Can I book Rahu Ketu Pooja online?
Yes. The AP Temples portal run by the Andhra Pradesh Endowments Department lists darshan, sevas and accommodation for Srikalahasti. You can also buy tickets at the pooja counter inside the temple.
Step-by-step
- Open the AP Temples portal and choose Srikalahasti.
- Open the Sevas section and pick Rahu Ketu Pooja (Sarpadosha Nivarana Puja).
- Select the date and the ticket category.
- Enter the devotee details and photo ID information.
- Pay online and save the e-ticket.
- Carry the e-ticket and your photo ID to the temple.
Screens and rules can change, so follow the instructions on the portal.
Stay safe from fake sites
The portal states that it does not authorise agents or third-party agencies for online booking. Avoid websites and people who sell "confirmed slots". See our guide on how to avoid brokers.
Plan your day
Pooja runs from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. If you want it during Rahu Kalam, reach the temple 1 to 2 hours before it starts.
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Do I need ID?
Carry your Aadhaar card or another photo ID.
Can I still buy a ticket at the temple?
Yes. Tickets are sold at the pooja counter inside the temple.
Srikalahasti Temple at a glance
- Darshan: 5:30 AM to 9:30 PM (Sat to Mon), 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM (Tue to Fri)
- Rahu Ketu Pooja: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily, tickets ₹500 to ₹5,000
- Booking: AP Temples portal or the temple counters
- Distance: about 38 km from Tirupati and 110 km from Chennai
- Languages: English, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam