About Durga Pooja
Durga Pooja is the worship of Goddess Durga, the Divine Mother who protects her devotees and overcomes evil. It is observed most widely during Navaratri, and families also perform it on Tuesdays, Fridays and Ashtami tithis. The pooja includes kalasha sthapana, Durga ashtottaram, Devi stotras, naivedyam and aarti.
When to book Durga Pooja
- Sharad Navaratri (Ashvin Shukla Pratipada to Navami)
- Durgashtami and Mahanavami
- Tuesdays and Fridays
Popular dates fill first, so book a few days ahead. Choose any free slot when you book; your pandit confirms the muhurtham with you.
Durga Pooja samagri list
- Durga idol or photo
- Kalasham, coconut and mango leaves
- Red flowers, garlands and kumkum
- Saree or red cloth for the goddess
- Fruits and sweets
- Items for kanya pooja
- Camphor, incense and lamps
Verified pandits who perform Durga Pooja
Durga Pooja near you
Read the full guide to Durga Pooja — meaning, vidhi, samagri, best time and cost — or see local details for your city.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Durga Pooja cost?
Durga Pooja with a verified Rutviju pandit starts from ₹6,500 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 Durga Pooja be done over a live video call?
Yes. A verified pandit can perform Durga 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 Durga Pooja?
The samagri list for Durga Pooja has 7 items, shown on this page (Durga idol or photo, Kalasham, coconut and mango leaves, Red flowers, garlands and kumkum and more). You can arrange it yourself; anything else your pandit needs is confirmed when you book.
Which pandits perform Durga Pooja?
13 verified pandits perform Durga Pooja on Rutviju, including Acharya Vimal Guruji, Ajay Pandey, Alok Tripathi. You can choose one by language and experience when you book.