Mahakaleshwar Bhasma Aarti Online Booking 2026. Step by Step
Bhasma Aarti booking at Mahakaleshwar Temple opens 60 days in advance on mahakaleshwar.nic.in. Slots fill in 90 seconds for festival dates and 5 minutes for normal dates. This is the exact step-by-step booking process for 2026.
What you need before booking
- Aadhaar or PAN of every devotee
- Recent JPEG photo of each devotee (under 100 KB)
- Working UPI ID or credit/debit card
- Stable internet (4G+ or wifi)
- Date 60 days in advance is the booking-open day
Booking steps
- Login at mahakaleshwar.nic.in by 11:55 PM the night before
- At 12:00 AM IST, refresh and click “Bhasma Aarti Booking”
- Pick the date 60 days ahead
- Choose mandapam: Nandi (1,500), Karthikeya VIP (3,000), Ganesh VIP (3,000)
- Add 1 to 4 devotee details (max 4 per booking)
- Upload photos and ID details
- Pay via UPI (faster than card)
- Save the QR ticket PDF immediately
Mandapam differences
| Mandapam | Price | Distance from lingam |
|---|---|---|
| Nandi | 1,500 | ~12 ft (front view) |
| Karthikeya VIP | 3,000 | ~8 ft (right side) |
| Ganesh VIP | 3,000 | ~8 ft (left side) |
Common booking failures
- Aadhaar typo (verify each digit before submit)
- Photo over 100 KB rejected (compress before upload)
- Card 3D-secure timeout (use UPI instead)
- Browser auto-refresh kicks you out of slot (don’t refresh after picking date)
Frequently asked questions
How to book Mahakaleshwar Bhasma Aarti online?
Go to mahakaleshwar.nic.in, click Bhasma Aarti Booking, pick date, add ID + photo, pay 1,500 or 3,000 rupees.
What time does Bhasma Aarti booking open?
Booking opens at 12:00 AM IST 60 days in advance. Festival dates fill in 60 to 90 seconds.
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How many people can I book in one Bhasma Aarti booking?
Maximum 4 devotees per booking. Each needs separate ID and photo.
Can I book Bhasma Aarti for the same day?
No. Same-day Bhasma Aarti booking is not available. Plan at least 7 days ahead, 30 days for festivals.
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Independent informational guide for Mahakal Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple, Ujjain. Verified weekly against the official portal mahakaleshwar.nic.in. We do not facilitate bookings.
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