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 Khammam for Rudrabhishekam
Rudrabhishekam is traditionally done on Pradosham. These are the next dates, with the tithi times worked out for Khammam; 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 Khammam
Rudrabhishekam in Khammam
Telugu families book Rudrabhishekam especially on Karthika Somavarams and Maha Shivaratri, often ending with a Karthika deepam.
Well-known temples in and around Khammam
- Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy Temple, Bhadrachalam
- Stambhadri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
- Jamalapuram Venkateswara Swamy Temple
Areas we cover in and around Khammam
- Kothagudem
- Sathupalli
- Madhira
- Yellandu
- Wyra
ఖమ్మంలో రుద్రాభిషేకం — ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులు, దక్షిణ ₹3,450 నుండి.
Puja timings in Khammam this week
Khammam 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 | 06:13 AM | 05:34 PM | 09:04 AM – 10:29 AM | 11:31 AM – 12:16 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:34 PM | 04:09 PM – 05:34 PM | 11:31 AM – 12:17 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:34 PM | 07:39 AM – 09:04 AM | 11:31 AM – 12:17 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:15 AM | 05:33 PM | 02:44 PM – 04:09 PM | 11:32 AM – 12:17 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:33 PM | 11:54 AM – 01:19 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:33 PM | 01:19 PM – 02:44 PM | 11:32 AM – 12:17 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:17 AM | 05:33 PM | 10:30 AM – 11:55 AM | 11:32 AM – 12:17 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Khammam
- 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 Khammam and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Khammam (this page) | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
| Warangal | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
| Vijayawada | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
| Hyderabad | ₹3,100 | Telugu |
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 Khammam?
Expect to pay from ₹3,450 in Khammam — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit (more for Laghu Rudram). This includes the standard area rate for Khammam (the base price is ₹3,100 in the metro cities). Booking and platform fees and 18% GST are added at checkout, and nothing is charged until you confirm the bill.
Can I book a Telugu-speaking pandit for Rudrabhishekam in Khammam?
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 Khammam do you cover?
Homes and offices across Khammam, including Kothagudem, Sathupalli, Madhira, Yellandu and Wyra. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.
ఖమ్మంలో రుద్రాభిషేకం ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా ఖమ్మంలో రుద్రాభిషేకం దక్షిణ ₹3,450 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
ఖమ్మంలో 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.