What is Karthika Purnima Pooja?
Karthika Purnima Pooja is the full-moon worship of the holy month of Kartika: Shiva abhishekam or the Satyanarayana vratham during the day, and the Karthika deepam — lamps lit at dusk — performed at home with a pandit. It takes 1.5 to 2 hours with 1 pandit.
Karthika Purnima 2026 date and Pradosh Kaal
- Karthika Purnima 2026
- Tuesday, 24 November 2026Kartika Shukla Purnima
- Pradosh Kaal (evening deepam)
- 05:50 PM – 08:21 PMin Bengaluru (IST)
When is Karthika Purnima 2026? Karthika Purnima 2026 is on Tuesday, 24 November 2026 (Kartika Shukla Purnima).
What is the Pradosh Kaal on Karthika Purnima in Bengaluru? 05:50 PM – 08:21 PM IST — the time after sunset, when lamps are lit, calculated for Bengaluru.
The date is calculated by Rutviju’s panchang with the rule checked against Drik Panchang, for sunrise at Hyderabad; the Pradosh Kaal is for Bengaluru. Your pandit confirms the exact muhurat for your home.
Verified pandits for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Bengaluru
These 2 pandits have been approved by the Rutviju team and perform Karthika Purnima Pooja. Open a profile to see the languages, experience and every puja they do, and book directly.
Karthika Purnima Pooja in Bengaluru
Karnataka families light lamps and do Shiva and Vishnu puja through Kartika masa.
Well-known temples in and around Bengaluru
- Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple
- ISKCON Sri Radha Krishna Temple, Rajajinagar
Areas we cover in and around Bengaluru
Puja timings in Bengaluru this week
Bengaluru timings from Tue, 10 Nov. Avoid starting Karthika Purnima Pooja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 10 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:51 PM | 02:57 PM – 04:24 PM | 11:40 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:17 AM | 05:51 PM | 12:04 PM – 01:30 PM | 11:40 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:17 AM | 05:50 PM | 01:30 PM – 02:57 PM | 11:41 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:17 AM | 05:50 PM | 10:37 AM – 12:04 PM | 11:41 AM – 12:27 PM |
| 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 |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Bengaluru
- Fri, 13 Nov
Vinayaka Chaturthi
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
- Sun, 22 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Tue, 24 Nov
Purnima
- Fri, 27 Nov
Sankashti Chaturthi
- Fri, 4 Dec
Utpanna Ekadashi
Karthika Purnima Pooja price in Bengaluru and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru (this page) | ₹2,500 | Kannada |
| Mysuru | ₹2,750 | Kannada |
| Chennai | ₹2,500 | Tamil |
| Hyderabad | ₹2,500 | Telugu |
| Anantapur | ₹2,750 | Telugu |
Frequently asked questions
When is Karthika Purnima 2026?
Karthika Purnima 2026 is on Tuesday, 24 November 2026 (Kartika Shukla Purnima).
What time is the Karthika Purnima puja in Bengaluru?
Pradosh Kaal (evening deepam): 05:50 PM – 08:21 PM IST in Bengaluru on Tuesday, 24 November 2026. Your pandit fixes the exact muhurat for your home.
How do I book a pandit for Karthika Purnima 2026 in Bengaluru?
Open the Karthika Purnima Pooja booking page, choose a verified pandit and a time on Tuesday, 24 November 2026, and pay online — or send your details on WhatsApp and Rutviju arranges a pandit. Book early: festival slots fill fast.
How much does Karthika Purnima Pooja cost in Bengaluru?
Karthika Purnima Pooja in Bengaluru starts from ₹2,500 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. Bengaluru is charged the base price, with no area surcharge. Samagri and express booking are optional, and the full bill with GST is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Kannada-speaking pandit for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Bengaluru?
Yes — Kannada-speaking pandits are the norm in Bengaluru. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Bengaluru do you cover?
Whitefield, Koramangala, HSR Layout, Electronic City, Jayanagar and JP Nagar and the rest of Bengaluru. Pandits travel within their service radius, so availability is checked against your address and date.