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 Mumbai
Good days and times for Bhoomi Pooja in the coming weeks, worked out for Mumbai 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, 06:48 AM – Fri, 20 Nov, 06:49 AM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | Purva Bhadrapada | 06:49 AM – 06:57 AM |
| Thu, 26 Nov | Mrigashira | 06:52 AM – 05:47 PM |
| Fri, 27 Nov | Punarvasu | Fri, 27 Nov, 03:09 PM – Sat, 28 Nov, 06:53 AM |
| Thu, 10 Dec | Mula, Purva Ashadha | Thu, 10 Dec, 07:01 AM – Fri, 11 Dec, 07:01 AM |
| Fri, 11 Dec | Purva Ashadha | Fri, 11 Dec, 07:01 AM – Sat, 12 Dec, 03:04 AM |
Verified pandits for Bhoomi Pooja in Mumbai
This pandit has been approved by the Rutviju team and performs Bhoomi Pooja. Open a profile to see the languages, experience and every puja they do, and book directly.
Bhoomi Pooja in Mumbai
The pandit follows your family’s custom for the foundation ceremony.
Well-known temples in and around Mumbai
- Mumba Devi Temple
- Babulnath Temple
Areas we cover in and around Mumbai
Puja timings in Mumbai this week
Mumbai 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 | 06:45 AM | 06:00 PM | 09:34 AM – 10:58 AM | 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:46 AM | 06:00 PM | 04:36 PM – 06:00 PM | 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:46 AM | 06:00 PM | 08:10 AM – 09:35 AM | 12:01 PM – 12:46 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:47 AM | 06:00 PM | 03:12 PM – 04:36 PM | 12:01 PM – 12:46 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:47 AM | 06:00 PM | 12:24 PM – 01:48 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:48 AM | 05:59 PM | 01:48 PM – 03:12 PM | 12:01 PM – 12:46 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:49 AM | 05:59 PM | 11:00 AM – 12:24 PM | 12:02 PM – 12:46 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Mumbai
- 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 Mumbai and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai (this page) | ₹5,100 | Marathi |
| Pune | ₹5,100 | Marathi |
| Nagpur | ₹5,650 | Marathi |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Bhoomi Pooja cost in Mumbai?
Expect to pay from ₹5,100 in Mumbai — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. Mumbai 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 Marathi-speaking pandit for Bhoomi Pooja in Mumbai?
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 Mumbai do you cover?
Andheri, Borivali, Thane, Powai, Dadar and Chembur and the rest of Mumbai. Pandits travel within their service radius, so availability is checked against your address and date.