Typical prices in 2026
| Service | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Child psychologist session (50–60 min) | ₹500–₹3,000 | Higher in metro cities and for senior clinicians |
| Psychiatrist consultation | About ₹1,500–₹3,000 | A brief opinion; a full evaluation costs more |
| Comprehensive psychological or ADHD assessment (private) | About ₹5,000–₹25,000 | Depends on the tests, report and feedback sessions |
| Government hospital assessment | Free or low cost (often a few hundred rupees) | Waiting lists can run to months |
| Mores game-based observation | ₹499 per session; ₹2,499 for seven | Not a diagnosis; a first look at patterns |
Indian clinics rarely publish fees, so these ranges come from the published prices and guides listed under Sources. Treat them as a guide, not a quote.
What drives the cost
- Which tests are used. An ADHD evaluation may include rating scales, an interview and observation. A full assessment may add IQ, learning or language tests.
- Who does it. Psychiatrists, developmental pediatricians and senior clinical psychologists charge more.
- How many visits. Many assessments take two or three sessions plus a feedback meeting.
- The written report. Some clinics include it; some charge separately.
- City and setting. Hospital-based evaluations in metro cities usually cost the most.
Questions to ask before you book
- What exactly is included: which tests, how many sessions, the report and a feedback meeting?
- Who will see my child, and are they RCI-registered or medically qualified?
- Will you ask my child's teacher for input?
- Will I get a written report I can share with the school or another doctor?
- What happens next if a difficulty is found: do you offer support, or refer on?
Does insurance cover a child assessment?
Most standard health insurance policies in India do not cover psychological assessments. Some plans cover part of the cost of psychiatric consultations or hospital-based care. Check your policy wording, or ask your insurer directly.
Where a ₹499 game fits
Mores is not a cheaper version of an assessment. It is a different thing: a 12-minute observation of how your child plays, with a plain-word report you can take to your pediatrician. If you are unsure whether to spend ₹5,000 or more on an assessment, it can give you concrete examples to discuss first. See ways to assess a child in India.
Common questions
- How much does an ADHD diagnosis cost in India?
- Private ADHD evaluations are commonly advertised at about ₹5,000 to ₹25,000, depending on the tests and the clinician. A basic psychiatric assessment can cost less. Government hospitals are free or low cost but have longer waits.
- How much does a child psychologist charge per session in India?
- Usually ₹500 to ₹3,000 per session, depending on the city and the clinician's experience.
- Is a child IQ test expensive in India?
- An IQ test is usually part of a wider psychological assessment and priced within it. Ask the clinic for the cost of the specific tests they plan to use.
Not a diagnosis. This guide is general information, not medical advice. If you are worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician. Written by the Mores Health team from the sources below; it has not yet been reviewed by a clinician.