Complete List of Sevas at Tirumala Temple 2026 – Arjitha & Nitya Sevas Guide

Tirumala Venkateswara Temple offers various sevas (divine services) for devotees to express their devotion to Lord Venkateswara. This comprehensive guide covers all available sevas, their timings, prices, and booking procedures updated for 2026 with the latest information from TTD.

Types of Sevas at Tirumala

1. Arjitha Sevas (Ticketed Services – e-DIP Registration)

These premium sevas require advance booking through electronic Draw of Lots (e-DIP) system and have specific timings. Registration opens 3 months in advance.

Suprabhatam Seva

• Time: 2:30 AM – 3:00 AM (Early morning wake-up hymns)
• Price: Rs. 120 per person
• Maximum: 2 persons per booking
• Description: Witness the sacred wake-up hymns (Suprabhatam) sung for Lord Venkateswara
• Prasadam: 2 Laddus per person
• Booking Limit: Only one booking allowed within 6 months

Thomala Seva

• Time: 3:00 AM – 3:30 AM
• Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday only
• Price: Rs. 220 per person
• Maximum: 2 persons per booking
• Description: Participate in offering fresh flower garlands to the deity
• Prasadam: 2 Laddus + Sacred flowers

Archana (Sahasranama Archana)

• Time: 3:30 AM – 4:30 AM
• Price: Rs. 300 per person
• Maximum: 2 persons per booking
• Description: Recitation of Lord’s 108 or 1,008 sacred names
• Prasadam: 2 Laddus

Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva

• Price: Rs. 300 per person
• Description: Special worship of Lord’s sacred lotus feet
• Special Feature: Intimate darshan with the deity

2. Arjitha Sevas (Direct Online Booking)

These sevas can be booked directly through the TTD portal without lottery system:

Kalyanotsavam (Divine Wedding Ceremony)

• Time: 11:00 AM daily
• Price: Rs. 1,500 per ticket
• Maximum: 2 adults + up to 3 children (below 12 years) per ticket
• Description: Witness the celestial wedding ceremony of Lord Sri Venkateswara and Goddess Padmavathi
• Prasadam: Asthanam Laddu + Talambralu (sacred turmeric rice)

Unjal Seva (Dolotsavam)

• Time: 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Price: Rs. 500 per ticket
• Maximum: 2 persons per ticket
• Description: Swing ceremony where the Lord is placed on a beautifully decorated swing
• Prasadam: 2 Laddus

Arjitha Brahmotsavam

• Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
• Price: Rs. 200 per ticket
• Description: Daily procession of Lord on different vahanas (celestial vehicles)
• Prasadam: 1 Laddu

Sahasra Deepalankara Seva

• Time: 5:00 AM – 6:30 AM
• Price: Rs. 350 per ticket
• Description: Lighting of 1,000 sacred lamps around the deity
• Special: Witness the divine sight of Lord illuminated by thousand lamps

3. Special Festival Sevas (Seasonal)

Salakatla Teppotsavams & Vasanthotsavams

• Season: Conducted during specific festival periods
• Description: Float festival and spring festival celebrations
• Booking: Released along with monthly quota

4. Volunteer Service Sevas

Srivari Seva (General Service)

• Description: Volunteer service at various departments in Tirumala
• Duration: 4 hours of service
• Benefit: Special darshan after completion of service
• Booking: Released monthly at 3 PM

Parakamani Seva (Hundi Counting)

• Description: Sacred seva to help count and account for offerings in Sri Venkateswara Temple hundi
• Duration: 4 hours
• Benefit: Spiritual connection through direct temple service + Special darshan
• Booking: Released monthly at 3 PM (separate from General Srivari Seva)

Navaneeta Seva

• Description: Butter offering seva
• Booking: Released monthly with Srivari Seva quota

5. Virtual Sevas (Online Participation)

TTD offers virtual seva booking where devotees can watch sevas online via SVBC channel from home and receive special darshan tickets.

Virtual Seva Benefits:

• Watch seva live on SVBC channel
• Receive special darshan ticket valid for 1 year from booking date
• Participate in divine service from anywhere in the world
• Booking: Released monthly along with connected darshan slots

6. Nitya Sevas (Daily Rituals – Free Viewing)

These are daily temple rituals that devotees can witness for free during regular darshan:

• Koluvu: Morning court proceedings of the Lord
• Ekanta Seva: Night retirement ceremony
• Dolotsavam: Daily swing procession (separate from paid Unjal Seva)
• Naivedyam: Food offerings at prescribed times

7. Special Weekly Seva

Abhishekam (Snapana Tirumanjanam)

• Day: Every Friday
• Time: Early morning
• Note: Temple closed for regular darshan during Abhishekam
• Annual Abhishekam: Once a year with special sacred materials (limited tickets through lucky dip)

2026 Booking Schedule

April 2026 Seva Booking Dates

Note: Booking dates follow the same pattern monthly – quota releases approximately 3 months in advance.

How to Book TTD Sevas Online

Step-by-Step Booking Process:

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in
2. Registration: Register/Login with mobile number and OTP verification
3. Select Seva: Choose desired seva from available options
4. Choose Date: Select available date from calendar
5. Add Pilgrims: Enter details of pilgrims (max 2 for most sevas)
6. Payment: Complete online payment via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI
7. Download E-Ticket: Save and print e-ticket confirmation
8. Carry Documents: Bring printed ticket + valid photo ID to Tirumala

e-DIP (Electronic Draw of Lots) Process:

For premium sevas like Suprabhatam, Thomala, and Archana:

1. Register during the 3-day registration window
2. Wait for computerized lottery results (usually announced same day)
3. If selected, complete payment within the 2-day payment window
4. Download confirmed e-ticket after successful payment

Seva Benefits & Prasadam Distribution

Dress Code for Sevas (Strictly Enforced)

For Men:

• Required: Traditional dhoti with upper cloth (angavastram)
• For Kalyanotsavam: Only dhoti (no shirts/vests allowed)
• Not Allowed: Jeans, T-shirts, shorts, bermudas, or any Western wear

For Women:

• Preferred: Saree (most appropriate)
• Acceptable: Half-saree, chudidar with dupatta
• For Kalyanotsavam: Saree mandatory
• Not Allowed: Salwar-kameez without dupatta, jeans, skirts, Western dresses

Where to Get Traditional Dress:

• Vendors sell dhoti and cotton sarees near temple entrance
• Dress changing rooms available near the entrance
• Prices: Dhoti Rs. 100-300, Cotton saree Rs. 200-500

Important Rules & Guidelines for Sevas

General Rules:

• Reporting Time: Report at least 1 hour before seva time
• ID Proof: Carry valid photo ID matching e-ticket details
• Age Limit: Children below 12 years don’t need separate tickets (can accompany adults)
• Booking Limit: Maximum 2 persons per seva booking (except Kalyanotsavam)
• Photography: Strictly prohibited during sevas
• Mobile Phones: Must be switched off or in silent mode

Seva Cancellations:

Arjitha Sevas are cancelled during:

• Every Friday (Abhishekam day)
• Major festivals (Brahmotsavams, Vaikunta Ekadasi)
• Ratha Saptami (January 25, 2026)
• Special occasions announced by TTD

Refund Policy:

• If seva cancelled by TTD: Full refund processed automatically
• Devotee cancellation: No refund (tickets non-transferable)
• Refund credited to original payment source within 7-10 working days

SRIVANI Trust Darshan

Apart from regular sevas, TTD offers SRIVANI Trust darshan for devotees who donate to temple construction projects:

SRIVANI Darshan Details:

• Minimum Donation: Rs. 10,000 per person
• Benefit: VIP Break Darshan (skip long queues)
• Booking Window: Daily 9 AM – 2 PM (current day booking)
• Advance Booking: 500 tickets available 3 months prior
• Online Quota: 800 additional tickets daily
• Group Size: 1+3 members per family
• Reporting: Must reach Tirumala by 4 PM same day

Contact Information

Tips for Successful Seva Booking

1. Book Early: Sevas fill up within minutes of release – be ready before booking time
2. Multiple Devices: Try booking from multiple devices simultaneously
3. Stable Internet: Use reliable high-speed internet connection
4. Keep Details Ready: Have pilgrim details and payment information ready beforehand
5. Alternative Dates: Have 2-3 backup dates ready if first choice is unavailable
6. e-DIP Strategy: For lottery sevas, register on first day itself for better chances
7. Check Cancellations: Occasionally check for released/cancelled tickets
8. Avoid Peak Seasons: Weekdays and non-festival periods have better availability

Experience the divine blessings of Lord Sri Venkateswara through these sacred sevas at Tirumala. Plan your pilgrimage in advance and book your preferred seva for a memorable spiritual experience. Om Namo Venkatesaya!