What are the opening and closing times for Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu?

Opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM. Timings can change on festival days; confirm with the temple office before you travel.

What are the darshan timings at Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu?

Published darshan windows on this page: morning: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, evening: 3:15 PM – 9:00 PM. Queues and session lengths vary by day and season.

When does the first puja or darshan start at Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple?

Thiruvandal (Viswaroopa Darshan) is listed at 6:00 AM on this page’s schedule. Timings can shift without notice; see the note at the top of this page.

Can I visit Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple on a Sunday afternoon?

Sundays follow the same published hours as other days unless the temple posts a special notification. Afternoon often falls between morning and evening darshan; this page lists evening darshan as 3:15 PM – 9:00 PM. Sundays are usually busier than weekdays—arrive earlier and allow extra time for queues and security.

Is there a dress code for visiting the temple?

Traditional South Indian attire required. Dhoti for men, saree for women preferred. No leather items allowed.

Is prasada available at the temple?

Yes, prasada is available at the temple. Available items include: Thulasi Theertham, Venn Pongal, Panchamrit

Is parking available at the temple?

Yes, parking facilities are available at the temple premises. However, during festival seasons and special occasions, parking may be limited, so it's advisable to arrive early or use public transportation.

Is the temple accessible for people with disabilities?

Wheelchair accessible to main areas. Golf cart services available for elderly within the large complex.

What rituals are performed daily?

Daily six-time worship (Kala pujas), Divya Prabandham chanting, elaborate abhishekams, festival processions, Vaikunta Dwara ceremonies

Last updated: 23 May 2026 · Editorial summary; verify with the temple before you travel.

🛕 Lord Ranganatha (Vishnu)

Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple Timings 2026

Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu. Opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM on usual days. Darshan windows: morning: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, evening: 3:15 PM – 9:00 PM. Schedules may change on festival days.

Darshan, aarti, tickets & seva schedules. Full temple profile for history, travel & more.

🕒 Opens 6:00 AM 🕘 Closes 9:00 PM 📍 Tamil Nadu Closed

⚠️Timings may change due to festivals, special rituals, or temple administration decisions. Please verify with temple authorities before your visit.

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Accommodation near Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple

Comfortable stays close to the temple — starting from ₹950

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Divine Snapshot

Quick temple overview

Primary Deity:

Lord Ranganatha (Vishnu)

Temple Category:

Divya Desam

Location:

Srirangam, Trichy, Tamil Nadu

Full Address:

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu 620006, India

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✈️ How to reach (airport, rail, bus, travel tips) lives on the main temple page so directions are not duplicated here.

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Temple & Darshan Timings

Daily temple & darshan schedule — may vary on festival days

Session	Start time	End time	Typical status	Notes
🛕 Temple opening	6:00 AM	—	Open	General days
🙏 Morning darshan	6:00 AM	12:00 PM	Open	Often busiest before mid-morning
⏸ Midday / afternoon	—	—	Closed	Between morning & evening darshan (rituals & cleaning)
🙏 Evening darshan	3:15 PM	9:00 PM	Open
🔒 Temple closing	—	9:00 PM	Closed

ℹ️ Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli. Largest functioning temple complex in the world (156 hectares). HR&CE manages. 7 concentric prakarams (walls).
📅 Viswaroopa Darshan (Standing deity) at 6 AM is most auspicious. Inner sanctum closed between sessions.

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Aarti Timings

Daily pooja & aarti schedule

Ritual / aarti	Time	Fee	Notes
Thiruvandal (Viswaroopa Darshan)	6:00 AM	Free	First view of Lord Ranganatha at dawn — most sacred.
Kalasanthi	7:30 AM	Free	Morning pooja.
Uchikala Pooja	12:00 PM	Free	Midday.
Sayaraksha	6:00 PM	Free	Evening.
Ardhajama	8:30 PM	Free	Night ritual.

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Darshan Tickets

All darshan types and pricing

Darshan Type	Price	Wait Time	Booking
🆓 General Darshan Free.	Free	30–90 min	Walk-in
⭐ Special Darshan Priority.	₹50 – ₹100	10–20 min	Counter
📸 Camera Ticket Photography inside outer prakarams.	₹50	No queue	Entry counter

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Online Booking Guide

Reserve your slot in advance — skip the long queue

🌐 Book on HR&CE Portal tnhrce.gov.in

Visit tnhrce.gov.in

Official Tamil Nadu HR&CE portal.

Mobile OTP login.

Select Srirangam temple

Choose seva or darshan type.

Enter details

Pilgrim names and ID.

Pay and save confirmation

Download pass.

📌 Accepted IDs: Aadhaar, PAN Card, Voter ID | Book at least 1–3 days ahead for weekends & festivals.

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Pujas & Sevas

Special rituals & seva offerings

Sahasranama Archana

🕐 Morning

₹200 – ₹500

1,000 Vishnu names chanted.

Vaikunta Ekadashi Special Darshan

🕐 December/January

₹500 – ₹2,000

Special Vaikunta Gateway darshan — most auspicious.

Abhishekam

🕐 Morning

₹500 – ₹5,000

Sacred bath of Lord Ranganatha.

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Major Festivals

Special occasions & celebrations

December / January

Vaikunta Ekadashi

21-day Adhyayanotsavam culminating with Vaikunta Ekadashi — lakhs wait in queue for Vaikunta Dwaram (heavenly gateway) darshan.

👥 Extremely High crowd 📅 21 days

March / April

Brahmotsavam

Grand annual chariot festival.

👥 Very High crowd 📅 10 days

December

Adhyayanotsavam

21-day recitation of 4,000 Tamil Prabandham verses.

👥 Very High crowd 📅 21 days

📅 Festival dates change yearly per the Hindu calendar. Verify exact dates before planning your visit.

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Temple Prasadam

Sacred offerings & blessed food

Thulasi Theertham

Free

Most sacred prasad — water with Tulsi.

Venn Pongal

₹20 – ₹50

Traditional rice prasad of Lord Ranganatha.

Panchamrit

₹30 – ₹100

From abhishek.

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