About Rudrabhishekam Pooja
Rudrabhishekam is the ritual bathing of the Shiva linga with water, milk, curd, honey, ghee and other sacred substances while the Sri Rudram is chanted. It is traditionally performed on Mondays, Pradosham, Maha Shivaratri and during Karthika masam and Shravan. Devotees perform it praying for peace, health and relief from difficulties.
When to book Rudrabhishekam Pooja
- Mondays (Somavaram) and Pradosham
- Maha Shivaratri
- Karthika Somavarams (South) and Shravan Somvars (North)
- Birthdays and before major surgeries
Popular dates fill first, so book a few days ahead. Choose any free slot when you book; your pandit confirms the muhurtham with you.
Rudrabhishekam Pooja samagri list
- Shiva lingam (the pandit can bring one)
- Milk, curd, ghee, honey and sugar
- Tender coconut water and sugarcane juice
- Vibhuti and sandalwood
- Bilva leaves and flowers
- Kalasham, coconut and fruits
- Camphor, incense and ghee lamp
Verified pandits who perform Rudrabhishekam Pooja
Rudrabhishekam near you
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Rudrabhishekam Pooja cost?
Rudrabhishekam Pooja with a verified Rutviju pandit starts from ₹3,100 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 Rudrabhishekam Pooja be done over a live video call?
Yes. A verified pandit can perform Rudrabhishekam Pooja 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 Rudrabhishekam Pooja?
The samagri list for Rudrabhishekam Pooja has 7 items, shown on this page (Shiva lingam (the pandit can bring one), Milk, curd, ghee, honey and sugar, Tender coconut water and sugarcane juice and more). You can arrange it yourself; anything else your pandit needs is confirmed when you book.
Which pandits perform Rudrabhishekam Pooja?
12 verified pandits perform Rudrabhishekam Pooja on Rutviju, including Acharya Vimal Guruji, Ajay Pandey, Alok Tripathi. You can choose one by language and experience when you book.