What is Maha Shivaratri Puja?
Maha Shivaratri Puja is the night-long worship of Lord Shiva on Magha (Phalguna) Krishna Chaturdashi, with Rudrabhishekam, bilva archana and the four prahar poojas, while the family keeps the fast and jagaran.
Maha Shivaratri Puja in Amalapuram
Telugu families keep upavasam and jagarana, and many visit Srisailam, Vemulawada or Keesaragutta.
Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Muhurthams follow the Telugu panchangam (Chandramana calendar).
Well-known temples in and around Amalapuram
- Ainavilli Sri Siddhi Vinayaka Swamy Temple
- Vadapalli Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple
- Appanapalli Sri Bala Balaji Temple
Areas we cover in and around Amalapuram
- Razole
- Mummidivaram
- Kothapeta
- Ravulapalem
- Malikipuram
- Ainavilli
అమలాపురంలో మహా శివరాత్రి పూజ కోసం ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులను Rutviju ద్వారా ఇంటి నుంచే బుక్ చేసుకోండి — దక్షిణ ₹3,900 నుండి. తేదీ, సమయం, చిరునామా ఇచ్చి ఆన్‌లైన్‌లో చెల్లించండి — మూడు దశల్లో బుకింగ్ పూర్తి.
Puja timings in Amalapuram this week
Amalapuram timings from Mon, 2 Nov. Avoid starting Maha Shivaratri Puja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 2 Nov | 06:00 AM | 05:31 PM | 07:26 AM – 08:53 AM | 11:22 AM – 12:08 PM |
| Tue, 3 Nov | 06:00 AM | 05:31 PM | 02:38 PM – 04:04 PM | 11:22 AM – 12:08 PM |
| Wed, 4 Nov | 06:01 AM | 05:30 PM | 11:45 AM – 01:12 PM | 11:22 AM – 12:08 PM |
| Thu, 5 Nov | 06:01 AM | 05:30 PM | 01:12 PM – 02:38 PM | 11:22 AM – 12:08 PM |
| Fri, 6 Nov | 06:01 AM | 05:30 PM | 10:19 AM – 11:45 AM | 11:23 AM – 12:08 PM |
| Sat, 7 Nov | 06:02 AM | 05:29 PM | 08:54 AM – 10:20 AM | 11:23 AM – 12:08 PM |
| Sun, 8 Nov | 06:02 AM | 05:29 PM | 04:03 PM – 05:29 PM | 11:23 AM – 12:08 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Amalapuram
- Thu, 5 Nov
Rama Ekadashi
- Fri, 6 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Sat, 7 Nov
Masik Shivaratri
- Sun, 8 Nov
Amavasya
- Fri, 13 Nov
Vinayaka Chaturthi
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
Maha Shivaratri Puja: steps, samagri and best time
Maha Shivaratri Puja takes 2 hours (one prahar) or all four prahars at night with 1 pandit. The main samagri is shivalingam, milk, curd, honey, ghee and sugar, bilva leaves — 108 and dhatura, white flowers and vibhuti; your pandit shares the full list after booking. It is usually performed maha Shivaratri night (Magha Krishna Chaturdashi, amanta).
Step-by-step vidhi, full samagri list and benefits of Maha Shivaratri Puja →
Maha Shivaratri Puja price in Amalapuram and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Amalapuram (this page) | ₹3,900 | Telugu |
| Rajahmundry | ₹3,900 | Telugu |
| Kakinada | ₹3,900 | Telugu |
| Bhimavaram | ₹3,900 | Telugu |
Book in three steps: choose a verified pandit, pick a date and time with your Amalapuram address, and pay online — the full bill is shown before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Maha Shivaratri Puja cost in Amalapuram?
Expect to pay from ₹3,900 in Amalapuram — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Amalapuram (the base price is ₹3,500 in the metro cities). Booking and platform fees and 18% GST are added at checkout, and nothing is charged until you confirm the bill.
Can I book a Telugu-speaking pandit for Maha Shivaratri Puja in Amalapuram?
Yes. Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Each pandit’s languages are listed on their profile, so you can choose one who follows your family’s tradition.
Which areas of Amalapuram do you cover?
Razole, Mummidivaram, Kothapeta, Ravulapalem, Malikipuram and Ainavilli and the rest of Amalapuram. Pandits travel within their service radius, so availability is checked against your address and date.
అమలాపురంలో మహా శివరాత్రి పూజ ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా అమలాపురంలో మహా శివరాత్రి పూజ దక్షిణ ₹3,900 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
అమలాపురంలో మహా శివరాత్రి పూజ చేయించడానికి తెలుగు పురోహితులు దొరుకుతారా?
అమలాపురంలో ఇంకా Rutviju పురోహితులు లేరు. చిన్న అడ్వాన్స్ చెల్లించి బుక్ చేస్తే మా బృందం ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులను ఏర్పాటు చేస్తుంది; కుదరకపోతే అడ్వాన్స్ మీ వాలెట్‌కు తిరిగి వస్తుంది.