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.
Makar Sankranti Puja in Ujjain
North Indian families take a holy bath, give khichdi and til in charity and worship Surya.
Well-known temples in and around Ujjain
- Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
- Harsiddhi Mata Temple
- Chintaman Ganesh Temple
Areas we cover in and around Ujjain
- Freeganj
- Nanakheda
- Mahakal Area
- Dewas Road
- Rishi Nagar
- Madhav Nagar
Puja timings in Ujjain this week
Ujjain 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 | 06:37 AM | 05:44 PM | 02:57 PM – 04:21 PM | 11:48 AM – 12:33 PM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:38 AM | 05:44 PM | 12:11 PM – 01:34 PM | 11:49 AM – 12:33 PM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:38 AM | 05:43 PM | 01:34 PM – 02:57 PM | 11:49 AM – 12:33 PM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:39 AM | 05:43 PM | 10:48 AM – 12:11 PM | 11:49 AM – 12:33 PM |
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:40 AM | 05:43 PM | 09:25 AM – 10:48 AM | 11:49 AM – 12:33 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:40 AM | 05:42 PM | 04:20 PM – 05:42 PM | 11:49 AM – 12:33 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:41 AM | 05:42 PM | 08:04 AM – 09:26 AM | 11:49 AM – 12:33 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Ujjain
- 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 Ujjain and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Ujjain (this page) | ₹2,350 | Hindi |
| Indore | ₹2,350 | Hindi |
| Bhopal | ₹2,350 | Hindi |
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 Ujjain?
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 Ujjain?
The starting dakshina in Ujjain is ₹2,350 for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Ujjain (the base price is ₹2,100 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 Makar Sankranti Puja in Ujjain?
You can. Filter by the language your family prays in; every Rutviju pandit’s languages are shown before you book.
Which areas of Ujjain do you cover?
Homes and offices across Ujjain, including Freeganj, Nanakheda, Mahakal Area, Dewas Road, Rishi Nagar and Madhav Nagar. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.