Sarnath · Varanasi
Ayyappa Puja in Sarnath
Worship of Lord Ayyappa, the presiding deity of Sabarimala, traditionally performed during the Mandala season and by devotees observing deeksha. Book an experienced Pandit for your home or venue in Sarnath, Varanasi.
- Location
- Sarnath, Varanasi
- Duration
- 2 to 4 hours
- Where
- At your home or venue
- Dakshina
- On WhatsApp
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- Dakshina
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- Duration
- 2 to 4 hours
At home in Sarnath
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Overview
Ayyappa Puja for families in Sarnath
Ayyappa Puja is the worship of Lord Ayyappa, also called Dharma Sastha and Manikanta, the deity of the Sabarimala temple in Kerala. Every year, from around November to January, lakhs of devotees across South India keep a strict deeksha of prayer, simplicity and discipline before making the pilgrimage.
Sarnath, a few kilometres north-east of central Varanasi, is revered around the world as the place where the Buddha gave his first sermon after enlightenment. Its stupas, monasteries and museum draw pilgrims and visitors from many countries throughout the year.
वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥
Planning Your Puja in Sarnath
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Pandits who perform Ayyappa Puja the traditional way, in your language.
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Pandits who have learned the rituals in the traditional way and perform the full vidhi.
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North Indian, Telugu, Kannada and Tamil customs followed as your family practises them.
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Complete Vidhi
Every step of the ritual performed in order, as your family's tradition prescribes.
Samagri Guidance
A samagri list suited to your vidhi shared before the day. Samagri is extra, at a cost agreed with Pandit ji.
Muhurat Checked
Date and start time chosen with the Pandit according to the panchang.
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Ayyappa Puja Traditions in Varanasi
- Pandits familiar with Ayyappa vidhi are few in Varanasi; enquire well in advance.
- A full Padi Puja needs space for the eighteen steps setup.
- This is an in person puja only.
How It Is Performed
Procedure
- 1Setting up the shrine
- 2Ganesh Pujan and sankalpam
- 3Abhishekam and alankaram
- 4Padi Puja
- 5Bhajans and archana
- 6Harati and prasadam
Usually included
- Experienced Pandit familiar with Ayyappa puja traditions
- Sankalpam for the devotees and families
- Guidance on setting up the shrine and samagri
- Padi Puja, archana and harati as per tradition
- Help choosing a suitable date during the season
Samagri
- Image of Lord Ayyappa
- Shrine with eighteen steps for Padi Puja
- Black or blue cloth as per custom
- Flowers and garlands
- Oil or ghee lamps for each step
- Sandalwood, vibhuti, kumkum and akshat
- Coconuts, including ghee filled coconuts for Irumudi where relevant
- Fruits and sweets for prasadam
- Camphor and incense
Samagri for Sarnath is at an additional cost, agreed after discussion with Pandit ji.
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Very smooth experience from booking to completion. Panditji was punctual and explained every ritual patiently.
Ananya Rao Online · Bengaluru Griha Pravesh PujaPanditji was punctual and very knowledgeable. He explained each step of the puja clearly.
Amit Sharma Online · Delhi Griha Pravesh Puja
Booked through WhatsApp and the process was very easy. The puja was performed beautifully.
Ramesh Kumar Online · Bengaluru Satyanarayan PujaBooking was extremely easy. The entire puja was conducted beautifully and peacefully.
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Muhurat Guidance
Help choosing an auspicious date and time, and a Pandit who arrives on time.
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Ayyappa Puja in Sarnath: FAQs
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Can a Pandit come to my home in Sarnath for Ayyappa Puja?
Yes. Share your location in Sarnath, your preferred date and your family's tradition on WhatsApp. We confirm a Pandit who can come to your home, apartment or venue in and around Sarnath, Varanasi, along with timing and pricing before you book.
How far in advance should I book Ayyappa Puja in Sarnath?
For popular muhurat dates and festival seasons, it helps to enquire a week or two ahead where possible. For other dates, shorter notice is often manageable, we confirm availability on WhatsApp.
How much does Ayyappa Puja cost in Varanasi?
The cost depends on the vidhi, the number of Pandits and travel within Varanasi. Samagri is not included in the dakshina; it is at an additional cost, agreed after discussion with Pandit ji. We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after understanding your requirements, before you confirm anything.
Can Padi Puja be done in Varanasi?
A Padi Puja can be arranged where a suitable setup and Pandit are available. Please enquire early with your dates.
What is Ayyappa Padi Puja?
It is a puja in which a small shrine with eighteen steps is set up and a lamp is lit on each step with prayers and bhajans. It is usually held by devotees on deeksha during the Mandala season.
Can Padi Puja be held at home or in an apartment?
Yes. Many families host it at home or in their apartment community hall. We help you plan the space, timing and samagri.
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