What is Sudarshana Homam?
Sudarshana Homam invokes the Sudarshana Chakra, the divine discus of Lord Vishnu, for protection from negative energies, evil eye (drishti), enemies and obstacles, and to purify a home or workplace. It takes 2 to 3 hours with 1 to 2 pandits.
Next Ekadashi dates in Varanasi for Sudarshana Homam
Sudarshana Homam is traditionally done on Ekadashi. These are the next dates, with the tithi times worked out for Varanasi; book a few days ahead, as these days fill first.
| Date | Day | Tithi time |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, 20 Nov | Devutthana Ekadashi | Fri, 20 Nov, 07:16 AM – Sat, 21 Nov, 06:32 AM |
| Fri, 4 Dec | Utpanna Ekadashi | Thu, 3 Dec, 11:04 PM – Fri, 4 Dec, 11:45 PM |
| Sun, 20 Dec | Mokshada Ekadashi | Sat, 19 Dec, 10:10 PM – Sun, 20 Dec, 08:15 PM |
| Sun, 3 Jan | Saphala Ekadashi | Sat, 2 Jan, 02:25 PM – Sun, 3 Jan, 04:09 PM |
| Mon, 18 Jan | Pausha Putrada Ekadashi | Mon, 18 Jan, 10:27 AM – Tue, 19 Jan, 07:50 AM |
| Tue, 2 Feb | Shattila Ekadashi | Mon, 1 Feb, 08:42 AM – Tue, 2 Feb, 11:11 AM |
Pandits available for Sudarshana Homam in Varanasi
Sudarshana Homam in Varanasi
The homam follows Sri Vaishnava or your family’s tradition.
Well-known temples in and around Varanasi
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
- Durga Kund Temple
Areas we cover in and around Varanasi
- Lanka
- Sigra
- Assi
- Bhelupur
- Godowlia
- Sarnath
Puja timings in Varanasi this week
Varanasi timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Sudarshana Homam in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:10 PM | 08:58 AM – 10:20 AM | 11:20 AM – 12:04 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:15 AM | 05:10 PM | 03:48 PM – 05:10 PM | 11:21 AM – 12:04 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:10 PM | 07:37 AM – 08:59 AM | 11:21 AM – 12:05 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:09 PM | 02:26 PM – 03:48 PM | 11:21 AM – 12:05 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:17 AM | 05:09 PM | 11:43 AM – 01:05 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:18 AM | 05:09 PM | 01:05 PM – 02:26 PM | 11:22 AM – 12:05 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:19 AM | 05:09 PM | 10:22 AM – 11:44 AM | 11:22 AM – 12:05 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Varanasi
- 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
Frequently asked questions
How much does Sudarshana Homam cost in Varanasi?
Expect to pay from ₹8,250 in Varanasi — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 to 2 pandits. This includes the standard area rate for Varanasi (the base price is ₹7,500 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 Hindi-speaking pandit for Sudarshana Homam in Varanasi?
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 Varanasi do you cover?
Homes and offices across Varanasi, including Lanka, Sigra, Assi, Bhelupur, Godowlia and Sarnath. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.