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 Surat
Makar Sankranti Puja in Surat
Gujarati families mark Uttarayan with kites, til-chikki and Surya puja.
Vishnu temples in and around Surat
- ISKCON Surat
- Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Surat
Areas we cover in and around Surat
- Adajan
- Vesu
- Varachha
- Piplod
- Katargam
- Athwa
Puja timings in Surat this week
Surat 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 | 06:46 AM | 05:59 PM | 03:11 PM – 04:35 PM | 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:47 AM | 05:58 PM | 12:23 PM – 01:47 PM | 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:47 AM | 05:58 PM | 01:47 PM – 03:10 PM | 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:48 AM | 05:58 PM | 10:59 AM – 12:23 PM | 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM |
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:48 AM | 05:57 PM | 09:36 AM – 10:59 AM | 12:01 PM – 12:45 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:49 AM | 05:57 PM | 04:34 PM – 05:57 PM | 12:01 PM – 12:45 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:50 AM | 05:57 PM | 08:13 AM – 09:36 AM | 12:01 PM – 12:46 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Surat
- 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 Surat and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Surat (this page) | ₹2,350 | Gujarati |
| Ahmedabad | ₹2,100 | Gujarati |
| Mumbai | ₹2,100 | Marathi |
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 Surat?
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 Surat?
Makar Sankranti Puja in Surat starts from ₹2,350 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Surat (the base price is ₹2,100 in the metro cities). Samagri and express booking are optional, and the full bill with GST is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Gujarati-speaking pandit for Makar Sankranti Puja in Surat?
Yes — Gujarati-speaking pandits are the norm in Surat. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Surat do you cover?
Homes and offices across Surat, including Adajan, Vesu, Varachha, Piplod, Katargam and Athwa. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.