The ritual bathing of the Shivling with milk, water, honey and other offerings while Pandits chant the Rudri (Sri Rudram), one of the most loved Shiva pujas.
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Kashi · Banaras · Uttar Pradesh
Pujas & Pandit Booking in Varanasi
Book experienced Pandits in Kashi for Rudrabhishek, Pind Daan, Griha Pravesh and more, at your home, hotel or on the ghats of Banaras.
Why Varanasi
Why families book pujas in Varanasi
Varanasi, also known as Kashi and Banaras, is widely regarded as one of the holiest cities in Hinduism. For many families, performing a puja here, beside the Ganga, in the city of Lord Shiva, carries a meaning that is hard to find elsewhere.
The city has a long tradition of Vedic learning, and many Pandits here have grown up with the rituals that families travel to Varanasi to perform: Shiva worship, ancestral rites, graha shanti and sanskars. Whether you live in the city or are visiting for a few days, the challenge is usually finding the right Pandit and planning around timings, crowds and travel.
PujaKarma helps you describe what you need on WhatsApp and connects you with a Pandit for the ritual, whether it is at your home, your hotel or guest house, or at a riverside location where the rite is customarily performed.
गङ्गे च यमुने चैव गोदावरि सरस्वति।
नर्मदे सिन्धु कावेरि जलेऽस्मिन् सन्निधिं कुरु॥
Gaṅge ca yamune caiva godāvari sarasvati, narmade sindhu kāveri jale'smin sannidhiṁ kuru.
Popular in Varanasi
Popular pujas in Varanasi
Especially sought during Sawan and on Maha Shivratri, when the city is at its most devotional.
A holy rite in which families offer pindas to honour departed loved ones and ancestors, performed with care by experienced Pandits in Kashi, by the Ganga.
Details Book nowMany families travel to Varanasi to offer pind daan by the Ganga, particularly during Pitru Paksha.
Shiva PujasIn-person availableOnline availableMahamrityunjaya Jaap
1 to 11 days, depending on the chant count and number of Pandits
A sankalp-based chanting of the Mahamrityunjaya mantra by Pandits, commonly in counts like 11,000, 51,000 or 1.25 lakh, traditionally sought for strength and wellbeing.
Details Book nowOften arranged as a multi-day jaap by a group of Pandits, with the family joining in person or online.
Gentle, practical support for families immersing a loved one’s ashes in the Ganga at Varanasi, with a Pandit for the prayers and help with the arrangements.
Details Book nowImmersion is customarily done in the Ganga, often from a boat, with a Pandit guiding the rites.
A specialised Shraddha offering three pindas for ancestors who may not have received regular rites, usually chosen with guidance from the family priest.
Details Book nowIn Kashi this rite is traditionally associated with Pishach Mochan Kund.
A beloved household puja to Lord Vishnu as Satyanarayan, with the five-chapter Satyanarayan Katha, commonly held on Purnima or after a happy milestone.
Details Book nowA favourite for homes and guest houses, often held on Purnima or after a family milestone.
The traditional housewarming ritual for entering a new home, Ganesh puja, Vastu worship, havan and the family's first formal steps inside, at an auspicious muhurat.
Details Book nowPandits in Varanasi can guide the muhurat and full vidhi for your new home in the city.
Graha ShantiIn-person availableOnline availableKaal Sarp Dosh Puja
3 to 4 hours for the shanti puja; 1 to 3 days when extended Rahu Ketu jaap or Rudrabhishek is included
A traditional shanti puja performed for Kaal Sarp Yog, with Rahu Ketu mantras, Naga worship and Shiva abhishek, commonly on Nag Panchami, Amavasya or Mondays.
Details Book nowFamilies often combine it with other rites during a visit, with timing planned by the Pandit.
Traditions
Kashi's living ritual traditions
Daily life in Varanasi is shaped by ritual. Pilgrims take a dip in the Ganga at dawn, bells ring from temples through the old lanes, and each evening the aarti on the ghats draws visitors from around the world.
Alongside this public devotion, families come for deeply personal rites, offering pind daan and tarpan for their ancestors, performing abhishek to Lord Shiva, or marking a new home or a child's sanskar with a Pandit in the city many consider the most holy of all.
Ganga Aarti
The evening aarti on the ghats, with lamps, conch shells and chanting, is one of the most recognisable sights of Varanasi.
Ancestral rites on the ghats
Many families come to Kashi to offer pind daan, shraddha and tarpan by the Ganga, especially during Pitru Paksha.
Shiva worship in Kashi
Varanasi is traditionally known as the city of Lord Shiva, and Rudrabhishek and Mahamrityunjaya jaap are among the rites families seek most.
Sunrise on the Ganga
Early mornings are when many rituals begin, often after a Ganga snan as the sun rises over the river.
Local guides
Ritual guides for Varanasi
Detailed local guidance, timings, venues and planning tips, for rituals families most often book here.
- Rudrabhishek in Varanasi
- Maha Rudrabhishek in Varanasi
- Laghu Rudra in Varanasi
- Mahamrityunjaya Jaap in Varanasi
- Satyanarayan Puja in Varanasi
- Griha Pravesh Puja in Varanasi
- Vastu Shanti Puja in Varanasi
- Pind Daan in Varanasi
- Shraddha in Varanasi
- Tarpan in Varanasi
- Tripindi Shraddha in Varanasi
- Narayan Bali in Varanasi
- Pitru Dosha Puja in Varanasi
- Asthi Visarjan in Varanasi
- Navagraha Puja in Varanasi
- Kaal Sarp Dosh Puja in Varanasi
All rituals
Every puja available in Varanasi
Can't travel to Varanasi?
Living outside India or unable to travel? Where the ritual permits, you can book an online sankalp with a Varanasi Pandit, who performs the puja in Kashi while your family joins by video.
Explore online pujasAreas in Varanasi (Kashi / Banaras)
Pandits can typically visit homes, hotels and guest houses across Varanasi, including:
Pujas in Varanasi: frequently asked questions
Can I book a Pandit in Varanasi through PujaKarma?
Yes. Share the puja, date and location on WhatsApp and we will help connect you with a Pandit in Varanasi who performs that ritual.
Do Pandits come to hotels and guest houses?
Yes, many rituals can be performed at your hotel or guest house if the property allows it. For havans, check with the property about using a small fire indoors or on a terrace.
What is the best time to perform a puja in Varanasi?
It depends on the ritual. Shiva rites are especially popular during Sawan and Maha Shivratri, and ancestral rites during Pitru Paksha. Early mornings are common for rituals by the Ganga. The Pandit can suggest a suitable muhurat.
Can I perform Pind Daan in Varanasi?
Yes. Varanasi is one of the places many families choose for pind daan, shraddha and tarpan. Bring the names and gotra of the ancestors if you know them, and the Pandit will guide the rest.
Are Banaras, Kashi and Varanasi the same place?
Yes. Varanasi is the official name, while Kashi and Banaras are traditional names still widely used for the same city.
Which languages do the Pandits speak?
Rituals are conducted in Sanskrit, with explanations usually in Hindi. Some Pandits can also explain in English or other languages, mention your preference when you enquire.
How much does a puja in Varanasi cost?
It depends on the ritual, number of Pandits, samagri and venue. Pricing is shared on WhatsApp after understanding your requirements.
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