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Shirdi Sai Baba Temple: Complete Guide
The Samadhi Mandir of Sai Baba in Shirdi, run by the Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust, is one of India's most visited pilgrimage places.
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Quick answer
The temple opens at 4:45 am. Aartis are Kakad at 5:15 am, Madhyan at 12 noon, Dhoop at sunset and Shej at 10 pm. General darshan is free; paid darshan (₹200) and aarti passes (₹400–600) are booked on online.sai.org.in or the Sansthan app. Free meals are served at the prasadalaya from 10 am to 10 pm.
Key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Temple | Shri Saibaba Samadhi Mandir |
| Managed by | Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust, Shirdi |
| Temple opens | 4:45 am |
| Free meals | Prasadalaya, 10 am – 10 pm |
| Nearest airport | Shirdi airport, about 17 km |
| Nearest station | Sainagar Shirdi, about 4 km |
| Helpline | +91 7588375204, 7588371245; office 02423-258500 |
Places in the temple complex
- Samadhi Mandir, with Sai Baba's samadhi and idol.
- Dwarkamai, the mosque where Sai Baba lived.
- Chavadi, where he slept on alternate nights.
- Gurusthan, under the neem tree where he was first seen in Shirdi.
Plan your visit
- Thursdays, weekends and festivals (Ram Navami, Guru Purnima, Vijayadashami) are the busiest.
- Book aarti passes early; Kakad Aarti fills fastest.
- Many pilgrims add Shani Shingnapur as a half-day trip by road.
Book travel to Shirdi
Fix your darshan first, then book the journey with buffer on both sides.
Frequently asked questions
What are Shirdi aarti timings?
Kakad Aarti 5:15 am, Madhyan Aarti 12 noon, Dhoop Aarti at sunset and Shej Aarti 10 pm.
Is Shirdi darshan free?
Yes. General darshan is free; paid passes give a quicker queue.
How much is the Shirdi darshan pass?
Paid darshan was ₹200 and aarti passes ₹400–600, as reported in 2026. Book only on online.sai.org.in.
Sources
- Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust (official)
- Shri Saibaba Sansthan FAQ (official)
- Shirdi darshan booking, Feb 2026 (Yatradham)
Checked 6 Oct 2026. Rules can change; confirm with the official source before you travel.