Kedarnath Temple is located in beautiful Himalayas and is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga temple in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. Visitors from different parts of India and abroad come here with faith and devotion. The temple follows a daily schedule of rituals that start early in morning and go on till evening.
Priests carefully perform special pujas like Abhishekam, Rudra Homa, and Panchamrit Puja with full devotion. Each ritual has its own importance and helps devotees feel closer to Lord Shiva. If you’re planning to join any puja we offer details on different rituals and their rates. You can also book them in advance through our website.
- Entry Fee: No entry fee for general darshan.
The Sacred Pujas of Kedarnath
The Rawal, who is the head priest of Kedarnath temple plays an important role in its spiritual traditions.
He belongs to the Veerashaiva community of Karnataka and oversees all the rituals and prayers performed by the priests under him.
Aarti Timings
The daily Poojas at Kedarnath Temple feel like a peaceful rhythm of prayer, starting early in the morning and continuing till evening.
Every day, Pooja at Kedarnath temple starts early at 4:30 am with Maha Abhishek and ends by 7:00 pm with the Shayan Aarti.
Kedarnath Temple TimingsÂ
- Darshan at the temple starts at 6 am. There’s a short afternoon break from 3 pm to 5 pm when the temple remains closed.
- People are allowed to have Darshan at the temple until 7:00 pm.
- After 5 PM, no one is allowed to touch the idol, but you can still have Darshan from a distance. During this time, the idol is dressed in royal clothes.
Rituals
- Rudrabhishek – This is a holy ritual where Lord Kedarnath’s idol is washed with water, milk, curd, honey and ghee. People believe it brings Lord Shiva’s blessings and protection
- Aarti- Aarti takes place every morning and evening at the temple. It includes lighting lamps in front of the deity while singing prayers and devotional songs.
- Bhog Aarti- According to ritual special food called Bhog is offered to the Lord. Devotees see this as a way to show their love and thankfulness.
- Abhishek – Abhishekam is special ritual where Shiv Linga is bathed with holy Ganga water. Devotees believe it helps wash away negativity and brings peace to soul.
- Rudra Homa- Fire rituals, called Homa or Yajna are done to get blessings from Lord Shiva. During the ritual, priests chant Vedic mantras.
- Panchamrit Puja – The Lord is bathed with Panchamrit, a mix of five holy items—milk, curd, honey, ghee and sugar. This ritual is done to make the Lord happy and ask for his blessings.
- Maha Aarti- During festivals and important days, special Aartis are performed. Maha Aarti is a bigger ceremony with detailed rituals and lots of devotees take part in it.
- Utsav (Festivals) – Festivals such as Mahashivratri, Rudrabhishek, and Diwali are celebrated with special rituals, and lots of people come to take part in them.
- Maha Aarti- During festivals and important days, special Aartis are performed. Maha Aarti is a bigger ceremony with detailed rituals and lots of devotees take part in it.
- Utsav (Festivals) – Special festivals like Mahashivratri, Rudrabhishek and Diwali are celebrated with unique rituals, and many people come to join the celebrations.
Kedarnath Puja Rates
Those who want to take part in rituals can choose from many puja options, all available at fixed prices.
- Maha Abhishek puja (only 5 member of family) 1hr- INR 9,500
- Rudra Abhishek Puja (1 Person)-
- Laghu Rudra Abhishek Puja (only 5 member of family) 30 min- INR 6,100
- Shodasopachar Puja (5 Person)- 5,500
- Entire Pujas of a day- INR 28,600
- Morning Puja- INR 950
- Balbhog(4 am)- INR 1000
- Shiv Sahasranamam Path (5 Persons/ 10 min)- INR 2000
- Shiv Mahima Stotra Paath (5 Person/ 12 min)- INR 1,900
- Shiv Tandava Stotra Paath (1 Person)-
- Sampurna Aarti (5 Persons/ 1 hr )- INR 6,500
- Dainik Yagya Havan- 2000 INR
- Akhand Jyothi Daily- 3900 INR
Puja on Special Occasions:
- Shrawani Purnima Annakut- INR 7500
- Akhand Jyoti Yearly- INR 28000
Frequently Asked Questions
Q-1: Are there any rules to follow at Kedarnath Temple?
Ans: For a smooth and respectful visit, you need to register before coming. There’s also a dress code, some items you can’t bring, and photography is not allowed inside the temple.
Q-2: What’s the best time to attend rituals at a temple?
Ans: The best time to attend pujas is early in the morning, between 6 AM and 8 AM.
Q-3: Is there a limit to how many people can take part?
Ans: Yes, the number of people who can take part in each ritual is limited.
Q-4: Is it possible to donate online to the temples?
Ans: Yes, you can make a donation through the temple’s official website.
Conclusion
Kedarnath Temple is located in Himalayas and is one of India’s 12 Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva.​ People from all over the world visit to feel temple’s peace and spiritual atmosphere. Each day rituals start at 4:30 AM with Maha Abhishek and end at 7:00 PM with the Shyan Aarti. At Kedarnath Temple, special rituals like Abhishekam, Rudra Homa, and Panchamrit Puja are performed with deep devotion, each gives a unique spiritual experience.
The Rawal, the head priest of Kedarnath Temple, comes from Karnataka’s Veerashaiva community and oversees all the rituals. If you’re interested in joining a puja, you can find all the details about the rituals and their costs on our official website, where bookings can be made in advance.​ Follow the temple’s rules to ensure a respectful visit. If you’d like to help with temple renovations, you can donate online through the official website.
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