Tiruttani Temple Kalyanotsavam Timings Price Online Booking Now

The Kalyanotsavam — also called the Thirukalyana Urchavam — at the Arulmigu Subramania Swamy Temple, Tiruttani, is a ritual re-enactment of the celestial wedding of Lord Murugan, performed inside the hill temple as one of its principal daily arjitha (paid) sevas. To take part, devotees reach the temple during darshan hours, register for the seva against a fixed contribution set by the temple administration, and are then seated for the ceremony, which lasts roughly three-quarters of an hour and concludes with darshan and prasadam. The temple is managed by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu, and the seva schedule, contribution amounts and online registration are published on its official portal.

What the Kalyanotsavam seva is

Thirukalyanam means “sacred marriage.” The seva symbolically celebrates Lord Murugan’s wedding and is regarded as an auspicious offering for family well-being and marital harmony — which is why it is popular with newly married couples and families. During the ritual the presiding deity is honoured with the traditional sequence of a temple wedding: recitation, offering of garlands and the sacred thread, and the waving of lamps (aarti), performed by the temple priests on behalf of the sponsoring devotees.

Tiruttani itself gives the ceremony special resonance. The town is one of the Arupadai Veedu — the six sacred abodes of Murugan — and is traditionally counted as the fifth. According to tradition, Murugan came to Thanigai hill to calm his anger after the battle with Surapadman, and it is here that he is said to have married Valli. The temple, mentioned in the ancient Tamil work Tirumurukāṟṟuppaṭai, sits atop a hill reached by a flight of 365 steps, said to represent the days of the year.

Kalyanotsavam timings and contribution

The Kalyanotsavam is offered daily. Across current temple seva listings it is performed in the mid-morning, generally around 10:00 a.m., and runs for approximately 45 minutes including darshan. The seva is conducted for the sponsoring devotees, with a small number of persons permitted to be seated per ticket. The contribution and the exact slot are fixed by the HR&CE temple administration and are shown on the official portal at the time of registration.

The figures below reflect the seva details published in current temple listings. Because arjitha-seva contributions and slot timings are periodically revised by the HR&CE department, treat them as indicative and confirm the live amount and time on the official portal before you travel.

Contribution and timing are indicative from current temple listings and are revised from time to time by the temple administration; always confirm on the official HR&CE portal.

How devotees attend

There are two straightforward ways to take part, both handled by the temple administration:

• Online, in advance: The official temple portal, tiruttanimurugan.hrce.tn.gov.in, carries a temple-booking / paid-services section where the Kalyanotsavam and other arjitha sevas can be selected for an available date, with the contribution paid online. A confirmation is issued on completion, which you carry to the temple on the day.
• At the temple counter: Where slots remain, sevas can also be registered at the temple’s arjitha-seva counter on the day of visit, subject to availability. Because the Kalyanotsavam is a popular seva and daily capacity is limited, arriving early improves your chances.

On the day, reach the temple in good time, complete any counter formalities, and be seated for the ceremony at the appointed slot. Simple, modest temple attire is expected. After the ritual you receive darshan of the deity and prasadam. Because the sanctum is on the hilltop, allow time either to climb the 365 steps or to use the road/vehicle access to the upper level.

Temple darshan hours and planning

The temple is open for darshan through most of the day. Published timings vary slightly between listings — generally from the early morning (around 6:00 a.m.) to the evening (around 8:30–9:00 p.m.), often with a short midday interval that is relaxed on busy days. On major festival days, especially those linked to Murugan, crowds are heavy and seva slots fill quickly, so it is worth checking the temple calendar before planning a Kalyanotsavam around such dates.

Tiruttani is in Tiruvallur district, well connected by road and rail and within easy reach of Chennai and Tirupati, which makes it a common addition to a wider pilgrimage itinerary. Basic amenities and eateries are available in the town at the foot of the hill.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Kalyanotsavam at Tiruttani?

It is the Thirukalyana Urchavam — a ritual celebration of Lord Murugan’s sacred wedding, offered as a daily paid seva at the Arulmigu Subramania Swamy Temple. Devotees sponsor the ceremony and receive darshan and prasadam afterwards.

What time is the Kalyanotsavam performed?

Current temple listings show it in the mid-morning, generally around 10:00 a.m., lasting about 45 minutes with darshan. As slots can be adjusted by the administration, confirm the exact time on the official HR&CE portal when you register.

How much does the seva cost?

The contribution is fixed by the HR&CE temple administration. Current listings commonly show it at around ₹4,000 per ticket, but because these amounts are revised periodically, check the live figure on the official portal before booking.

How do I book the Kalyanotsavam?

Use the temple-booking / paid-services section of the official portal, tiruttanimurugan.hrce.tn.gov.in, to choose a date and pay the contribution online, or register at the temple’s arjitha-seva counter on the day, subject to availability.

How many people can attend on one ticket?

A small group is seated per ticket — commonly up to two persons in current listings. The exact number is set by the temple and shown at the time of registration, so verify it on the portal.

Is advance booking necessary?

It is not strictly required, since counter registration exists, but the Kalyanotsavam is popular and daily capacity is limited. Booking online in advance — or arriving early for a counter slot — is the reliable way to be assured of a place, especially on weekends and festival days.

See also

• Srikalahasti Chandi Homam — seva guide
• Ghati Subramanya Temple Annaprasana — seva guide

Last reviewed: July 7, 2026