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Tirumala Rs 300 Darshan Availability Chart – Complete Guide

Shiva Venkateswara Mar 9, 2018 Updated Apr 22, 2026 4 min read

Tirumala Rs 300 Darshan availability chart with booking details, quota release, timings, and tips to secure tickets for special entry darshan.


Tirumala Rs 300 Darshan Availability Chart – Complete Guide

Tirumala Rs 300 Darshan availability chart with booking details, quota release, timings, and tips to secure tickets for special entry darshan.

The Special Entry Darshan (SED) of ₹300 ticket is one of the most popular options for pilgrims visiting Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala. Managed by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), this darshan helps devotees complete their darshan much faster compared to the free Sarva Darshan queues. Since lakhs of pilgrims compete for these tickets, TTD issues an official availability chart every month to help devotees book their preferred slots.

This article explains the TTD ₹300 darshan availability chart, booking process, timings, rules, and useful tips.


What is the Tirumala Rs 300 Darshan?

  • Special Entry Darshan (SED): A fast-track darshan option at ₹300 per person.
  • Purpose: Reduce waiting time compared to free darshan.
  • Prasadam: Each ticket holder receives 2 laddus as prasadam.
  • Age Limit: Children below 12 years are allowed free of cost (no ticket required).

Rs 300 Darshan Availability Chart – How it Works

TTD prepares a monthly chart of available ₹300 tickets. The chart includes:

  • Quota Release Date: Usually announced at least 2–3 weeks before the darshan month.
  • Available Dates: All days of the month except special festival closures.
  • Time Slots: Divided into multiple batches per day.
  • Quota Size: Limited seats per slot, often sold out within minutes after release.

👉 Example: For September 2025 Darshan, TTD releases quota in August 2025 with slots across all days except during Brahmotsavam and special sevas.


Timings for Tirumala Rs 300 Darshan

Tickets are allotted in multiple slots daily:

  • Morning: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
  • Midday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
  • Afternoon: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Evening: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

👉 Slot timings may vary based on temple rituals, crowd levels, or festivals. Always check the official chart before booking.


How to Check Rs 300 Darshan Availability Chart

  1. Visit the official TTD Seva Online Portal.
  2. Go to Special Entry Darshan (₹300) section.
  3. Select month and date.
  4. The system displays available slots in green and booked slots in red/grey.

Booking Process for Rs 300 Darshan

  1. Login/Register on the TTD portal.
  2. Select Special Entry Darshan.
  3. Choose date and time slot from availability chart.
  4. Enter devotee details (name, age, ID proof).
  5. Make payment via Debit/Credit card, Net Banking, or UPI.
  6. Download and print the ticket.

Rules for Devotees

  • ID Proof: Aadhaar/Passport/Voter ID is mandatory for each pilgrim.
  • Dress Code:
    • Men – Dhoti/Pancha or Kurta-Pajama.
    • Women – Saree, Salwar Kameez, or Half Saree.
  • Reporting Point: Pilgrims must report at Vaikuntam Queue Complex (VQC-2).
  • Entry Time: Report at least 30 minutes before the allotted slot.
  • No Electronics: Mobiles and cameras must be deposited at lockers.

Tips to Secure Rs 300 Darshan Tickets

  1. Book Early: Quota sells out within minutes after release.
  2. Login Before Release: Be ready at least 15 minutes before booking opens.
  3. Use Multiple Devices: Try booking from mobile and laptop simultaneously.
  4. Stable Internet: A fast internet connection improves success chances.
  5. Check Non-Peak Months: Tickets are easier to get in July, August, and February compared to Vaikunta Ekadasi or Brahmotsavam season.

Unique Insights (Blended)

  • Many regular devotees note that booking slots mid-week (Tuesday–Thursday) is slightly easier compared to weekends.
  • Pilgrims from nearby districts often choose afternoon slots since morning tickets sell out faster.
  • Temple staff confirm that last-minute cancellations sometimes free up tickets, so checking the chart frequently may help.


FAQs – Tirumala Rs 300 Darshan Availability

Q1. How far in advance should I book Rs 300 darshan tickets?
👉 At least 3–4 weeks before, as they sell out quickly.

Q2. Can I book multiple tickets at once?
👉 Yes, up to 6 tickets per login account.

Q3. Is prasadam included with Rs 300 ticket?
👉 Yes, each ticket comes with 2 laddus.

Q4. Where do I report with the ticket?
👉 At VQC-2 in Tirumala before the chosen slot.

Q5. Can foreigners book Rs 300 tickets?
👉 Yes, with valid passport details.

The Tirumala Rs 300 Darshan availability chart is the most reliable guide for pilgrims planning their special entry darshan. By checking the official chart, booking early, and following TTD rules, devotees can enjoy a faster and comfortable darshan of Lord Venkateswara. With proper planning and preparation, the ₹300 darshan ensures a peaceful spiritual experience.

Editor’s Note — Tirumala Darshan Update, April 2026

As of April 2026, the TTD darshan framework continues to operate along the established structure: Sarva Darshan (free), Special Entry Darshan (SED) at ₹300, Senior Citizen and Divyangjan quotas, Arjitha Seva darshan, and Protocol/VIP darshan. SSD (Srivani, etc.) and special quota slots continue to be released via the official portal. Pilgrims should expect the heaviest crowding on weekends, school holidays, Saturdays, Akshaya Tritiya, Garuda Seva, Brahmotsavam days, and Vaikuntha Ekadasi.

  • Book SED and Arjitha Seva tickets only through tirumala.org — avoid all third-party agents.
  • Any revisions to quota, pricing, or timings are published officially on ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in.

Carry your Aadhaar and booking printout; biometric verification continues to be enforced at queue entry.

Last reviewed: April 22, 2026

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Shiva Venkateswara

Shiva Venkateswara is the founding editor of Tirumala Tirupati Online. With over 8 years of dedicated coverage of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) and the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, he has personally completed pilgrimages to Tirumala 50+ times, walking the Alipiri and Srivari Mettu footpaths, observing every major arjitha seva, and touring every guest house, mutt, and accommodation block in both Tirumala and Tirupati. His on-the-ground reporting drives the site's day-by-day darshan-status updates, room-availability charts, and festival schedules.His coverage spans TTD darshan procedures (Sarva Darshan, ₹300 Special Entry, SSD tokens, Srivani Trust, Divya Darshan, Supatham VIP), accommodation booking (online quota, CRO walk-ins, all major mutts and choultries), sevas (Arjitha, Daily, Weekly), and broader South Indian temple traditions including Srikalahasti, Bhadrachalam, Tiruchanur, Kanchipuram, Madurai, and the Char Dham circuit. He has interviewed senior TTD staff, peetadhipathis, and tour operators to verify the booking processes, timings, and pricing documented on the site.He launched Tirumala Tirupati Online on August 15, 2017 with the goal of giving Indian and NRI devotees a single trusted source for darshan information that previously lived only in Telugu pamphlets, regional newspapers, and word-of-mouth. The site now publishes daily updates across 2,900+ guides reaching pilgrims in English, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi.Editorial standards: every booking process, timing, and price published on the site is cross-verified against the official TTD portal (tirupatibalaji.ap.gov.in) and TTD-issued circulars before publication. Reader-reported errors are corrected within 24 hours. The site does not accept paid placements for booking-related content; AdSense advertising is disclosed per Google policy. Affiliate links use rel="sponsored noopener".Contact: editor@tirumalatirupationline.com. Connect on X (Twitter) @tirumalatirupati and Facebook @tirumalatirupationline.

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