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Srikalahasti Temple

Sri Kalahasteeswara Swamy Vari Devasthanam

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Temple Timings

Daily opening & closing timings, important information.

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Rahu Ketu Pooja

Timings, procedure, booking information.

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Darshan

Darshan types, queue system and visitor details.

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How to Reach

Tirupati, Chennai, Railway, Airport and local transport.

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5:30 AM – 9 PMDarshan, open daily
6 AM – 6 PMRahu Ketu Pooja
₹500 – ₹5,000Pooja ticket range
38 kmFrom Tirupati

Daily Panchang

Monday · Sunrise 6:01 AM · Sunset 5:54 PM
🌙 TithiShukla Dwitiyatill 10:17 PM
⭐ NakshatraSwatitill 11:55 PM
🧘 YogaVishkambhatill 8:35 PM
☀️ KaranaBalavatill 9:54 AM
🐍 Rahu Kalam7:30 AM – 9:00 AMFavoured time for Rahu Ketu Pooja
⚰️ Yama Gandam10:30 AM – 12:00 PMInauspicious period
🌑 Gulika Kalam1:30 PM – 3:00 PMInauspicious period
✨ Abhijit Muhurat11:34 AM – 12:21 PMFavourable for darshan

Rahu Kalam, Yama Gandam and Gulika Kalam use the standard 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM timings. Tithi, nakshatra, yoga and karana are calculated for Srikalahasti at sunrise and are approximate. For festival dates follow the temple announcements.

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Srikalahasti temple gopuram at sunset
About Srikalahasti

The Sacred Abode of Lord Shiva

Srikalahasti is one of the most revered Shaiva temples in India, known for its spiritual energy, rich history and unique Rahu Ketu Pooja. The temple is situated on the banks of the Swarnamukhi River and is a symbol of faith, devotion and timeless tradition.

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Sri Kalahasteeswara Swamy Vari Devasthanam at Srikalahasti, in Tirupati District of Andhra Pradesh, is one of the five Pancha Bhuta Shiva temples and the best-known place for Rahu Ketu Pooja. Use this site to check temple timings today, Rahu Ketu Pooja ticket prices, online booking and how to avoid brokers. Plan your trip with guides for Tirupati to Srikalahasti, Chennai to Srikalahasti and Bangalore to Srikalahasti, find hotels near Srikalahasti temple, and read about Maha Shivaratri, the temple history and the daily Rahu Kalam. Also available in తెలుగు, हिन्दी, தமிழ், ಕನ್ನಡ and മലയാളം.

Frequently asked questions

What are the Srikalahasti temple darshan timings?

Darshan runs from 5:30 AM to 9:30 PM on Saturday to Monday and 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM on Tuesday to Friday. Confirm on festival days.

What are the Rahu Ketu Pooja timings?

The pooja is performed daily from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM in batches.

How much does Rahu Ketu Pooja cost?

Tickets are ₹500, ₹750, ₹1,500, ₹2,500 and ₹5,000 depending on the category.

Can I book Rahu Ketu Pooja online?

Yes. You can book on the AP Temples portal, and tickets are also sold at the temple counters. Avoid agents who charge extra.

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Darshan & Sevas

Srikalahasti temple darshan timings, special entry, daily seva schedule, abhishekam slots and how to book sevas.

Updated 12 October 2026

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Services at a glance

Book online on the AP Temples portal or buy at the temple counters.

Darshan

General darshan is free for all devotees through the regular queue. Paid special entry tickets are available at the counters for a shorter wait. Fees for special entry have been revised from time to time, so check the counter for the current amount.

TypeDetails
General darshanFree; regular queue. Waits are usually shortest on weekday mornings.
Special entry darshanPaid ticket, separate queue; useful for elders and short visits
Seva darshanIncluded when you perform abhishekam or Rahu Ketu Pooja

Daily schedule

ServiceSat – MonTue – Fri
Gopooja4:30 – 5:00 AM5:00 – 5:30 AM
Suprabhata Seva5:00 – 5:30 AM5:30 – 6:00 AM
Darshanam5:30 AM – 9:30 PM5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Abhishekam5:30, 6:30 and 10:00 AM6:00, 7:00 and 10:00 AM
Pradosha abhishekam5:00 PM5:00 PM (Tue – Thu), 4:00 PM (Fri)
Rahu Ketu Pooja6:00 AM – 6:00 PM6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Timings are as published by the Devasthanam and can change on festival days. Confirm at the temple counters.

Sevas

Daily sevas include Gopooja, Suprabhata Seva and Abhishekam, along with the Rahu Ketu Pooja. Sevas are offered both in person (pratyaksha) and on behalf of devotees who cannot attend (paroksha), as listed by the temple office.

Pooja booking

Darshan, sevas and Rahu Ketu Pooja can be booked online on the AP Temples portal, and tickets are also sold at the temple counters. Be careful with agents who sell "confirmed slots".

  • Book Rahu Ketu Pooja on the AP Temples portal or buy at the pooja counter inside the temple
  • Free and special entry darshan tickets are taken at the temple counters
  • Reach the counter at least 30 minutes before your slot
Pay only on the AP Temples portal or at the temple counters. Agents or websites that sell "confirmed slots" are not run by the temple.

Seva timings

See the daily schedule above for gopooja, suprabhata seva and abhishekam slots. Timings differ slightly between Saturday to Monday and Tuesday to Friday.

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