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 near Srisailam
Srisailam, which is both a Jyotirlinga and a Shakti Peetha, is the great Shiva centre for this region, and Mahanandi and Yaganti are nearby. Those who cannot make the journey often keep the abhishekam at home on Karthika Mondays or Maha Shivaratri.
Worth planning for
- Tell the pandit if your family is Smarta or follows another tradition.
- Plan for the ghat road if you are also visiting Srisailam.
- Order bilva leaves ahead of time.
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 Kurnool for Rudrabhishekam
Rudrabhishekam is traditionally done on Pradosham. These are the next dates, with the tithi times worked out for Kurnool; 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 Kurnool
Rudrabhishekam in Kurnool
Telugu families book Rudrabhishekam especially on Karthika Somavarams and Maha Shivaratri, often ending with a Karthika deepam.
Shiva temples in and around Kurnool
- Srisailam Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple
- Mahanandi Temple
- Yaganti Uma Maheswara Temple
Areas we cover in and around Kurnool
- Nandyal
- Adoni
- Yemmiganur
- Dhone
- Allagadda
కర్నూలులో రుద్రాభిషేకం — ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులు, దక్షిణ ₹3,450 నుండి.
Puja timings in Kurnool this week
Kurnool 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 | 06:20 AM | 05:44 PM | 09:11 AM – 10:37 AM | 11:39 AM – 12:25 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:20 AM | 05:44 PM | 04:19 PM – 05:44 PM | 11:40 AM – 12:25 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:21 AM | 05:44 PM | 07:46 AM – 09:12 AM | 11:40 AM – 12:25 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:21 AM | 05:44 PM | 02:53 PM – 04:19 PM | 11:40 AM – 12:25 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:22 AM | 05:44 PM | 12:03 PM – 01:28 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:22 AM | 05:44 PM | 01:28 PM – 02:53 PM | 11:40 AM – 12:26 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:23 AM | 05:44 PM | 10:38 AM – 12:03 PM | 11:41 AM – 12:26 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Kurnool
- 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 Kurnool and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Kurnool (this page) | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
| Anantapur | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
| Kadapa | ₹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 Kurnool?
Rudrabhishekam in Kurnool starts from ₹3,450 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit (more for Laghu Rudram). This includes the standard area rate for Kurnool (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 Kurnool?
Yes — Telugu-speaking pandits are the norm in Kurnool. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Kurnool do you cover?
Most of Kurnool — for example Nandyal, Adoni, Yemmiganur, Dhone and Allagadda. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.
కర్నూలులో రుద్రాభిషేకం ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా కర్నూలులో రుద్రాభిషేకం దక్షిణ ₹3,450 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
కర్నూలులో 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.
Can I do Rudrabhishekam at home instead of going to Srisailam?
Yes. Home abhishekam is a long-standing practice, and families often do both over time.