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Mahakaleshwar Bhasma Aarti Booking Guide
Bhasma Aarti is performed every morning from 4 to 6 am. Places are limited, so booking is online only and fills quickly.
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Quick answer
Book on shrimahakaleshwar.com or the Shri Mahakal app. The fee is ₹200 per person. Regular slots open 30 days ahead and an emergency quota opens one day ahead, both at 8 am. Report between 1 and 2 am with your original photo ID, dressed in dhoti-kurta (men) or saree/salwar (women).
Booking at a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Where | shrimahakaleshwar.com or the Shri Mahakal mobile app |
| Fee | ₹200 per person |
| Regular quota | Opens 30 days ahead, 8:00 am |
| Emergency quota | Opens 1 day ahead, 8:00 am |
| Offline counter | None for Bhasma Aarti |
| Aarti time | 4:00 – 6:00 am |
| Reporting time | 1:00 – 2:00 am |
| ID | Original photo ID (Aadhaar, passport or voter ID) |
As reported in August 2026. The temple committee can change fees and quotas; check the official site.
How to book
- Be ready at 8 amLog in a few minutes early 30 days before your date.
- Enter details for each personName and ID exactly as on the document you will carry.
- Pay ₹200 per personOnly on the official site or app.
- Save the passYou need it with your original ID at the gate.
Dress code
| Who | What to wear |
|---|---|
| Men | Unstitched dhoti (sola) and kurta |
| Women | Saree or salwar suit; saree for jal abhishek |
Tips
- Stay near the temple; you will be walking there around 1 am.
- Carry nothing you do not need; follow the security instructions at the gate.
- Never pay agents who promise Bhasma Aarti passes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Bhasma Aarti booking fee?
₹200 per person, as reported in August 2026.
How many days in advance can I book Bhasma Aarti?
30 days. An emergency quota opens one day ahead at 8 am.
Can I book Bhasma Aarti offline?
No. There is no offline booking counter for Bhasma Aarti.
What is the dress code for Bhasma Aarti?
Men wear an unstitched dhoti and kurta; women wear a saree or salwar suit.
Sources
Checked 6 Oct 2026. Rules can change; confirm with the official source before you travel.