Lord Chitragupta
Chitragupta Puja
Worship of Lord Chitragupta, keeper of the record of deeds, with the traditional kalam dawat (pen and inkpot) puja on Bhai Dooj, observed especially by Kayastha families.
- Duration
- 1 to 1.5 hours
- Mode
- In-person & online
- Category
- Deity Pujas
- Dakshina
- Starting at ₹3,100
Also known as: Chitragupta Pujan, Kalam Dawat Puja, Dawat Puja
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- Dakshina
- Starting at ₹3,100
- Duration
- 1 to 1.5 hours
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Online puja, live on video
Sankalp in your family's name, performed by a Pandit while you join live from anywhere.
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Overview
What is Chitragupta Puja?
Lord Chitragupta is revered as the divine record keeper who notes the good and bad deeds of every being. His puja is observed with great devotion by Kayastha families across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Delhi, and by many others who see him as the patron of writing, accounts and learning.
The main day is Kartik Shukla Dwitiya, the day of Bhai Dooj, two days after Diwali. Families place pens, inkpots, account books and today often laptops before the deity. A special custom is to write the family's income and expenses, or the name of Lord Ram, on a fresh sheet of paper and offer it to Chitragupta ji.
After the puja, pens and books are traditionally not used until the next morning. A Pandit performs the sankalp, the Chitragupta katha and the aarti, and explains the meaning of each custom in simple Hindi so that the children in the family can follow.
Significance of Chitragupta Puja
वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥
Chitragupta ji is associated with justice, honesty and careful accounting. Worshipping him is a reminder to keep one's deeds and dealings truthful through the year.
Because he is the patron of the pen, the puja is especially meaningful for students, writers, accountants, lawyers and anyone whose work depends on records and learning.
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Who and When to Perform
Who performs it
- Kayastha families who observe the puja every year after Diwali
- Students seeking blessings for their studies and exams
- Professionals in accounts, law, writing and administration
- Business families who begin new account books
When to perform
- Kartik Shukla Dwitiya, on Bhai Dooj, two days after Diwali
- Chitragupta Jayanti in Chaitra, observed by some families
- Morning or the auspicious muhurat shared by the Pandit
Traditionally Associated With
- Traditionally associated with blessings for learning, writing and work
- Devotees pray for honesty and good conduct in their dealings
- Seen as an auspicious start for new account books after Diwali
- Keeps alive a much loved family and community tradition
These are traditional beliefs associated with the ritual. Pujas are acts of devotion and are not a substitute for medical, financial or professional advice.
Chitragupta Puja Procedure
How the puja is performed, step by step.
- 1
Setting up the altar
An image of Chitragupta ji is placed on a chowki with a kalash, and the family's pens, inkpot, books, account registers or laptops are arranged before it.
- 2
Ganesh Pujan and sankalp
The Pandit begins with Ganesh Pujan and takes the sankalp with the names and gotra of the family members.
- 3
Chitragupta puja and kalam dawat pujan
Roli, akshat, flowers and sweets are offered to Chitragupta ji, and the pens and inkpot are worshipped as his symbols.
- 4
Writing the offering
Each family member writes on a fresh sheet, traditionally the household's income and expenses, a prayer or the name of Lord Ram, and offers it at the altar.
- 5
Katha and aarti
The Pandit narrates the Chitragupta katha in Hindi, followed by aarti and distribution of prasad.
The exact vidhi varies by region and family tradition, your Pandit will follow your customs.
Samagri (Puja Materials)
- Image or murti of Chitragupta ji
- New pen, inkpot and blank paper
- Account books, school books or registers
- Kalash, mango leaves and coconut
- Roli, chandan, akshat and haldi
- Flowers and garlands
- Sweets, fruits and panchamrit
- Ghee diya, camphor and incense
Samagri can be arranged on request. We'll share a list suited to your vidhi before the day.
What's Included
Usually included
- Experienced Pandit for the sankalp, puja and katha
- Kalam dawat pujan with the family
- Explanation of customs in simple Hindi
- Aarti and prasad guidance
Not included
- Samagri, unless arranged on request
- Travel beyond the service area
- Dakshina customs, which vary by family and are discussed openly
Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours. Inclusions are confirmed for your booking on WhatsApp.
At Home or Online
In-person puja
A Pandit performs the ritual at your home, office or chosen venue in Varanasi or Prayagraj or Hyderabad or Bangalore or Delhi or Gurugram or Noida or Mumbai or Pune. We help with muhurat, samagri and preparation.
Online puja
- · Share the family members' names and gotra on WhatsApp
- · Keep pens, an inkpot, blank paper and books ready at home
- · The Pandit guides the puja and kalam dawat pujan live on video
Chitragupta Puja across regions
The same ritual goes by different names in different traditions. Whichever name your family uses, we can help.
- Kalam Dawat PujaHindi
- Dawat PujaHindi
- Chitragupta PujanHindi
- Chitragupt PujaSpelling variant
- Chitragupta PoojaSpelling variant
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Chitragupta Puja FAQs
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When is Chitragupta Puja performed?
It is mainly performed on Kartik Shukla Dwitiya, the day of Bhai Dooj, two days after Diwali. We confirm the muhurat for that year when you enquire.
Why are pens and books not used after the puja?
By custom the pen and books are offered to Chitragupta ji for the day, and families resume writing the next morning after a short prayer.
Can non Kayastha families perform Chitragupta Puja?
Yes. Although it is especially observed by Kayastha families, anyone who wishes to seek Chitragupta ji's blessings for learning and work can perform it.
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