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)
- 05:22 PM – 08:05 PMin Chandigarh (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 Chandigarh? 05:22 PM – 08:05 PM IST — the time after sunset, when lamps are lit, calculated for Chandigarh.
The date is calculated by Rutviju’s panchang with the rule checked against Drik Panchang, for sunrise at Hyderabad; the Pradosh Kaal is for Chandigarh. Your pandit confirms the exact muhurat for your home.
Pandits available for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chandigarh
Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chandigarh
North Indian families take a holy bath (Kartik snan) and light diyas; in Varanasi it is Dev Deepawali.
Vishnu temples in and around Chandigarh
- ISKCON Chandigarh
Areas we cover in and around Chandigarh
- Sector 17
- Sector 35
- Mohali
- Panchkula
- Zirakpur
- Kharar
Puja timings in Chandigarh this week
Chandigarh 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 | 06:45 AM | 05:28 PM | 02:48 PM – 04:08 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:46 AM | 05:28 PM | 12:07 PM – 01:27 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:46 AM | 05:27 PM | 01:27 PM – 02:47 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:47 AM | 05:27 PM | 10:47 AM – 12:07 PM | 11:46 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:48 AM | 05:26 PM | 09:28 AM – 10:47 AM | 11:46 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:49 AM | 05:26 PM | 04:06 PM – 05:26 PM | 11:46 AM – 12:29 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:50 AM | 05:25 PM | 08:09 AM – 09:29 AM | 11:46 AM – 12:29 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Chandigarh
- 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 Chandigarh and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh (this page) | ₹2,750 | Hindi |
| Delhi | ₹2,500 | Hindi |
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 Chandigarh?
Pradosh Kaal (evening deepam): 05:22 PM – 08:05 PM IST in Chandigarh 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 Chandigarh?
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 Chandigarh?
The starting dakshina in Chandigarh is ₹2,750 for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Chandigarh (the base price is ₹2,500 in the metro cities). 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 Hindi-speaking pandit for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chandigarh?
You can. Filter by the language your family prays in; every Rutviju pandit’s languages are shown before you book.
Which areas of Chandigarh do you cover?
Sector 17, Sector 35, Mohali, Panchkula, Zirakpur and Kharar and the rest of Chandigarh. Pandits travel within their service radius, so availability is checked against your address and date.