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Golden Temple Timings and Ceremonies
Two ceremonies frame each day: Prakash in the early morning and Sukhasan at night, when the Guru Granth Sahib is carried in the Palki Sahib.
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Quick answer
The complex never closes. The sanctum doors open at about 2:30 am; the Prakash ceremony and first Hukamnama follow in the early morning (around 4–5 am). At night, the Sukhasan ceremony carries the Guru Granth Sahib in the Palki Sahib to Akal Takht, usually in the late evening; exact times change with the season.
Daily schedule
| Event | Approximate time |
|---|---|
| Sanctum doors open | About 2:30 am |
| Prakash ceremony | Early morning, about 4–6 am |
| First Hukamnama | About 5 am |
| Palki Sahib / Sukhasan | Late evening; varies by season |
| Complex and langar | Open 24 hours |
Ceremony times change between summer and winter. Ask at the information office on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
What time is Palki Sahib at the Golden Temple?
The Sukhasan ceremony with the Palki Sahib is held late in the evening; the exact time changes with the season.
What time does the Golden Temple open?
The complex is always open; the sanctum doors open at about 2:30 am.
Sources
Checked 6 Oct 2026. Rules can change; confirm with the official source before you travel.