Tiruttani Temple Tonsure Timings

Tiruttani Temple Tonsure Timings, Price and Procedure

The tonsure (mundan / head-shaving) hall at the Arulmigu Subramanya Swamy Temple, Tiruttani is open from about 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily. Since 5 September 2021 the Tamil Nadu HR&CE-managed temple administration has run the hair-offering as a devotee-friendly free/low-cost service through official ticket counters, with the barber’s share borne by the temple. Devotees are asked to take their token from the official counter and not to pay any extra amount to the barbers. Below is a verified, plain-English guide to the timings, cost, location and procedure.

Tiruttani (Thanigai Hill) is revered as the fifth of the six sacred abodes (Arupadai Veedu) of Lord Murugan, and lakhs of devotees climb the hill each year to fulfil vows. Offering one’s hair to the Lord is one of the most common vows here, especially for children’s first tonsure (mottai) and after answered prayers.

Tiruttani Temple Tonsure Timings

The dedicated tonsure halls operate from roughly 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM every day. On major festival days (Kanda Sasti, Karthigai, Thai Poosam, Panguni Uthiram and busy Tuesdays/weekends) crowds are very heavy and the hall may close early or operate under crowd-control restrictions without prior notice. If tonsure is your main purpose, plan for a non-festival weekday and arrive early in the morning to finish comfortably before the afternoon cut-off.

Tiruttani Temple Tonsure Price

From 5 September 2021 the temple administration introduced a scheme to offer hair-tonsuring free of charge through a computerised ticket counter, with the barber’s fee met by the temple, so that devotees are not burdened. Some temple tonsure notices also reference a small nominal ticket (of the order of a few rupees split between the barber and the temple). Because such official rates are revised from time to time, treat the tonsure as free-to-nominal and confirm the exact current charge at the official ticket counter on the day of your visit.

Whatever the posted rate, the temple advises devotees to collect a proper receipt/token from the official counter and not to hand extra money to the barbers. If anyone demands an amount over the official rate, you can raise it with the temple administration on the spot. There is no need to pay tips or “speed money” to complete the ritual.

Tiruttani Temple Tonsure Hall Location

There are several tonsure points rather than a single hall, so devotees do not have to crowd into one spot. According to the temple’s own information, facilities are provided at the hill temple, near Thanigai Illam, and along the stepway close to the Saravana Poigai (temple tank). After the tonsure, bathing facilities and washrooms are available so you can bathe before proceeding for darshan. Water can be cold, so carry a towel and a change of clothes, especially for young children.

Tonsure Procedure — step by step

• Reach the temple in the morning and go to the official tonsure counter to take your token/ticket.
• Proceed to the assigned tonsure point; the temple’s barbers perform the shave.
• Keep your receipt and pay only the official rate at the counter — nothing extra to the barber.
• Use the bathing area/washroom to bathe after the tonsure.
• Then join the darshan queue for the Lord’s darshan.

For a child’s first tonsure, carry the child’s essentials and be ready for early-morning queues on busy days.

How to reach Tiruttani

Tiruttani is well connected by rail and road in northern Tamil Nadu, close to the Andhra Pradesh border.

• By train: Tiruttani has its own railway station on the Chennai–Renigunta/Mumbai broad-gauge line; it is about 83 km by rail from Chennai Central, with frequent suburban and express services (journey roughly 1.5–2 hours).
• By road: Around 87 km from Chennai by road; state and private buses run regularly, and the hill has parking for roughly 400 vehicles.
• The climb: The temple sits atop Thanigai Hill; you can climb the steps or use the motorable ghat road to the top.

Accommodation and official information

Rooms, cottages and choultries for pilgrims are administered by the temple/HR&CE. For current room availability, official charges and any online facility, refer only to the official Tamil Nadu HR&CE portal (hrce.tn.gov.in) or the temple administration office at Tiruttani. This blog does not handle bookings and is not connected to the temple.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the tonsure hall timings at Tiruttani temple?
The tonsure facilities generally operate from about 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM every day. Timings can be curtailed on heavy festival days.

2. How much does tonsure cost at Tiruttani Murugan temple?
Since 5 September 2021 the temple has offered tonsuring free/at a nominal official rate through its ticket counter, with the barber’s share borne by the temple. Confirm the exact current charge at the counter and take a receipt.

3. Do I need to pay the barber separately?
No. Pay only the official rate at the counter. The temple advises devotees not to give extra money to barbers; report any over-charging to the temple administration.

4. Where is the tonsure done?
At multiple points — near the hill temple, near Thanigai Illam, and along the stepway close to the Saravana Poigai tank. Bathing facilities are available afterwards.

5. Which day is best for tonsure at Tiruttani?
A non-festival weekday morning is easiest. Tuesdays, weekends and festivals such as Kanda Sasti, Karthigai and Thai Poosam are very crowded.

6. Can I get darshan after tonsure the same day?
Yes. After the tonsure and a bath, you can join the regular darshan queue; the temple is open until about 8:45 PM.

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Last reviewed: July 6, 2026