Banashankari Temple Bangalore Prasadam Timings Today Venue
Sri Banashankari Amma Temple in Bengaluru is open every day, roughly 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and its most famous ritual is the Rahu Kala Deepotsava performed on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays — when devotees light rows of oil lamps set inside scooped-out lemon peels during the Rahu Kala period. Prasadam (blessed food, including free annadana meals on busy days) is served inside the temple complex, and the whole Banashankari neighbourhood on Sri S. Kariappa Road is named after this shrine. Below is a verified, plain-English guide to the timings, the Rahu Kala pooja, prasadam, the venue and how to reach it.
Banashankari Temple Bengaluru — quick facts
| Deity | Sri Banashankari Amma (Shakambhari / Banadamma), a form of Goddess Parvati, lion-mounted (Simha Vahini) |
| Location | Sri S. Kariappa Road, Banashankari, Bengaluru South, Karnataka |
| Established | 1915 — idol brought from Badami and installed by local devotees (Somanna/Basappa Shetty and others) |
| Managed by | Hindu Religious Institutions & Charitable Endowments (Muzrai) Department, Government of Karnataka |
| Famous for | Rahu Kala Deepotsava with lemon-peel oil lamps; Tuesday & Friday crowds |
| General timings | Approx. 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM daily |
Darshan & pooja timings
The temple is open to the public every day. Reputable listings give the general darshan window as 6:00 AM to about 1:00–1:30 PM in the morning and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the evening, with a morning abhisheka commonly around 6:30–8:30 AM. Timings can shift a little on special-pooja days and festival days, so treat the schedule below as a practical guide.
| Day | General darshan | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Regular day |
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Special pooja day; very crowded |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Regular day |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Regular day |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Special pooja day; busiest day |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Regular day |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Special pooja day; crowded |
Special worship is concentrated on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday, the days most associated with Goddess Banashankari. Expect long queues and slower moving darshan on these days, especially on Fridays and during Navaratri.
The Rahu Kala Deepotsava — the temple’s signature ritual
What sets this temple apart is that the Goddess is worshipped during Rahu Kala — a period normally considered inauspicious in Hindu tradition. Here it is treated as an especially powerful time to seek the Goddess’s grace. The priests and devotees light dozens of small oil lamps placed inside half-cut lemon peels (the pulp removed), and this lamp offering is called the Rahu Kala Deepotsava. Devotees believe worship at this hour helps remove hardship, poverty, and doshas in one’s horoscope.
The Rahu Kala window changes with the day of the week. Commonly reported timings for the special deepotsava at this temple are:
| Day | Rahu Kala pooja (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM – 12:00 noon |
| Sunday | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM |
Because Rahu Kala is calculated from the day’s sunrise and sunset, the exact minutes drift slightly through the year. If you are travelling specifically for the deepotsava, confirm the day’s Rahu Kala time before you set out.
Prasadam & annadana
Prasadam (blessed food) is distributed to devotees inside the temple complex, and free annadana (community meals) is served on busy days — breakfast in the morning and a full meal around midday, subject to availability and crowd size. Because this is a Muzrai-managed temple and not a large annadana trust like Tirumala, the food schedule is modest and can vary day to day; the temple is typically fullest for meals on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Monday is generally the quietest day. For a specific day’s prasadam or annadana schedule, it is best to check with the temple counter on arrival rather than rely on a fixed printed timetable.
Venue & how to reach
The temple stands on Sri S. Kariappa Road in the Banashankari locality of South Bengaluru, close to Kanakapura Road — the area itself takes its name from the temple. It is roughly 8–9 km from Bengaluru City Railway Station (Majestic).
| Mode | Details |
|---|---|
| Metro | Banashankari station on the Namma Metro Green Line is the nearest; a short auto ride from there to the temple |
| Bus | BMTC buses from across the city stop at the Banashankari bus stop / TTMC, right next to the temple |
| Rail | About 8–9 km from Bengaluru City (Majestic) Railway Station; autos and cabs are readily available |
| Air | Kempegowda International Airport is roughly 40 km north; use a cab or airport bus plus metro |
Tips for your visit
- Go early on Tuesday or Friday mornings if you want the special-day atmosphere with lighter crowds.
- Carry lemons and oil if you wish to offer a Rahu Kala lamp — small stalls outside the temple also sell them.
- Footwear must be left outside; dress modestly as at any Karnataka temple.
- Navaratri (Dussehra season, around September–October) and the temple’s anniversary see the largest gatherings.
Frequently asked questions
What are the darshan timings of Banashankari Temple, Bengaluru?
The temple is generally open about 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM every day, with slightly extended evening hours on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday.
What is the Rahu Kala pooja here and when is it done?
It is a lamp offering (Rahu Kala Deepotsava) using oil lamps set in lemon peels, performed during the Rahu Kala period on Tuesdays (about 3:00–4:30 PM), Fridays (about 10:30 AM–12 noon) and Sundays (about 4:30–6:00 PM). Exact minutes vary daily.
Which are the most important days to visit?
Tuesday, Friday and Sunday are the special pooja days. Friday is usually the busiest.
Is prasadam or free food available?
Yes, prasadam is given to devotees and free annadana is offered on busy days, subject to availability. Check the temple counter for that day’s schedule.
How do I reach the temple by metro?
Take the Namma Metro Green Line to Banashankari station, then a short auto ride to the temple on Sri S. Kariappa Road.
Who manages the temple?
It is administered by the Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments (Muzrai) Department, Government of Karnataka.
Sources & last verified (July 2026)
- Official temple site — banashankaritemple.com
- Karnataka HR&CE / Muzrai temple record — itms.kar.nic.in/hrcehome (Sri Banashankari Amma, Bengaluru South)
- Trawell — Banashankari Temple, Bangalore (timings, festivals, access)
- Wikipedia — Banashankari Amma Temple (Rahukala worship, lemon-peel lamps, history)
tirumalatirupationline.com is an independent pilgrim-information guide. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with the Banashankari Temple, the Karnataka Muzrai Department, TTD or any government body. Timings and rituals can change; please confirm the current day’s schedule and Rahu Kala time at the temple before travelling.
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Last reviewed: July 6, 2026
