Bhasma Aarti official timing is 4:00 AM to 6:00 AM every morning. It continues for 2 hours along with various vedic mantra chanting and rituals.
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The queue to participate in the Bhasma Aarti as given in the registration tickets is from 1:00AM to 3:00 AM in the morning. This means One needs to be present at the Temple queue in the time frame.
Some devotees start lining up at 12:00 am itself. Needless to say, You need to have a registration ticket to participate.
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There are 3 halls for the public to view the Bhasma Aarti and as per timings it gets filled on a first come first serve basis.
Temple Ritual Timings
The Mahakal temple is open for general public darshan from 4:00 AM and is closed at 11:00 PM at night.
| Mahakaal Ritual | Timing (IST) |
|---|---|
| Public Darshan Opens | 4:00 AM |
| Mahakaal Bhashma Aarti | 4:00 AM To 6:00 AM |
| Morning Aarti | 7:00 AM To 7:30 AM |
| Evening Aarti | 5:00 PM To 5:30 PM |
| Shree Mahakaal Aarti | 7:00 PM To 7:30 PM |
| Darshan Close | 11:00 PM |
New Timings During Sawan
Sawan is a deeply revered month for devotees of Lord Shiva, and thousands flock to Ujjain, the city of Mahakal, to seek blessings. One of the most anticipated rituals during this time is the Bhasma Aarti at the famous Mahakaleshwar Temple. If you’re planning to visit the temple this Sawan, it’s important to be aware of the updated timings and arrangements for the Bhasma Aarti to ensure a smooth and spiritually fulfilling experience.
New Timings for Bhasma Aarti (Effective from 22nd July to 2nd September)
Starting from 22nd July, the Mahakaleshwar Temple has made some adjustments to the schedule of the Bhasma Aarti to accommodate the influx of devotees during the holy month of Sawan. Here’s the updated schedule:
- Mondays in Sawan: On every Monday during Sawan, the temple doors will open at 2:30 AM, and the Bhasma Aarti will take place from 2:30 AM to 4:30 AM.
- Other Days: On non-Monday days during Sawan, the temple doors will open at 3:00 AM, and the Bhasma Aarti will take place from 3:00 AM to 5:00 AM.
From 3rd September, the temple will revert to its regular timings.
Changes to Online Booking for Bhasma Aarti
The temple committee has also announced that online bookings for the Bhasma Aarti will be unavailable on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays during Sawan. This means devotees will need to make arrangements in person on these days, so it’s advisable to plan accordingly to avoid any last-minute inconveniences.
Restrictions on Entry to Garbh Grih (Sanctum Sanctorum)
Given the large crowds expected during Sawan, access to the Garbh Grih (the innermost sanctum where the Shiva Lingam is housed) will be restricted. Devotees will not be allowed to enter the Garbh Grih during this period. However, priests, temple staff, and media personnel will have access through Gate No. 4.
In case you are looking for Bhasma Aarti booking timings it opens 15 days in advance online and a day prior offline at the temple counter.