What is Durga Pooja?
Durga Pooja is the worship of Goddess Durga, who destroyed the demon Mahishasura, for protection, strength and victory of good over evil. It takes 2 to 3 hours at home with 1 to 2 pandits.
Verified pandits for Durga Pooja in Bengaluru
These 3 pandits have been approved by the Rutviju team and perform Durga Pooja. Open a profile to see the languages, experience and every puja they do, and book directly.
Durga Pooja in Bengaluru
Karnataka celebrates Navaratri as Dasara, with Durga pooja followed by Ayudha pooja on Mahanavami.
Devi temples in and around Bengaluru
- Banashankari Temple
Areas we cover in and around Bengaluru
Puja timings in Bengaluru this week
Bengaluru timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Durga Pooja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:18 AM | 05:50 PM | 09:11 AM – 10:37 AM | 11:41 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:18 AM | 05:50 PM | 04:24 PM – 05:50 PM | 11:41 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:19 AM | 05:50 PM | 07:45 AM – 09:11 AM | 11:41 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:19 AM | 05:50 PM | 02:57 PM – 04:24 PM | 11:41 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:19 AM | 05:50 PM | 12:05 PM – 01:31 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:20 AM | 05:50 PM | 01:31 PM – 02:57 PM | 11:42 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:20 AM | 05:50 PM | 10:39 AM – 12:05 PM | 11:42 AM – 12:28 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Bengaluru
- 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
Durga Pooja price in Bengaluru and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru (this page) | ₹6,500 | Kannada |
| Chennai | ₹6,500 | Tamil |
| Hyderabad | ₹6,500 | Telugu |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Durga Pooja cost in Bengaluru?
The starting dakshina in Bengaluru is ₹6,500 for 1 to 2 pandits. Bengaluru is charged the base price, with no area surcharge. The pandit you choose, a samagri kit or express booking can change the total, which you see in full before paying.
Can I book a Kannada-speaking pandit for Durga Pooja in Bengaluru?
You can. Filter by the language your family prays in; every Rutviju pandit’s languages are shown before you book.
Which areas of Bengaluru do you cover?
Homes and offices across Bengaluru, including Whitefield, Koramangala, HSR Layout, Electronic City, Jayanagar and JP Nagar. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.