What is Annaprashana?
Annaprashana is the ceremony of a baby’s first solid food, one of the sixteen samskaras. It takes 1 to 1.5 hours with 1 pandit.
Verified pandits for Annaprashana in Bengaluru
These 2 pandits have been approved by the Rutviju team and perform Annaprashana. Open a profile to see the languages, experience and every puja they do, and book directly.
Annaprashana in Bengaluru
The ceremony follows your family’s custom.
Well-known temples in and around Bengaluru
- Banashankari Temple
- ISKCON Sri Radha Krishna Temple, Rajajinagar
Areas we cover in and around Bengaluru
Puja timings in Bengaluru this week
Bengaluru timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Annaprashana in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:18 AM | 05:50 PM | 09:11 AM – 10:37 AM | 11:41 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:18 AM | 05:50 PM | 04:24 PM – 05:50 PM | 11:41 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:19 AM | 05:50 PM | 07:45 AM – 09:11 AM | 11:41 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:19 AM | 05:50 PM | 02:57 PM – 04:24 PM | 11:41 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:19 AM | 05:50 PM | 12:05 PM – 01:31 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:20 AM | 05:50 PM | 01:31 PM – 02:57 PM | 11:42 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:20 AM | 05:50 PM | 10:39 AM – 12:05 PM | 11:42 AM – 12:28 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Bengaluru
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
- Sun, 22 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Tue, 24 Nov
Purnima
- Fri, 27 Nov
Sankashti Chaturthi
- Fri, 4 Dec
Utpanna Ekadashi
- Sun, 6 Dec
Pradosh Vrat
Annaprashana price in Bengaluru and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru (this page) | ₹3,100 | Kannada |
| Mysuru | ₹3,450 | Kannada |
| Chennai | ₹3,100 | Tamil |
| Hyderabad | ₹3,100 | Telugu |
| Anantapur | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Annaprashana cost in Bengaluru?
Annaprashana in Bengaluru starts from ₹3,100 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. Bengaluru is charged the base price, with no area surcharge. Samagri and express booking are optional, and the full bill with GST is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Kannada-speaking pandit for Annaprashana in Bengaluru?
Yes — Kannada-speaking pandits are the norm in Bengaluru. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Bengaluru do you cover?
Homes and offices across Bengaluru, including Whitefield, Koramangala, HSR Layout, Electronic City, Jayanagar and JP Nagar. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.