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)
- 04:59 PM – 07:38 PMin Patna (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 Patna? 04:59 PM – 07:38 PM IST — the time after sunset, when lamps are lit, calculated for Patna.
The date is calculated by Rutviju’s panchang with the rule checked against Drik Panchang, for sunrise at Hyderabad; the Pradosh Kaal is for Patna. Your pandit confirms the exact muhurat for your home.
Pandits available for Karthika Purnima Pooja in Patna
Karthika Purnima Pooja in Patna
North Indian families take a holy bath (Kartik snan) and light diyas; in Varanasi it is Dev Deepawali.
Well-known temples in and around Patna
- Mahavir Mandir
- Badi Patan Devi Temple
- Agam Kuan Sheetala Mata Temple
Areas we cover in and around Patna
- Kankarbagh
- Boring Road
- Rajendra Nagar
- Patliputra
- Danapur
- Bailey Road
Puja timings in Patna this week
Patna 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 | 06:03 AM | 05:03 PM | 02:18 PM – 03:41 PM | 11:11 AM – 11:55 AM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:04 AM | 05:03 PM | 11:33 AM – 12:56 PM | 11:11 AM – 11:55 AM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:05 AM | 05:02 PM | 12:56 PM – 02:18 PM | 11:12 AM – 11:55 AM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:05 AM | 05:02 PM | 10:12 AM – 11:34 AM | 11:12 AM – 11:55 AM |
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:06 AM | 05:01 PM | 08:50 AM – 10:12 AM | 11:12 AM – 11:56 AM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:07 AM | 05:01 PM | 03:39 PM – 05:01 PM | 11:12 AM – 11:56 AM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:07 AM | 05:01 PM | 07:29 AM – 08:51 AM | 11:12 AM – 11:56 AM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Patna
- 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 Patna and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Patna (this page) | ₹2,750 | Hindi |
| Varanasi | ₹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 Patna?
Pradosh Kaal (evening deepam): 04:59 PM – 07:38 PM IST in Patna 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 Patna?
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 Patna?
The starting dakshina in Patna is ₹2,750 for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Patna (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 Patna?
You can. Filter by the language your family prays in; every Rutviju pandit’s languages are shown before you book.
Which areas of Patna do you cover?
Kankarbagh, Boring Road, Rajendra Nagar, Patliputra, Danapur and Bailey Road and the rest of Patna. Pandits travel within their service radius, so availability is checked against your address and date.