What is Ayudha Pooja?
Ayudha Pooja is the worship of the tools of one’s work — vehicles, machines, computers, instruments and books — on Mahanavami, the ninth day of Navaratri, thanking the goddess for livelihood and seeking success in the year ahead. It takes 1 to 2 hours with 1 pandit.
Ayudha Pooja in Tirupati
Telugu families observe Ayudha pooja on Mahanavami during Dasara, worshipping vehicles and tools.
Well-known temples in and around Tirupati
- Tirumala Sri Venkateswara Temple
- Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, Tiruchanur
- Srikalahasteeswara Temple
Areas we cover in and around Tirupati
- Tiruchanur
- Renigunta
- Chandragiri
- Srikalahasti
- Alipiri
- Tiruchanoor Road
తిరుపతిలో ఆయుధ పూజ — ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులు, దక్షిణ ₹4,550 నుండి.
Puja timings in Tirupati this week
Tirupati timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Ayudha Pooja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:11 AM | 05:42 PM | 09:04 AM – 10:30 AM | 11:34 AM – 12:20 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:42 PM | 04:16 PM – 05:42 PM | 11:34 AM – 12:20 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:42 PM | 07:38 AM – 09:05 AM | 11:34 AM – 12:20 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:13 AM | 05:42 PM | 02:49 PM – 04:16 PM | 11:34 AM – 12:20 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:13 AM | 05:42 PM | 11:57 AM – 01:23 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:42 PM | 01:24 PM – 02:50 PM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:42 PM | 10:32 AM – 11:58 AM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Tirupati
- 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
Ayudha Pooja price in Tirupati and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Tirupati (this page) | ₹4,550 | Telugu |
| Nellore | ₹4,550 | Telugu |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Ayudha Pooja cost in Tirupati?
Expect to pay from ₹4,550 in Tirupati — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Tirupati (the base price is ₹4,100 in the metro cities). Booking and platform fees and 18% GST are added at checkout, and nothing is charged until you confirm the bill.
Can I book a Telugu-speaking pandit for Ayudha Pooja in Tirupati?
Yes. Each pandit’s languages are listed on their profile, so you can choose one who follows your family’s tradition; mantras are in Sanskrit.
Which areas of Tirupati do you cover?
Most of Tirupati — for example Tiruchanur, Renigunta, Chandragiri, Srikalahasti, Alipiri and Tiruchanoor Road. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.
తిరుపతిలో ఆయుధ పూజ ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా తిరుపతిలో ఆయుధ పూజ దక్షిణ ₹4,550 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
తిరుపతిలో ఆయుధ పూజ చేయించడానికి తెలుగు పురోహితులు దొరుకుతారా?
అవును. మంత్రాలు సంస్కృతంలో, సంకల్పం మరియు వివరణ తెలుగులో చేసే ధ్రువీకరించిన పురోహితులు Tiruchanur, Renigunta, Chandragiri, Srikalahasti సహా తిరుపతి అంతటా ఇంటికి వస్తారు.