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)
- 05:44 PM – 08:14 PMin Chittoor (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 Chittoor? 05:44 PM – 08:14 PM IST — the time after sunset, when lamps are lit, calculated for Chittoor.
The date is calculated by Rutviju’s panchang with the rule checked against Drik Panchang, for sunrise at Hyderabad; the Pradosh Kaal is for Chittoor. Your pandit confirms the exact muhurat for your home.
Pandits available for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chittoor
Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chittoor
Telugu families light 365 wicks together (Karthika deepam), keep the Karthika Puranam and often do the Satyanarayana vratham.
Vishnu temples in and around Chittoor
- Tirumala Sri Venkateswara Temple
Areas we cover in and around Chittoor
- Kanipakam
- Palamaner
- Kuppam
- Punganur
- Bangarupalem
చిత్తూరులో కార్తీక పౌర్ణమి పూజ — ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులు, దక్షిణ ₹2,750 నుండి.
Puja timings in Chittoor this week
Chittoor 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 | 06:10 AM | 05:44 PM | 02:51 PM – 04:18 PM | 11:34 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:11 AM | 05:44 PM | 11:58 AM – 01:24 PM | 11:34 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:11 AM | 05:44 PM | 01:24 PM – 02:51 PM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:44 PM | 10:31 AM – 11:58 AM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:44 PM | 09:05 AM – 10:31 AM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:44 PM | 04:17 PM – 05:44 PM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:13 AM | 05:44 PM | 07:39 AM – 09:06 AM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Chittoor
- 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 Chittoor and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Chittoor (this page) | ₹2,750 | Telugu |
| Tirupati | ₹2,750 | Telugu |
| Bengaluru | ₹2,500 | Kannada |
| Chennai | ₹2,500 | Tamil |
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 Chittoor?
Pradosh Kaal (evening deepam): 05:44 PM – 08:14 PM IST in Chittoor 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 Chittoor?
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 Chittoor?
Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chittoor starts from ₹2,750 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Chittoor (the base price is ₹2,500 in the metro cities). Samagri and express booking are optional, and the full bill with GST is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Telugu-speaking pandit for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Chittoor?
Yes — Telugu-speaking pandits are the norm in Chittoor. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Chittoor do you cover?
Most of Chittoor — for example Kanipakam, Palamaner, Kuppam, Punganur and Bangarupalem. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.
చిత్తూరులో కార్తీక పౌర్ణమి పూజ ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా చిత్తూరులో కార్తీక పౌర్ణమి పూజ దక్షిణ ₹2,750 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
చిత్తూరులో కార్తీక పౌర్ణమి పూజ చేయించడానికి తెలుగు పురోహితులు దొరుకుతారా?
అవును. చిన్న అడ్వాన్స్తో స్లాట్ బుక్ చేస్తే, Rutviju బృందం మా పురోహితుల నెట్వర్క్ నుండి ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులను 24 గంటల్లో ఏర్పాటు చేస్తుంది; కుదరకపోతే అడ్వాన్స్ మీ వాలెట్కు తిరిగి వస్తుంది.