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 Tirupati for Rudrabhishekam
Rudrabhishekam is traditionally done on Pradosham. These are the next dates, with the tithi times worked out for Tirupati; 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 Tirupati
Telugu families book Rudrabhishekam especially on Karthika Somavarams and Maha Shivaratri, often ending with a Karthika deepam.
Shiva temples in and around Tirupati
- Srikalahasteeswara Temple
- Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple
Areas we cover in and around Tirupati
- Tiruchanur
- Renigunta
- Chandragiri
- Srikalahasti
- Alipiri
- Tiruchanoor Road
తిరుపతిలో రుద్రాభిషేకం — ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులు, దక్షిణ ₹3,450 నుండి.
Puja timings in Tirupati this week
Tirupati 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 | 06:11 AM | 05:42 PM | 09:04 AM – 10:30 AM | 11:34 AM – 12:20 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:42 PM | 04:16 PM – 05:42 PM | 11:34 AM – 12:20 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:42 PM | 07:38 AM – 09:05 AM | 11:34 AM – 12:20 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:13 AM | 05:42 PM | 02:49 PM – 04:16 PM | 11:34 AM – 12:20 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:13 AM | 05:42 PM | 11:57 AM – 01:23 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:42 PM | 01:24 PM – 02:50 PM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:42 PM | 10:32 AM – 11:58 AM | 11:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Tirupati
- 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 Tirupati and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Tirupati (this page) | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
| Chittoor | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
| Nellore | ₹3,450 | Telugu |
| Kadapa | ₹3,450 | 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 Tirupati?
The starting dakshina in Tirupati is ₹3,450 for 1 pandit (more for Laghu Rudram). This includes the standard area rate for Tirupati (the base price is ₹3,100 in the metro cities). The pandit you choose, a samagri kit or express booking can change the total, which you see in full before paying.
Can I book a Telugu-speaking pandit for Rudrabhishekam in Tirupati?
You can. Filter by the language your family prays in; every Rutviju pandit’s languages are shown before you book.
Which areas of Tirupati do you cover?
Homes and offices across Tirupati, including Tiruchanur, Renigunta, Chandragiri, Srikalahasti, Alipiri and Tiruchanoor Road. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.
తిరుపతిలో రుద్రాభిషేకం ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా తిరుపతిలో రుద్రాభిషేకం దక్షిణ ₹3,450 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
తిరుపతిలో రుద్రాభిషేకం చేయించడానికి తెలుగు పురోహితులు దొరుకుతారా?
అవును. మంత్రాలు సంస్కృతంలో, సంకల్పం మరియు వివరణ తెలుగులో చేసే ధ్రువీకరించిన పురోహితులు Tiruchanur, Renigunta, Chandragiri, Srikalahasti సహా తిరుపతి అంతటా ఇంటికి వస్తారు.