About New Business
New Business Pooja is performed before opening a shop, office or company, seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi for a smooth start. It is done on an auspicious muhurtham from the panchangam, often with Kubera puja and the worship of account books and the cash box. The ritual usually includes Ganapathi puja, Lakshmi puja, Navagraha puja and aarti.
When to book New Business
- At a muhurtham before the first day of business
- On shifting to new premises
- Diwali, Akshaya Tritiya and Ugadi / Gudi Padwa / Varsha Pratipada
Popular dates fill first, so book a few days ahead. Choose any free slot when you book; your pandit confirms the muhurtham with you.
New Business samagri list
- Photos or idols of Ganesha and Lakshmi
- Kalasham, coconuts and mango leaves
- Flowers, garlands and toranam
- Turmeric, kumkum and akshata
- Account books and a cash box
- Sweets and fruits for prasadam
- Camphor, incense and lamps
Verified pandits who perform New Business
Office & Shop Opening Pooja near you
Read the full guide to Office & Shop Opening Pooja — meaning, vidhi, samagri, best time and cost — or see local details for your city.
Frequently asked questions
How much does New Business cost?
New Business with a verified Rutviju pandit starts from ₹4,100 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.
What samagri is needed for New Business?
The samagri list for New Business has 7 items, shown on this page (Photos or idols of Ganesha and Lakshmi, Kalasham, coconuts and mango leaves, Flowers, garlands and toranam and more). You can arrange it yourself; anything else your pandit needs is confirmed when you book.
Which pandits perform New Business?
10 verified pandits perform New Business on Rutviju, including Acharya Vimal Guruji, Alok Tripathi, Balram Purohit. You can choose one by language and experience when you book.