Pitru Pujan (Pitra Dosh Puja)
A dedicated worship ritual for your ancestors (pitrus), performed live by verified pandits in Ujjain or Gaya to invoke their blessings for family harmony, prosperity and protection from ancestral obstacles.
45-60 mins
Ujjain or Gaya
Sanskrit / Hindi
Starting price
₹4,700
Per sankalp · live viewing included
- Pitru devata puja and mantra chanting shown on camera
- Pay-per-puja, no subscription
What's included
- Live video call access to the full ritual
- Sankalp with your name, gotra & ancestors' names
- Pitru devata puja with traditional offerings
- Pitru Gayatri & pitru mantra chanting
- Til, jal and flower offerings as per tradition
- Aarti performed on camera at the close
- Digital certificate with pandit's name & date
How your Pitru Pujan is performed
- 1
Your pandit opens the video call from the Ujjain temple premises and shows the sankalp setup.
- 2
Sankalp is taken aloud with your name, gotra and ancestors' names read from a card visible on camera.
- 3
Pitru devata puja is performed with til, jal, flowers and traditional offerings.
- 4
Pitru Gayatri and pitru mantras are chanted for the ancestors' peace and blessings.
- 5
A concluding prayer is offered for family harmony and protection.
- 6
The call ends with a closing aarti and a blessing addressed to your family, still live.
Dress Code
- Simple, clean traditional wear (kurta-pyjama, saree or salwar kameez) is preferred
- White or light-coloured clothing is traditionally worn for ancestral rites
- Avoid bright colours or festive attire for this solemn ritual
- New or freshly washed clothes are both acceptable, but cleanliness matters more than novelty
Rules & Guidelines
Before the Puja
- Share the names of your ancestors and your gotra in advance so the priest can prepare the sankalp
- Avoid non-vegetarian food, alcohol and tobacco from the previous evening
- Bathe and dress simply before joining the live stream
- Note any specific intention (family harmony, protection) to share at sankalp
During the Puja
- Join 10 minutes early to confirm your connection
- Remain seated calmly and respectfully through the puja
- Avoid interrupting with calls or conversation during the ritual
- Keep hands folded during the closing aarti
After the Puja
- Consume prasad within the window on the courier slip, generally within a week
- Continue any remedies (mantra japa, annual shraadh) the priest recommends
- Avoid discarding the sacred thread or ash casually; immerse them in flowing water
- Keep your recording and receipt for future reference
Choose your package
| Package | Includes | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Pitru devata puja + mantra chanting + certificate | ₹4,700 | |
| Live Stream | Everything in Basic, plus a live video stream link so you can watch the puja in real time from anywhere. | ₹5,700 | |
| Conference Call | Everything in Basic, plus a live video conference call with the priest during the puja. | ₹6,700 |
Note: If you choose the Conference Call package, this puja will be performed from a closed premises with wifi connectivity, and not from any ghat or temple.
Please Note
- Prices shown above are starting estimates for the standard ritual. Your exact requirements - additional family members, extra rituals or specific customisations - can change the final cost, so please contact us with your specific requirement to get an exact budget before you book.
Frequently asked
What is Pitru Pujan performed for?
Pitru Pujan is a worship ritual dedicated to one's ancestors, performed to invoke their blessings for family harmony, prosperity and protection from ancestral obstacles.
Why is this puja performed in Ujjain?
Our on-site pandits perform the ritual in Ujjain, one of India's most significant pilgrimage sites for ancestral rites.
How is Pitru Pujan different from Pitru Tarpan?
Pitru Pujan is a worship ritual with offerings and mantra chanting performed at the temple premises, while Pitru Tarpan is specifically a water offering performed on the riverside ghats.
Can I book this puja on behalf of a family member who isn't present?
Yes, the sankalp only needs the names and gotra, which you can provide at booking.
What if I can't join live at the scheduled time?
We'll work with you to find a slot that fits your time zone, including US and UK evening hours for NRI families. Your session recording is also available for 30 days.
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