What is Vijayadashami Puja?
Vijayadashami Puja is the worship of Goddess Aparajita and the Shami tree on Dussehra, the tenth day after Navratri, celebrating the victory of good over evil — Rama over Ravana and Durga over Mahishasura. With Stuti Mandir a verified pandit comes home for the Aparajita and Shami puja, the visarjan of the Navratri kalash, Ayudha and vehicle puja, or a child’s Aksharabhyasam on this all-auspicious day.
Vijayadashami is one of the few days considered auspicious from sunrise to sunset, so families choose it for starting education (Vidyarambham / Aksharabhyasam), new businesses, buying vehicles and gold, and worshipping the tools of their work. The main puja is done in the aparahna (afternoon) — Aparajita puja, Shami puja and Seemollanghan.
Vijayadashami 2026 date and puja time
- Vijayadashami (Dussehra)
- Tuesday, 20 October 2026Aparajita & Shami puja in the afternoon
- Maha Navami · Ayudha puja
- Tuesday, 20 October 2026
- Durga Ashtami
- Monday, 19 October 2026
- Navratri
- Sunday, 11 October 2026 – Tuesday, 20 October 2026
When is Dussehra 2026? Vijayadashami (Dussehra / Dasara) 2026 is on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, the tenth day of Ashwin Shukla Paksha, after Sharad Navratri.
What is the best time for Vijayadashami puja? The Aparajita and Shami puja is done in the aparahna (afternoon); the Vijay muhurat in the afternoon is considered best for new beginnings.
Dates are calculated by Stuti Mandir’s panchang for sunrise at Hyderabad; in a few places a tithi can fall a day apart, and your pandit confirms the muhurat for Eluru.
Vijayadashami Puja in Eluru
Telugu families do Shami (Jammi) puja on Vijayadashami, exchange Jammi leaves as gold, see the Palapitta bird for luck, and many begin Aksharabhyasam on this day.
Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Muhurthams follow the Telugu panchangam (Chandramana calendar).
Well-known temples in and around Eluru
- Dwaraka Tirumala Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple
- Somarama Temple, Bhimavaram
- Maddi Anjaneya Swamy Temple
Areas we cover in and around Eluru
- Bhimavaram
- Tadepalligudem
- Jangareddygudem
- Nuzvid
- Tanuku
How Vijayadashami Puja is performed
A typical Vijayadashami Puja with a Stuti Mandir pandit follows these steps; your pandit adapts them to your family’s tradition.
- 1Ganapati puja and sankalpam
- 2Uttara puja and visarjan of the Navratri kalash (if kept)
- 3Aparajita Devi puja in the afternoon
- 4Shami (Jammi) tree puja and exchange of Shami leaves
- 5Ayudha / vehicle / business puja (if included)
- 6Aksharabhyasam or Vidyarambham for children (if included)
- 7Harathi and prasadam
Vijayadashami Puja samagri list
- Aparajita flowers or picture of Devi
- Shami (Jammi) leaves
- Kumkum, turmeric, akshata and red flowers
- Coconut, betel leaves and fruits
- Lamps, camphor and incense
- Books, pens or slate (for Aksharabhyasam)
- Lemons and ash gourd (for vehicle / Ayudha puja)
Your pandit confirms the exact list after booking. You can also add a Stuti Mandir samagri kit to your order so everything arrives before the pooja.
Benefits and best time for Vijayadashami Puja
Benefits
- Victory and success in new ventures
- An auspicious start for education, business and vehicles
- Completion of the Navratri vrat with visarjan
- Protection of the family, home and livelihood
When to perform
- Vijayadashami (Ashwin Shukla Dashami), in the aparahna (afternoon) muhurat
- Vijay muhurat for new beginnings
- After Maha Navami, to conclude Navratri
Why book Vijayadashami Puja in Eluru with Stuti Mandir
Verified pandits
Every pandit’s profile is reviewed and approved by Stuti Mandir before they can take bookings. See their languages and experience before you choose.
Price shown upfront
Dakshina, fees and taxes are itemised before you pay, so there is no haggling on the day.
Live pandit tracking
Follow your pandit on a live map from the moment they start their journey, just like a delivery app.
OTP-verified pooja
You confirm the pandit’s arrival and the pooja’s completion with one-time codes.
Your language, your tradition
Choose a pandit who speaks Telugu and follows your family’s customs.
Samagri made easy
Get the full samagri list after booking, or add a samagri kit to your order.
How to book Vijayadashami Puja in Eluru
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Choose Vijayadashami Puja and a verified pandit — compare their languages, experience and price.
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Pick a date and time slot, enter your address in Eluru and add any muhurtham preference.
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Pay securely online (UPI, cards, net banking), or choose pay-after-pooja where it is offered.
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On the day, track your pandit live, confirm their arrival with an OTP, and share the completion code once the pooja is done.
Frequently asked questions
When is Vijayadashami 2026?
Vijayadashami (Dussehra) 2026 is on Tuesday, 20 October 2026. Maha Navami and Ayudha puja fall on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
How do I book a pandit for Dussehra 2026?
Open the Vijayadashami puja booking page, choose a verified pandit and a time on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, and pay online — or send your details on WhatsApp and Stuti Mandir arranges a pandit for you.
How much does Vijayadashami Puja cost in Eluru?
With Stuti Mandir, Vijayadashami Puja in Eluru starts from ₹7,200 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. The final amount depends on the pandit you choose, whether you add samagri, and express booking; the full bill is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Telugu-speaking pandit for Vijayadashami Puja in Eluru?
Yes. Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Each pandit’s languages are shown on their profile, so you can pick one who matches your family’s tradition.
Which areas of Eluru do you cover?
Pandits come to homes and offices across Eluru and nearby areas, including Bhimavaram, Tadepalligudem, Jangareddygudem, Nuzvid and Tanuku. Availability for your date and area is confirmed when you choose a slot.
How long does Vijayadashami Puja take?
About 1 to 2 hours, performed by 1 pandit. Plan a little extra time for setting up the mandapam and for prasadam.
What samagri is needed for Vijayadashami Puja?
The main items are aparajita flowers or picture of devi, shami (jammi) leaves, kumkum, turmeric, akshata and red flowers, coconut, betel leaves and fruits and lamps, camphor and incense. Your pandit shares the full list after booking, and you can add a samagri kit to your order.
What time should Vijayadashami puja be done?
The Aparajita and Shami puja is done in the aparahna (afternoon), and the Vijay muhurat in the afternoon is considered best for new beginnings. Your pandit gives the exact time for your city from the panchangam.
Can I do Aksharabhyasam on Vijayadashami?
Yes. Vijayadashami is one of the most popular days for Aksharabhyasam (Vidyarambham). Add it when booking or tell us on WhatsApp and the pandit brings everything needed.
Can I book vehicle puja on Dussehra?
Yes. Ayudha and vehicle puja can be done on Maha Navami or Vijayadashami at your home, office, shop or factory.
How do I book Vijayadashami Puja in Eluru?
Open the Vijayadashami Puja booking page, choose a verified pandit, pick a date and time, add your Eluru address and pay online. You can track the pandit live on the day.