Tirumala Accommodation Cancellation Procedure
Yes — a Tirumala accommodation (room) booking made online can be cancelled, and unlike darshan or seva tickets it is eligible for a refund. You cancel it yourself by logging in to the official TTD portal at ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in, opening your “My Bookings” / Transactions page, selecting the accommodation booking and clicking Cancel. The refundable amount is shown on screen at the time of cancellation and is credited back to the same account you paid from. This guide walks through the full accommodation cancellation and refund procedure as published on the official TTD channels, verified in July 2026.
Can Tirumala accommodation be cancelled?
Accommodation is one of the few TTD online services that supports self-cancellation with a refund. Advance rooms at Tirumala and Tirupati are released as a quota (commonly about 90 days ahead of the stay date), and if your plans change you can release the room back and recover the room rent, provided you cancel within the allowed window. This is a key difference from darshan and seva tickets, which TTD treats as non-cancellable and non-refundable once booked. If you are trying to cancel a darshan slot or an arjitha seva, that follows a different rule set and is generally not refundable.
How to cancel a Tirumala room booking online
All online accommodation bookings must be cancelled through the same online account you used to book. There is no counter or phone cancellation for an online room booking. Follow these steps:
- Open the official TTD portal at ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in and log in with the same registered account used for the booking.
- Go to the “My Bookings” (Transactions / Booking History) section of your dashboard.
- Locate the accommodation booking you want to cancel and open it.
- Select Cancel and confirm in the verification pop-up.
- Note the refundable amount displayed on screen before you confirm.
- Wait for the cancellation confirmation (SMS / email). You can track the status any time from the same My Bookings page.
Because cancellation is tied to your login, keep your booking ID and registered mobile number handy. A booking made under one account cannot be cancelled from another.
Cancellation window and refund amount
You must cancel before the portal’s cut-off, which falls a short period ahead of your check-in date. Once that deadline passes the system automatically disables the Cancel button, and a no-show forfeits the room rent. The refund is credited to your original payment method.
| Item | What applies |
|---|---|
| Where to cancel | Online only — My Bookings on ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in (same login) |
| Cancellation cut-off | Before the portal’s deadline ahead of check-in (widely reported as up to ~48 hours / the day prior). The exact cut-off is enforced by the portal — confirm it on your booking screen. |
| Refund amount | Room rent refund as shown on the cancellation screen; the exact refundable figure is displayed before you confirm |
| Refund destination | Same account / card / UPI used for payment |
| Refund timeline | UPI often within about an hour; cards and net-banking usually up to 7 working days (bank-dependent) |
| No-show / late cancel | Room rent forfeited; no refund |
Sources differ on the precise cut-off (some cite a 48-hour window, others “before the day prior to check-in”), and TTD updates these rules from time to time. Treat the amount and deadline shown on your own booking screen as authoritative, since that is what the portal actually enforces.
When you will get the refund
The room rent refund goes back to the same payment channel you used. If you paid by UPI, the credit is often near-instant (within roughly an hour). Card and net-banking refunds typically take up to 7 working days to appear, depending on your bank’s processing time. If the amount has not reflected after a week, check the cancellation status on My Bookings first, then raise it with your bank with the transaction reference.
Caution deposit vs. cancellation refund
Do not confuse a cancellation refund with the caution deposit refund. The caution deposit is a separate refundable amount collected at some accommodations and returned after you check out and vacate the room properly — it is not linked to cancellation. Also note TTD enforces overstay penalties: enhanced rent of 200% after 48 hours and 400% after 72 hours for pilgrims who do not vacate on time, so plan your checkout to protect your deposit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel my Tirumala accommodation booking and get a refund?
Yes. Online room bookings can be self-cancelled from the My Bookings section of ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in, and the room rent is refunded to your original payment method if you cancel before the portal’s deadline.
How do I cancel a TTD room booked online?
Log in to the official TTD portal with the same account, open My Bookings, select the accommodation booking, click Cancel and confirm. You cannot cancel an online booking at a counter or by phone.
How long does the accommodation refund take?
UPI refunds are often credited within about an hour. Card and net-banking refunds usually take up to 7 working days depending on your bank.
What if I don’t cancel and simply don’t turn up?
A no-show forfeits the room rent — there is no refund for rooms that are not availed. Always cancel in advance if you cannot travel.
Can I cancel darshan or seva tickets the same way?
No. Darshan slots and arjitha seva tickets are treated as non-cancellable and non-refundable by TTD. Only accommodation supports online cancellation with a refund.
Is the caution deposit the same as a cancellation refund?
No. The caution deposit is returned after you check out and vacate the room correctly, separate from any cancellation. Overstaying attracts penalty rent (200% after 48 hours, 400% after 72 hours).
Sources & last verified (July 2026)
- TTD official booking portal — ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in (My Bookings / accommodation, terms)
- Tirumala.org — Accommodation at Tirumala (advance reservation, overstay penalty 200%/400%)
- ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in — Terms & Conditions
This is an independent pilgrim-information guide and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with TTD or the Tirumala temple. Cancellation rules, cut-off times and refund timelines are set by TTD and can change — always confirm the exact figures on the official portal before you cancel.
Last reviewed: July 6, 2026
