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).
Next Pradosham dates in Delhi for Rudrabhishekam
Rudrabhishekam is traditionally done on Pradosham. These are the next dates, with the tithi times worked out for Delhi; 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 |
Rudrabhishekam in Delhi
In North India Rudrabhishek is most popular on Sawan Somvar and Maha Shivratri, with the Rudrashtadhyayi chanted.
Well-known temples in and around Delhi
- Jhandewalan Mata Temple
- Laxminarayan (Birla) Mandir
- Chhatarpur Mandir
Areas we cover in and around Delhi
Puja timings in Delhi this week
Delhi 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 | 06:43 AM | 05:28 PM | 09:24 AM – 10:45 AM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:44 AM | 05:27 PM | 04:07 PM – 05:27 PM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:44 AM | 05:27 PM | 08:05 AM – 09:25 AM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:45 AM | 05:27 PM | 02:46 PM – 04:06 PM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:46 AM | 05:26 PM | 12:06 PM – 01:26 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:47 AM | 05:26 PM | 01:26 PM – 02:46 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:47 AM | 05:26 PM | 10:47 AM – 12:07 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Delhi
- 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 Delhi and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi (this page) | ₹3,100 | Hindi |
| Noida | ₹3,100 | Hindi |
| Gurugram | ₹3,100 | Hindi |
| Jaipur | ₹3,450 | Hindi |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Rudrabhishekam cost in Delhi?
Rudrabhishekam in Delhi starts from ₹3,100 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit (more for Laghu Rudram). Delhi is charged the base price, with no area surcharge. Samagri and express booking are optional, and the full bill with GST is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Hindi-speaking pandit for Rudrabhishekam in Delhi?
Yes — Hindi-speaking pandits are the norm in Delhi. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Delhi do you cover?
Most of Delhi — for example Dwarka, Rohini, Janakpuri, Saket, Lajpat Nagar and Mayur Vihar. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.