What is Rudrabhishekam?
Rudrabhishekam is the ritual bathing (abhishekam) of a Shiva Lingam while the Sri Rudram — the Namakam and Chamakam from the Krishna Yajurveda — is chanted. It takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours with 1 pandit (more for Laghu Rudram).
Rudrabhishekam in Karthika masam 2026
Karthika masam 2026 runs from Tuesday, 10 November 2026 to Tuesday, 8 December 2026 in the Telugu and Kannada (amanta) calendar. Shiva is worshipped all month, and Rudrabhishekam on the Karthika Somavarams (Mondays) is held especially auspicious. Book early if you want a Somavaram or Purnima evening.
| Karthika Somavaram | Date |
|---|---|
| First Somavaram | Monday, 16 November 2026 |
| Second Somavaram | Monday, 23 November 2026 |
| Third Somavaram | Monday, 30 November 2026 |
| Fourth Somavaram | Monday, 7 December 2026 |
Next Pradosham dates in Chittoor for Rudrabhishekam
Rudrabhishekam is traditionally done on Pradosham. These are the next dates, with the tithi times worked out for Chittoor; book a few days ahead, as these days fill first.
| Date | Day | Tithi time |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, 22 Nov | Pradosh Vrat | Sun, 22 Nov, 04:57 AM – Mon, 23 Nov, 02:37 AM |
| Sun, 6 Dec | Pradosh Vrat | Sun, 6 Dec, 12:52 AM – Mon, 7 Dec, 02:22 AM |
| Mon, 21 Dec | Pradosh Vrat | Mon, 21 Dec, 05:37 PM – Tue, 22 Dec, 02:24 PM |
| Tue, 5 Jan | Pradosh Vrat | Mon, 4 Jan, 06:16 PM – Tue, 5 Jan, 08:40 PM |
| Wed, 20 Jan | Pradosh Vrat | Wed, 20 Jan, 04:42 AM – Thu, 21 Jan, 01:12 AM |
| Wed, 3 Feb | Pradosh Vrat | Wed, 3 Feb, 01:51 PM – Thu, 4 Feb, 04:32 PM |
Pandits available for Rudrabhishekam in Chittoor
Rudrabhishekam in Chittoor
Telugu families book Rudrabhishekam especially on Karthika Somavarams and Maha Shivaratri, often ending with a Karthika deepam.
Well-known temples in and around Chittoor
- Kanipakam Sri Varasiddhi Vinayaka Swamy Temple
- Ardhagiri Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple
- Tirumala Sri Venkateswara Temple
Areas we cover in and around Chittoor
- Kanipakam
- Palamaner
- Kuppam
- Punganur
- Bangarupalem
చిత్తూరులో రుద్రాభిషేకం — ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులు, దక్షిణ ₹3,450 నుండి.
Puja timings in Chittoor this week
Chittoor timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Rudrabhishekam in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:44 PM | 09:05 AM – 10:31 AM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:44 PM | 04:17 PM – 05:44 PM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:13 AM | 05:44 PM | 07:39 AM – 09:06 AM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:13 AM | 05:44 PM | 02:51 PM – 04:17 PM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:44 PM | 11:59 AM – 01:25 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:44 PM | 01:25 PM – 02:51 PM | 11:36 AM – 12:22 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:15 AM | 05:44 PM | 10:33 AM – 11:59 AM | 11:36 AM – 12:22 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Chittoor
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
- Sun, 22 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Tue, 24 Nov
Purnima
- Fri, 27 Nov
Sankashti Chaturthi
- Fri, 4 Dec
Utpanna Ekadashi
- Sun, 6 Dec
Pradosh Vrat
Rudrabhishekam price in Chittoor and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Chittoor (this page) | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
| Tirupati | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
| Bengaluru | ₹3,100 | Kannada |
| Chennai | ₹3,100 | Tamil |
Frequently asked questions
When is Karthika masam 2026?
From Tuesday, 10 November 2026 to Tuesday, 8 December 2026. The Karthika Somavarams are Mon, 16 Nov, Mon, 23 Nov, Mon, 30 Nov, Mon, 7 Dec.
How much does Rudrabhishekam cost in Chittoor?
Rudrabhishekam in Chittoor starts from ₹3,450 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit (more for Laghu Rudram). This includes the standard area rate for Chittoor (the base price is ₹3,100 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 Telugu-speaking pandit for Rudrabhishekam in Chittoor?
Yes — Telugu-speaking pandits are the norm in Chittoor. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Chittoor do you cover?
Homes and offices across Chittoor, including Kanipakam, Palamaner, Kuppam, Punganur and Bangarupalem. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.
చిత్తూరులో రుద్రాభిషేకం ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా చిత్తూరులో రుద్రాభిషేకం దక్షిణ ₹3,450 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
చిత్తూరులో రుద్రాభిషేకం చేయించడానికి తెలుగు పురోహితులు దొరుకుతారా?
అవును. చిన్న అడ్వాన్స్తో స్లాట్ బుక్ చేస్తే, Rutviju బృందం మా పురోహితుల నెట్వర్క్ నుండి ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులను 24 గంటల్లో ఏర్పాటు చేస్తుంది; కుదరకపోతే అడ్వాన్స్ మీ వాలెట్కు తిరిగి వస్తుంది.