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 Gurugram for Rudrabhishekam
Rudrabhishekam is traditionally done on Pradosham. These are the next dates, with the tithi times worked out for Gurugram; 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 Gurugram
In North India Rudrabhishek is most popular on Sawan Somvar and Maha Shivratri, with the Rudrashtadhyayi chanted.
Well-known temples in and around Gurugram
- Sheetla Mata Mandir
- ISKCON Gurugram
- Chhatarpur Mandir, Delhi
Areas we cover in and around Gurugram
- DLF Phase 1–5
- Sohna Road
- Golf Course Road
- Sector 56
- Manesar
- Palam Vihar
Puja timings in Gurugram this week
Gurugram 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 | 05:29 PM | 09:25 AM – 10:45 AM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:44 AM | 05:29 PM | 04:08 PM – 05:29 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:45 AM | 05:28 PM | 08:05 AM – 09:26 AM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:46 AM | 05:28 PM | 02:47 PM – 04:08 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:46 AM | 05:27 PM | 12:07 PM – 01:27 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:47 AM | 05:27 PM | 01:27 PM – 02:47 PM | 11:46 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:48 AM | 05:27 PM | 10:47 AM – 12:07 PM | 11:46 AM – 12:29 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Gurugram
- 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 Gurugram and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Gurugram (this page) | ₹3,100 | Hindi |
| Delhi | ₹3,100 | Hindi |
| Noida | ₹3,100 | Hindi |
| Jaipur | ₹3,450 | Hindi |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Rudrabhishekam cost in Gurugram?
Expect to pay from ₹3,100 in Gurugram — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit (more for Laghu Rudram). Gurugram is charged the base price, with no area surcharge. Booking and platform fees and 18% GST are added at checkout, and nothing is charged until you confirm the bill.
Can I book a Hindi-speaking pandit for Rudrabhishekam in Gurugram?
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 Gurugram do you cover?
Homes and offices across Gurugram, including DLF Phase 1–5, Sohna Road, Golf Course Road, Sector 56, Manesar and Palam Vihar. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.