What is Makar Sankranti Puja?
Makar Sankranti Puja is the harvest-festival worship of Surya on the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn): a morning bath, Surya puja with arghya, offerings of the new harvest and sesame-jaggery, and charity (daanam). It takes 1 to 1.5 hours with 1 pandit.
Makar Sankranti 2027 date
- Makar Sankranti 2027
- Friday, 15 January 2027the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn)
When is Makar Sankranti 2027? Makar Sankranti 2027 is on Friday, 15 January 2027 (the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn)).
The date is calculated by Rutviju’s panchang with the rule checked against Drik Panchang, for sunrise at Hyderabad. Your pandit confirms the exact muhurat for your home.
Pandits available for Makar Sankranti Puja in Kochi
Makar Sankranti Puja in Kochi
In Kerala the day is Makaravilakku at Sabarimala.
Vishnu temples in and around Kochi
- Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple, Tripunithura
Areas we cover in and around Kochi
- Kakkanad
- Edappally
- Vyttila
- Aluva
- Tripunithura
- Kaloor
Puja timings in Kochi this week
Kochi timings from Tue, 10 Nov. Avoid starting Makar Sankranti Puja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 10 Nov | 06:18 AM | 06:00 PM | 03:04 PM – 04:32 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:32 PM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:18 AM | 06:00 PM | 12:09 PM – 01:37 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:32 PM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:18 AM | 06:00 PM | 01:37 PM – 03:04 PM | 11:46 AM – 12:32 PM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:19 AM | 06:00 PM | 10:41 AM – 12:09 PM | 11:46 AM – 12:33 PM |
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:19 AM | 06:00 PM | 09:14 AM – 10:42 AM | 11:46 AM – 12:33 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:19 AM | 06:00 PM | 04:32 PM – 06:00 PM | 11:46 AM – 12:33 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:20 AM | 06:00 PM | 07:47 AM – 09:15 AM | 11:46 AM – 12:33 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Kochi
- 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
Makar Sankranti Puja price in Kochi and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Kochi (this page) | ₹2,350 | Malayalam |
| Thiruvananthapuram | ₹2,350 | Malayalam |
| Coimbatore | ₹2,350 | Tamil |
Frequently asked questions
When is Makar Sankranti 2027?
Makar Sankranti 2027 is on Friday, 15 January 2027 (the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn)).
How do I book a pandit for Makar Sankranti 2027 in Kochi?
Open the Makar Sankranti Puja booking page, choose a verified pandit and a time on Friday, 15 January 2027, and pay online — or send your details on WhatsApp and Rutviju arranges a pandit. Book early: festival slots fill fast.
How much does Makar Sankranti Puja cost in Kochi?
Expect to pay from ₹2,350 in Kochi — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Kochi (the base price is ₹2,100 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 Malayalam-speaking pandit for Makar Sankranti Puja in Kochi?
Yes. Each pandit’s languages are listed on their profile, so you can choose one who follows your family’s tradition; mantras are in Sanskrit.
Which areas of Kochi do you cover?
Most of Kochi — for example Kakkanad, Edappally, Vyttila, Aluva, Tripunithura and Kaloor. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.