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)
- 05:31 PM – 08:03 PMin Machilipatnam (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 Machilipatnam? 05:31 PM – 08:03 PM IST — the time after sunset, when lamps are lit, calculated for Machilipatnam.
The date is calculated by Rutviju’s panchang with the rule checked against Drik Panchang, for sunrise at Hyderabad; the Pradosh Kaal is for Machilipatnam. Your pandit confirms the exact muhurat for your home.
Pandits available for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Machilipatnam
Karthika Purnima Pooja in Machilipatnam
Telugu families light 365 wicks together (Karthika deepam), keep the Karthika Puranam and often do the Satyanarayana vratham.
Vishnu temples in and around Machilipatnam
- Sri Panduranga Swamy Temple, Chilakalapudi
- Srikakula Andhra Mahavishnu Temple
Areas we cover in and around Machilipatnam
- Pedana
- Gudivada
- Avanigadda
- Challapalli
- Bantumilli
- Mopidevi
మచిలీపట్నంలో కార్తీక పౌర్ణమి పూజ — ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులు, దక్షిణ ₹2,750 నుండి.
Puja timings in Machilipatnam this week
Machilipatnam 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 | 05:32 PM | 02:41 PM – 04:07 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:07 AM | 05:32 PM | 11:49 AM – 01:15 PM | 11:27 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:07 AM | 05:32 PM | 01:15 PM – 02:41 PM | 11:27 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:08 AM | 05:32 PM | 10:24 AM – 11:50 AM | 11:27 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:08 AM | 05:32 PM | 08:59 AM – 10:24 AM | 11:27 AM – 12:13 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:08 AM | 05:31 PM | 04:06 PM – 05:31 PM | 11:27 AM – 12:13 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:09 AM | 05:31 PM | 07:34 AM – 09:00 AM | 11:27 AM – 12:13 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Machilipatnam
- 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 Machilipatnam and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Machilipatnam (this page) | ₹2,750 | Telugu |
| Vijayawada | ₹2,750 | Telugu |
| Eluru | ₹2,750 | Telugu |
| Guntur | ₹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 Machilipatnam?
Pradosh Kaal (evening deepam): 05:31 PM – 08:03 PM IST in Machilipatnam 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 Machilipatnam?
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 Machilipatnam?
The starting dakshina in Machilipatnam is ₹2,750 for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Machilipatnam (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 Telugu-speaking pandit for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Machilipatnam?
You can. Filter by the language your family prays in; every Rutviju pandit’s languages are shown before you book.
Which areas of Machilipatnam do you cover?
Pedana, Gudivada, Avanigadda, Challapalli, Bantumilli and Mopidevi and the rest of Machilipatnam. Pandits travel within their service radius, so availability is checked against your address and date.
మచిలీపట్నంలో కార్తీక పౌర్ణమి పూజ ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా మచిలీపట్నంలో కార్తీక పౌర్ణమి పూజ దక్షిణ ₹2,750 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
మచిలీపట్నంలో 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.