelled range kept: internally consistent and contains the 1 published or quoted private price we found for this test in Guwahati. |
Rs 1,353 to Rs 6,888 | Base procedure; items listed under "what a quote leaves out" are extra | Estimate WhatsTheCost estimate |
| CGHS rate: Tier II city, NABH hospital Reference rate CT head/brain without contrast (NCCT). Rate CGHS pays empanelled private hospitals, not a cash price. |
Rs 932 | Investigation rate; uniform irrespective of ward entitlement. Plain (non-contrast). | Published tariff CGHS rate list (OM dated 03.10.2025), cghs.mohfw.gov.in |
CT Scan cost in Guwahati by type
Our estimates by type of CT scan in Guwahati. These are modelled ranges, not quotes.
| Type | Private price in Guwahati | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Plain CT (head or chest) | Rs 1,353 to Rs 6,888 | Estimate |
| Contrast CT (abdomen or pelvis) | Rs 2,460 to Rs 12,300 | Estimate |
| CT Angiography | Rs 3,936 to Rs 21,648 | Estimate |
| HRCT Chest | Rs 1,968 to Rs 9,840 | Estimate |
| PET-CT (whole body) | Rs 8,610 to Rs 44,280 | Estimate |
What a CT scan quote often leaves out
- Contrast dye, often billed separately from the scan fee
- Radiologist reporting charges at some centres
- Films or a CD copy of the images
- Repeat scans if the first images are unusable
Ask for an itemised, all-inclusive quote in writing before the procedure.
Where CT scan is done in Guwahati
Private hospitals and centres in Guwahati include Apollo Hospitals Guwahati, Nemcare Hospital, GNRC Hospitals, Downtown Hospital and Health City Hospital. We list them so you know where to ask. We have not found published prices from them unless they appear in the table above, and we do not rank or recommend any of them.
Prices & sources
Last checked: 3 October 2026. We re-check published tariffs at least every six months and correct errors when they are reported. See how we research prices and our data sources.
- GMCH 'Service List' (Available Services with rates at GMCH, Guwahati) – gmch.assam.gov.in · Published tariff · checked 3 October 2026
- Bajaj Finserv Health (booking platform listing; price set per named partner centre) · Quote · checked 3 October 2026
- WhatsTheCost estimate · Estimate · checked 3 October 2026
- CGHS rate list (OM dated 03.10.2025), cghs.mohfw.gov.in · Published tariff, document dated 2025-10-03 · checked 3 October 2026
Frequently asked questions: CT Scan cost in Guwahati
How much does a CT scan cost in Guwahati in 2026?
For a plain (non-contrast) CT of the head, private hospitals and centres in Guwahati charge about Rs 1,353 to Rs 6,888. Government option: GMCH Guwahati (Gauhati Medical College & Hospital), Rs 1,000 (published tariff). The type of study and add-ons such as contrast, sedation, implants or biopsy change the final bill.
Where is a CT scan cheapest in Guwahati?
The lowest actual price listed on this page is Rs 1,000 at GMCH Guwahati (Gauhati Medical College & Hospital) (published tariff, checked 3 October 2026). It is a subsidised government rate, so expect a queue and less choice of slot. Prices change, so confirm the current rate with the facility before you go.
What does a CT scan cost at GMCH Guwahati (Gauhati Medical College & Hospital)?
Rs 1,000 for a plain (non-contrast) CT of the head, according to GMCH ‘Service List’ (Available Services with rates at GMCH, Guwahati) – gmch.assam.gov.in (published tariff). Outpatient rate. Whole abdomen plain + contrast (OPD): Rs 2,100 (published tariff). Expect a waiting list and confirm the current rate before you go.
Is a CT scan cheaper at a diagnostic centre than at a hospital?
Often, for the same study, because standalone centres have lower overheads. Check that the quote is for the same region and the same plain or contrast protocol.
Plain CT or contrast CT: what is the difference in cost?
A contrast study needs an injected dye and more monitoring, so it costs more than a plain scan of the same region. Your doctor decides which one is needed.
Does insurance or Ayushman Bharat cover it?
Health insurance usually pays when the procedure is part of a hospital admission or an approved day-care claim; purely outpatient tests depend on your policy’s OPD cover. Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY covers listed packages at empanelled hospitals for eligible families, and diagnostic scans are generally paid as part of an admitted package rather than as standalone outpatient tests. Ask the hospital’s insurance or scheme desk before the procedure, not at billing.
Disclaimer: This page explains prices for general information and education. It is not medical advice and does not recommend any hospital, centre or doctor. Figures marked Estimate are our modelled ranges, not quotes. Published tariffs can change without notice, and the final bill depends on your case. Confirm the current price with the facility and ask a qualified doctor which test or treatment you need.