About Ayush Homam
Ayush Homam is a Vedic fire ritual offered to Ayur Devata, the deity of lifespan, along with prayers to the Navagrahas. It is traditionally performed on a child's birthday (especially the first), on the birth nakshatra, or while recovering from an illness, praying for good health and a long life. The priest invokes the deity into the sacred fire and offers ghee, herbs and samidhas with Vedic mantras.
When to book Ayush Homam
- A child’s first birthday (abdapurthi)
- Birthdays by janma nakshatram
- After recovery from illness
Popular dates fill first, so book a few days ahead. Choose any free slot when you book; your pandit confirms the muhurtham with you.
Ayush Homam samagri list
- Homa kundam, samidha and ghee
- Homa dravyams and durva grass
- Kalasham, coconuts and mango leaves
- New clothes for the child
- Fruits, sweets and flowers
Verified pandits who perform Ayush Homam
Ayush Homam near you
Read the full guide to Ayush Homam — meaning, vidhi, samagri, best time and cost — or see local details for your city.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Ayush Homam cost?
Ayush Homam with a verified Rutviju pandit starts from ₹6,100 as pandit dakshina. The price can be a little higher outside the metro cities, live video pujas cost less than a home visit, and the full bill is shown before you pay.
Can Ayush Homam be done over a live video call?
Yes. A verified pandit can perform Ayush Homam for you on a live video call, with your sankalp, as well as at your home; the video puja costs ₹200 less than at home. Choose "Live video" when you book.
What samagri is needed for Ayush Homam?
The samagri list for Ayush Homam has 5 items, shown on this page (Homa kundam, samidha and ghee, Homa dravyams and durva grass, Kalasham, coconuts and mango leaves and more). You can arrange it yourself; anything else your pandit needs is confirmed when you book.
Which pandits perform Ayush Homam?
15 verified pandits perform Ayush Homam on Rutviju, including Acharya Vimal Guruji, Ajay Pandey, Alok Tripathi. You can choose one by language and experience when you book.