Simhachalam Temple Kalyanam Online Booking Tickets Cost

Simhachalam temple performs Nitya Kalyanam (the daily celestial wedding of Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy) every morning, and the arjita seva ticket costs Rs 1,000. The seva is conducted daily from about 9:30 AM inside the temple, and the ticket entitles the devotee-family to witness the ritual and receive prasadam afterwards. Tickets can be booked at the temple counter on the day, and sevas for Sri Simhachalam are also listed on the official Andhra Pradesh Endowments temple-services portal. Because seva rates, timings and the number of persons allowed per ticket are set by the Devasthanam and can change on festival days, always confirm the current figure on the official portal before you plan your visit.

Simhachalam Temple Kalyanam – Key Facts

About Simhachalam and its Kalyanam

The Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Vari Devasthanam at Simhachalam, near Visakhapatnam, is one of the most revered Vaishnavite shrines in Andhra Pradesh. The presiding deity combines the Varaha (boar) and Narasimha (man-lion) avatars of Lord Vishnu, worshipped alongside his consort Lakshmi. The moolavar idol remains covered in a thick coat of sandalwood paste for most of the year, and the temple is administered by the Simhachalam Devasthanam board under the Government of Andhra Pradesh, with the Pusapati Gajapathi family of Vizianagaram as hereditary trustees.

“Kalyanam” at Simhachalam refers to the symbolic celestial marriage of the deity with his consort. This is performed as Nitya Kalyanam – a daily ritual – so devotees do not have to wait for the annual festival to participate. It is one of the most popular arjita (paid) sevas at the temple, and pilgrims sponsor it seeking marital harmony, prosperity and family well-being.

Nitya Kalyanam seva cost and timings

The Nitya Kalyanam seva ticket costs Rs 1,000 and the ritual is conducted every day, generally from around 9:30 AM. After the seva concludes, participating devotees are given darshan and prasadam. The number of persons permitted to sit for the seva on a single ticket is fixed by the Devasthanam; because different notices state different figures, treat the per-ticket headcount as something to confirm at the counter or on the official portal on the day of your visit.

On major festival days – particularly during the annual Kalyanotsavam and Chandanotsavam – several arjita sevas including the routine Nitya Kalyanam may be suspended or rescheduled to accommodate the special programme. If your visit falls in the Chaitra festival window (usually late March to April), check whether daily sevas are running before you travel.

How to book the Kalyanam seva

There are two practical ways to arrange the seva:

• At the temple: Go to the seva/arjita ticket counter at Simhachalam and request a Nitya Kalyanam ticket. For same-day participation, reach the counter as early in the morning as possible, as daily quotas are limited. If tickets for that day are exhausted, you may be able to obtain one for the following day.
• Online: Sevas and special-entry darshan for Sri Simhachalam are listed on the official Andhra Pradesh Endowments temple-services portal, where the current seva calendar and availability are published. Use only the official portal, and verify the price and timing shown there before booking.

Simhachalam sevas on the official AP Endowments temple-services portal

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Kalyanotsavam and Chandanotsavam festivals

Beyond the daily Nitya Kalyanam, Simhachalam observes Kalyanotsavam as its principal annual celestial-wedding festival, celebrated over about five days during the bright fortnight of the Chaitra month. The rituals include Ankurarpanam, Rathotsavam (car festival), Avabhruta snanam and other sevas, drawing large crowds. In 2026 the Kalyanotsavam celebrations are scheduled around late March to early April; confirm exact dates on the official portal, as the temple fixes them by the lunar calendar each year.

The other major event is Chandanotsavam, held on Akshaya Tritiya, when the sandalwood coating is removed and devotees can see the original (Nija Roopa) form of the deity for a limited number of hours – the only day in the year this is possible.

Darshan timings (for reference)

Simhachalam is open for darshan through most of the day, typically in the morning, midday and evening sessions, with free (Sarva Darshanam) and paid special-darshan lines. Special darshan tickets are modestly priced. Since session timings shift on festival days and are periodically revised by the Devasthanam, use the official portal for the day’s exact schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of Kalyanam at Simhachalam temple?

The Nitya Kalyanam seva ticket costs Rs 1,000 per ticket. Confirm the current rate on the official AP Endowments portal, as Devasthanam rates can be revised.

At what time is Nitya Kalyanam performed?

It is performed daily, generally from around 9:30 AM. On festival days the timing may change or the seva may be suspended.

Can I book the Kalyanam seva online?

Yes. Simhachalam sevas are listed on the official Andhra Pradesh Endowments temple-services portal. You can also book at the temple seva counter.

How many people are allowed per Kalyanam ticket?

The number is fixed by the Devasthanam and notices vary, so confirm the current per-ticket headcount at the counter or on the official portal before booking.

Do I get darshan and prasadam with the seva?

Yes. Devotees who sponsor the Nitya Kalyanam are given darshan and prasadam after the ritual concludes.

Is Kalyanam available every day?

Nitya Kalyanam is a daily seva. However, during the annual Kalyanotsavam and Chandanotsavam festivals it may be suspended, so check before you travel.

Sources & last verified (July 2026)

• Official AP Endowments temple-services portal – Simhachalam sevas: https://tms.ap.gov.in/SMCHLM/cnt/seva
• Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha temple, Simhachalam – Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Varaha_Lakshmi_Narasimha_temple,_Simhachalam
• Simhachalam temple timings & sevas – gotirupati.com: https://gotirupati.com/simhachalam-temple-darshan-timings/

tirumalatirupationline.com is an independent pilgrim-information guide and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with the Simhachalam Devasthanam, TTD or any government body. Always verify seva rates, timings and availability on the official portal before planning your visit.

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Last reviewed: July 6, 2026