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)
- 05:39 PM – 08:10 PMin Chennai (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 Chennai? 05:39 PM – 08:10 PM IST — the time after sunset, when lamps are lit, calculated for Chennai.
The date is calculated by Rutviju’s panchang with the rule checked against Drik Panchang, for sunrise at Hyderabad; the Pradosh Kaal is for Chennai. Your pandit confirms the exact muhurat for your home.
Pandits available for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chennai
Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chennai
Tamil families mark Karthigai Deepam in the same season with rows of lamps; the Purnima puja is often done with Shiva abhishekam.
Well-known temples in and around Chennai
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Mylapore
- Parthasarathy Temple, Triplicane
Areas we cover in and around Chennai
- T. Nagar
- Adyar
- Velachery
- Anna Nagar
- Tambaram
- OMR
- Porur
- Mylapore
- Chromepet
- Medavakkam
Puja timings in Chennai this week
Chennai 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 | 06:06 AM | 05:40 PM | 02:46 PM – 04:13 PM | 11:30 AM – 12:16 PM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:06 AM | 05:40 PM | 11:53 AM – 01:20 PM | 11:30 AM – 12:16 PM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:06 AM | 05:40 PM | 01:20 PM – 02:46 PM | 11:30 AM – 12:16 PM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:07 AM | 05:39 PM | 10:26 AM – 11:53 AM | 11:30 AM – 12:16 PM |
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:07 AM | 05:39 PM | 09:00 AM – 10:27 AM | 11:30 AM – 12:16 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:08 AM | 05:39 PM | 04:13 PM – 05:39 PM | 11:30 AM – 12:16 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:08 AM | 05:39 PM | 07:34 AM – 09:01 AM | 11:31 AM – 12:17 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Chennai
- 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 Chennai and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai (this page) | ₹2,500 | Tamil |
| Bengaluru | ₹2,500 | Kannada |
| Tirupati | ₹2,750 | Telugu |
| Chittoor | ₹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 Chennai?
Pradosh Kaal (evening deepam): 05:39 PM – 08:10 PM IST in Chennai 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 Chennai?
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 Chennai?
Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chennai starts from ₹2,500 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. Chennai 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 Tamil-speaking pandit for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chennai?
Yes — Tamil-speaking pandits are the norm in Chennai. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Chennai do you cover?
T. Nagar, Adyar, Velachery, Anna Nagar, Tambaram and OMR and the rest of Chennai. Pandits travel within their service radius, so availability is checked against your address and date.