Pooja List & Procedure of Tiruttani Temple

Key Information at a Glance

Temple	Arulmigu Subramania Swamy Temple, Tiruttani
Deity	Lord Murugan (Subramania Swamy) — one of the six Arupadai Veedu shrines
Location	Tiruttani, Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu
Managed by	Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department, Tamil Nadu
Darshan timings	Generally 6:00 AM to 8:45 PM daily (confirm; festival days vary)
General darshan	Free
Steps to hill	About 365 steps (one for each day of the year)
Official booking	Temple counter and Tamil Nadu HR&CE online portal

About the Temple

Tiruttani is the fifth of the six revered abodes of Lord Murugan and is among the most visited Murugan shrines in Tamil Nadu. The hill temple is reached by climbing roughly 365 steps, a number traditionally said to represent each day of the year, so devotees may seek the Lord’s blessings throughout the year. The temple is administered by the Tamil Nadu HR&CE Department, which sets the official rituals, ticketing and booking arrangements.

Pilgrims visit Tiruttani for the daily abhishekam and archana, and for the larger sevas held on auspicious days. Because the temple draws very heavy crowds on Krittika days, Tuesdays, Fridays and major festivals, it is wise to plan your visit, ticket and any seva in advance.

Pooja & Seva List (Indicative)

The temple follows a daily schedule of poojas, with abhishekam performed at set times and several sevas that can be booked individually. The table below lists commonly offered sevas with indicative costs reported by pilgrims. Rates, slots and rules change frequently, so treat these figures only as a rough guide.

Seva / Darshan	Indicative cost	Notes
General darshan	Free	Open to all devotees
Special darshan	₹100	Faster queue (confirm at counter)
VIP darshan	₹200	Confirm availability
Abhishekam	₹1,500	Up to two persons per ticket; about 30–40 minutes including darshan
Sahasranama Archana	₹400	Reported as available on arrival
Thirukalyanam / Golden Chariot (Thanga Ther)	Varies	Special sevas; ask at the temple office

Typical daily poojas reported at the temple include Viswaroopa Pooja in the early morning, Kalasandhi Pooja in the morning, Uchikkala (midday) Pooja, and the night Palliyarai Pooja. The exact order and timings can change on festival and auspicious days.

Please confirm before you travel: All sevas, pooja timings and prices above are indicative and may differ from the current arrangement. Verify the latest rates, available slots and booking rules directly at the temple counter or through the official Tamil Nadu HR&CE channel. We do not collect payments or reserve tickets on your behalf.

Darshan Timings & Special Days

The temple generally opens early in the morning and closes at night, with darshan commonly reported from around 6:00 AM to 8:45 PM. During festivals and peak days the temple may extend or adjust its hours and queue arrangements, so timings should always be confirmed close to your visit.

Krittika days each month, along with Tuesdays and Fridays, are considered especially auspicious for Murugan worship and attract large crowds. Major festivals associated with the temple include Skanda Sashti (in the Tamil month of Aippasi, around October–November), Vaikasi Visakam (celebrated as Lord Murugan’s birthday), Thai Poosam, Panguni Uthiram and Karthigai. Tiruttani is also well known for its New Year Step Festival around the end of December and the Aadi Krittikai celebration. Expect heavier crowds and longer waits on all these days.

For the abhishekam-specific schedule, ticket types and how to reserve a slot, see our related guide on Tiruttani temple abhishekam tickets and online booking.

How to Reach

Tiruttani is in Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, and is well connected to Chennai by road and rail. Tiruttani has its own railway station, and regular buses serve the town from Chennai and nearby cities. The temple sits on a small hill, and devotees can climb the roughly 365 steps to reach the sanctum; transport options to the foot of the hill and step-free access arrangements should be checked locally, especially for elderly pilgrims.

If you plan to perform a seva, arrive early on busy days and carry your booking confirmation. Footwear, photography and dress-code rules are set by the temple administration, so follow the instructions of temple staff on site.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sevas are offered at the Tiruttani Murugan temple?

Commonly offered sevas include abhishekam, archana such as Sahasranama Archana, and special sevas like Thirukalyanam and the Golden Chariot (Thanga Ther) procession. General darshan is free, while special and VIP darshan tickets are also available. Confirm the current list and costs at the temple.

How do I officially book a seva at Tiruttani?

Sevas and tickets are handled by the Tamil Nadu HR&CE Department. You can book at the temple counter or through the official HR&CE online portal for the temple. Sri Vyasa Pooja is only an information guide and does not book sevas or take payments.

How much does abhishekam cost at Tiruttani temple?

Abhishekam is reported at an indicative cost of around ₹1,500, usually allowing up to two persons per ticket, with the ritual taking about 30 to 40 minutes including darshan. This is indicative only; please confirm the current price and slot at the temple.

How many steps are there to climb at the Tiruttani temple?

The hill temple is reached by about 365 steps, traditionally said to represent each day of the year. Elderly or less mobile devotees should check locally for available assistance and access options.