What is Bhoomi Pooja?
Bhoomi Pooja (Sankusthapana) is performed on a plot before construction begins, to worship Bhoomi Devi (Mother Earth) and the Vastu Purusha, seek permission to dig, and lay the foundation stone at an auspicious muhurtham. It takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours with 1 pandit.
Next property purchase muhurat dates in Kolkata
Good days and times for Bhoomi Pooja in the coming weeks, worked out for Kolkata from the panchangam (our method gives the same dates as Drik Panchang for 2026 and 2027). Your pandit confirms the final muhurtham with your family’s nakshatras when you book.
| Date | Nakshatra | Muhurat |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, 19 Nov | Purva Bhadrapada | Thu, 19 Nov, 06:10 AM – Fri, 20 Nov, 05:52 AM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | Purva Bhadrapada | 05:52 AM – 06:57 AM |
| Thu, 26 Nov | Mrigashira | 05:56 AM – 05:47 PM |
| Fri, 27 Nov | Punarvasu | Fri, 27 Nov, 03:09 PM – Sat, 28 Nov, 05:58 AM |
| Thu, 10 Dec | Mula, Purva Ashadha | Thu, 10 Dec, 06:06 AM – Fri, 11 Dec, 06:06 AM |
| Fri, 11 Dec | Purva Ashadha | Fri, 11 Dec, 06:06 AM – Sat, 12 Dec, 03:04 AM |
Pandits available for Bhoomi Pooja in Kolkata
Bhoomi Pooja in Kolkata
The pandit follows your family’s custom for the foundation ceremony.
Well-known temples in and around Kolkata
- Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- Kalighat Kali Temple
- Belur Math
Areas we cover in and around Kolkata
- Salt Lake
- New Town
- Behala
- Tollygunge
- Howrah
- Garia
- Dum Dum
- Ballygunge
Puja timings in Kolkata this week
Kolkata timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Bhoomi Pooja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 05:48 AM | 04:53 PM | 08:35 AM – 09:58 AM | 10:59 AM – 11:43 AM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 05:49 AM | 04:53 PM | 03:30 PM – 04:53 PM | 10:59 AM – 11:43 AM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 05:50 AM | 04:53 PM | 07:13 AM – 08:35 AM | 10:59 AM – 11:43 AM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 05:50 AM | 04:52 PM | 02:07 PM – 03:30 PM | 10:59 AM – 11:43 AM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 05:51 AM | 04:52 PM | 11:22 AM – 12:44 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 05:52 AM | 04:52 PM | 12:44 PM – 02:07 PM | 11:00 AM – 11:44 AM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 05:52 AM | 04:52 PM | 10:00 AM – 11:22 AM | 11:00 AM – 11:44 AM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Kolkata
- 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
Bhoomi Pooja price in Kolkata and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata (this page) | ₹5,100 | Bengali |
| Bhubaneswar | ₹5,650 | Odia |
| Patna | ₹5,650 | Hindi |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Bhoomi Pooja cost in Kolkata?
Expect to pay from ₹5,100 in Kolkata — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. Kolkata is charged the base price, with no area surcharge. Booking and platform fees and 18% GST are added at checkout, and nothing is charged until you confirm the bill.
Can I book a Bengali-speaking pandit for Bhoomi Pooja in Kolkata?
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 Kolkata do you cover?
Homes and offices across Kolkata, including Salt Lake, New Town, Behala, Tollygunge, Howrah and Garia. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.