TTD Darshan Booking Guide March 2026: Latest Dates, New Rules, and June 2026 Quota Preview

Today is March 2026, and TTD has already released quota for April and May 2026. If you are planning a Tirumala pilgrimage in the coming months, this guide gives you the current booking status, the June 2026 quota release schedule (expected mid-March), and the important new 2026 rules every devotee must know.

New TTD Rules Effective 2026 — Read Before You Book

1. All Booking Is Now Online Only (From January 9, 2026)

TTD has permanently eliminated all offline ticket counters. There are no counter sales at Tirupati bus stand, railway station, or any TTD office. All darshan tickets — including SRIVANI Trust darshan — must be booked online at ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in.

2. Strict Time Slot Entry (From March 16, 2026)

Devotees with Rs. 300 SED tickets and Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD) tokens must arrive within their allotted time window. Arriving too early or arriving after your slot time will result in entry being denied. There is no flexibility. Plan your travel to arrive within the booked time slot.

3. 30-Day Booking Restriction Per ID

The same Aadhaar or government ID cannot be used to book darshan twice within 30 days. If you visit and then want to return within a month, you must use a different government ID for the second booking (Passport, Voter ID, or Driving License). This rule applies to all adult pilgrims.

4. ID Verification at Entry

The original ID used during booking must be presented at the temple entry gate. No photocopies accepted. ID details must match exactly with what was entered at booking time. Carry both your original ID and your e-ticket (digital or printed).

Booking Status: April and May 2026

April 2026 — Quota Released January 19–24, 2026

May 2026 — Quota Released February 18–24, 2026

June 2026 Quota — Expected Release in March 2026

Based on the established TTD pattern, the June 2026 quota release is expected in the third-to-fourth week of March 2026. TTD typically releases seva bookings around the 18th–21st and darshan tickets around the 24th–25th. Watch news.tirumala.org for the official announcement.

These are estimated dates based on the 2026 release pattern. Confirm the exact dates on news.tirumala.org once announced.

How to Book TTD Rs. 300 SED Darshan

1. Visit ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in and log in to your account
2. Have your Aadhaar details and pilgrim information ready before 10:00 AM
3. Log in at least 15 minutes before quota release time
4. Go to Darshan → Special Entry Darshan
5. Select your date and time slot
6. Enter details for all pilgrims (max 6 per booking)
7. Complete payment via UPI, card, or net banking
8. Download your e-ticket immediately after successful payment

What to Do If SED Tickets Are Sold Out

• SRIVANI current-day booking: Try from 9:00 AM daily — 800 tickets available for same-day darshan (requires Rs. 10,000 donation)
• Free Sarva Darshan: No booking needed. Arrive at Tirumala and join the free darshan queue. Carry sufficient food, water, and patience — wait times are 8–15 hours on weekdays.
• Book a Seva: Arjitha Seva booking includes darshan after the seva. Check if any June dates are still available.
• Check cancellation quota: Some tickets are returned due to cancellations. Check the portal periodically — TTD releases cancelled quota back for re-booking.

Sarvadarshan Waiting Times — March 2026

Upcoming TTD Festivals — March to June 2026

• Panguni Uthiram (March 2026): Celestial wedding festival — expect high pilgrim influx, SSD tokens may be suspended during the festival days
• Sri Rama Navami (April 6, 2026): Major festival at Tirumala — heavy rush expected
• Telugu New Year / Ugadi (March 19, 2026): One of the highest footfall days of the year — book SED well in advance for this date
• Vaikasi Brahmotsavam (May/June 2026): The most important annual Brahmotsavam at Tirumala — 10-day festival with massive crowds

TTD Contact and Booking

Om Namo Venkatesaya. Plan early, book through the official portal only, and follow the new 2026 time slot rules for a smooth darshan experience. May Lord Venkateswara bless your pilgrimage.