Tirumala Tirupati Special Entry Darshan Booking Guide: Timings, Slots, Accommodations and Pilgrimage Tips (2026)

Tirumala Tirupati Balaji Temple (Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple) located in Andhra Pradesh, India, is one of the most sacred and visited pilgrimage destinations in the world. Millions of devotees visit Tirumala every year to seek blessings.

To ensure a smooth and hassle-free darshan experience, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) trust provides online booking services for Special Entry Darshan (₹300 ticket), accommodation, Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD), and various Arjitha Sevas.

This complete 2026 pilgrimage guide covers online booking procedures, travel logistics, dress code policies, and expert tips for visitors.

1. Understanding TTD Darshan Types

2. How to Book ₹300 Special Entry Darshan Online

TTD releases ₹300 Special Entry Darshan quotas online approximately 3 to 4 weeks prior to the target month on the official portal (ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in).

Step-by-Step Online Booking Steps:

1. Visit the official TTD website: ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in or download the official TTD Mobile App.
2. Enter your valid 10-digit mobile number and verify via One-Time Password (OTP).
3. Select your desired Darshan Date & Time Slot from the interactive booking calendar (Green slots indicate availability).
4. Enter primary devotee details: Full Name, Age, Gender, Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, or Voter ID).
5. Select additional Laddu Prasadam requirements if needed (2 Laddus are included free per ₹300 ticket).
6. Proceed to online payment via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card.
7. Download and print the confirmed PDF Darshan Receipt carrying the verification QR code.

3. Accommodation Booking: Tirumala vs Tirupati

Accommodation can be booked online along with your Darshan ticket or offline upon arrival:

• Tirumala (Hill Top): Rooms at Nandakam, Panchajanyam, Koustubham, and Sapthagiri Rest Houses. Online quota is limited. Prices range from ₹50 to ₹1000 per day.
• Tirupati (Town Base): TTD Srinivasam Complex, Vishnu Nivasam, and Madhavam Rest Houses located near Tirupati Railway Station and Central Bus Station. Highly recommended if Hilltop rooms are fully booked.

4. Mandatory Dress Code Rules at Tirumala Temple

TTD strictly enforces traditional dress code guidelines at Vaikuntam Queue Complex entry points:

• Male Devotees: White Dhoti (Veshti) with Uttariya, or Pyjama Kurta. (Western pants, jeans, shorts, and T-shirts are strictly prohibited).
• Female Devotees: Saree, Half-Saree (Langa Voni), or Chudidhar / Salwar Kameez with Dupatta.

5. Essential Tips for Pilgrims

• Carry Original Photo ID: The original ID card used during online booking must be presented along with the physical ticket printout at the verification counter.
• Electronic Items Prohibited: Cell phones, smartwatches, cameras, and luggage must be deposited at free TTD luggage counters before entering queue lines.
• Alipiri Footpath Trekking: Devotees walking via Alipiri (3,550 steps) or Srivari Mettu (2,388 steps) can utilize free luggage transfer services from Tirupati to Tirumala.