TTD Tirumala Darshan Booking Updates January 2026 – Complete Guide with Dates & Schedule

Planning your pilgrimage to Tirumala Tirupati? Here’s everything you need to know about TTD darshan bookings, upcoming festivals, and important dates for January-April 2026. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced several important updates for devotees seeking darshan of Lord Sri Venkateswara.

Vaikunta Dwara Darshan 2026 – Concluded Successfully

The aثuspicious Vaikunta Ekadasi 2026 was celebrated on January 1, 2026, with the sacred Vaikunta Dwara Darshan continuing from December 30, 2025 to January 8, 2026. Over 8 lakh devotees were blessed with Vaikunta Dwara Darshan during these 10 days.

Key Highlights:

• December 30-31 & January 1: Vaikunta Dwara Darshan exclusively for devotees with e-DIP tokens
• January 2-8: Open darshan through Sarva Darshan queue for all devotees
• Daily Pilgrim Count: January 17 – 83,576 | January 16 – 78,733 | January 15 – 64,064 | January 14 – 76,289

SRIVANI Darshan – New Online Booking System (January 2026)

In a major development, TTD has launched a one-month trial of online current booking for SRIVANI Darshan starting January 9, 2026.

SRIVANI Darshan Details:

Ratha Saptami 2026 – January 25

The sacred festival of Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanthi) will be celebrated at Tirumala on January 25, 2026. This festival is also known as “Ardha Brahmotsavam” as Sri Malayappa Swamy will be carried on seven different vahanams (celestial vehicles) in a single day.

Important Notices for Ratha Saptami:

• SSD Token Suspension: Slotted Sarva Darshan tokens will be suspended from January 24-26, 2026
• Cancelled Sevas: Kalyanotsavam, Unjal Seva, Arjitha Brahmotsavam, and Sahasra Deepalankara Seva
• Sevas in Ekantham: Suprabhatam, Thomala Seva, and Archana will continue

February 2026 Booking Schedule

The February 2026 quota has already been released. Here’s the complete schedule that was followed:

February 2026 Festival Dates:

• February 1: Sri Ramakrishna Tirtha Mukkoti & Magha Pournami Garuda Seva
• February 26: Commencement of Srivari Teppotsavams

April 2026 Booking Schedule – Upcoming

TTD has announced the April 2026 quota release schedule from January 19-24, 2026. Mark these dates on your calendar:

Important Booking Information

₹300 Special Entry Darshan:

• Only 250 persons allowed per hour
• Maximum 6 persons per booking
• ₹300 and ₹500 tickets sold out till March end
• Book early when April quota opens

Children Entry:

Children below 12 years do not need separate TTD Darshan tickets. They can enter with adults. Carry age proof documents.

How to Book TTD Darshan Tickets

Official Booking Methods:

1. Official Website: ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in
2. WhatsApp Booking: Send “Hi” to 9552300009
3. Toll-Free Helpline: 155257

Recent Festivals Celebrated

Makara Sankranti Celebrations (January 2026):

• January 14: Makara Sankranti – TTD Chairman Sri B.R. Naidu and EO Sri Anil Kumar Singhal extended greetings to devotees worldwide
• January 15: Goda Kalyanam conducted at TTD Administrative Building, Tirupati
• January 16: Parveta Utsavam (mock hunt festival) and Goda Parinayotsavam on Kanuma day

Contact Information

Stay updated with the latest TTD news and darshan booking information. Plan your pilgrimage in advance and experience the divine darshan of Lord Sri Venkateswara at Tirumala. Om Namo Venkatesaya!