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)
- 05:24 PM – 08:06 PMin Delhi (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 Delhi? 05:24 PM – 08:06 PM IST — the time after sunset, when lamps are lit, calculated for Delhi.
The date is calculated by Rutviju’s panchang with the rule checked against Drik Panchang, for sunrise at Hyderabad; the Pradosh Kaal is for Delhi. Your pandit confirms the exact muhurat for your home.
Karthika Purnima Pooja in Delhi
North Indian families take a holy bath (Kartik snan) and light diyas; in Varanasi it is Dev Deepawali.
Vishnu temples in and around Delhi
- Laxminarayan (Birla) Mandir
Areas we cover in and around Delhi
Puja timings in Delhi this week
Delhi 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 | 06:40 AM | 05:30 PM | 02:47 PM – 04:09 PM | 11:43 AM – 12:26 PM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:40 AM | 05:29 PM | 12:05 PM – 01:26 PM | 11:43 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:41 AM | 05:29 PM | 01:26 PM – 02:47 PM | 11:43 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:42 AM | 05:28 PM | 10:44 AM – 12:05 PM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:43 AM | 05:28 PM | 09:24 AM – 10:45 AM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:44 AM | 05:27 PM | 04:07 PM – 05:27 PM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:44 AM | 05:27 PM | 08:05 AM – 09:25 AM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Delhi
- 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 Delhi and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi (this page) | ₹2,500 | Hindi |
| Noida | ₹2,500 | Hindi |
| Gurugram | ₹2,500 | Hindi |
| Jaipur | ₹2,750 | 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 Delhi?
Pradosh Kaal (evening deepam): 05:24 PM – 08:06 PM IST in Delhi 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 Delhi?
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 Delhi?
The starting dakshina in Delhi is ₹2,500 for 1 pandit. Delhi 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 Hindi-speaking pandit for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Delhi?
You can. Filter by the language your family prays in; every Rutviju pandit’s languages are shown before you book.
Which areas of Delhi do you cover?
Homes and offices across Delhi, including Dwarka, Rohini, Janakpuri, Saket, Lajpat Nagar and Mayur Vihar. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.