What time is the Shringar Aarti at Kashi Vishwanath?
The official rituals page lists the Shringar / Bhog Aarti as starting at 9 PM. During this aarti the deity is adorned (shringar) and offered bhog. It is listed as a ticketed service on the official booking portal.
Quick facts
- Published time
- From 9:00 PM
- What it marks
- Adornment of the deity and the night offering
- Booking
- Official portal only
On this page
What is the Shringar / Bhog Aarti?
In the Shringar / Bhog Aarti the deity is adorned — shringar means ornamentation — with flowers and other decorations, offered food, and worshipped with lamps. The official booking list also includes a separate daily night shringar offering (listed at 9 PM) that devotees can sponsor.
Spiritual significance
Adorning the deity is an expression of loving devotion (bhakti). According to Hindu tradition, beholding the adorned deity is a particularly auspicious darshan. Special shringar is performed on festival days and full-moon nights.
Typical timing
According to the official schedule (verified September 2026): From 9:00 PM. The rituals page gives a start time only; the aarti usually runs for about an hour.
Timings can change on festival days and special occasions. See the full daily schedule.
Who can attend
The Shringaar / Bhog Aarti appears on the official booking list as a ticketed service.
Booking information
Aarti attendance is sold only by the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust through its official portal. You register, choose the aarti, date and slot, enter each visitor's details and pay online. Prices are set by the trust and may change; we do not publish them. See our booking guide.
What devotees should know
- Phones, cameras and bags are not allowed inside. Print or note your booking details and use the lockers. See what not to carry.
- Dress modestly; traditional clothing is appropriate. See the temple rules.
- Viewing space near the sanctum is limited, and staff direct where ticket holders stand or sit.
- Photography is not permitted.
How early to arrive
Aim to be at the entry point 45 minutes or more before 9 PM. Arrange your return transport in advance; the lanes are quieter late at night. Check the reporting time and gate shown on your ticket or on the official portal.
Identification and documents
Carry the original government photo ID used for booking (a passport for foreign nationals) and your e-ticket in printed or written form.
Compare all five aartis in the aarti guide.
Frequently asked questions
What does shringar mean?
Shringar means adornment. During this aarti the deity is decorated with flowers and ornaments.
How do I book the Shringar Aarti?
Aarti attendance is booked on the official Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust portal. Choose the aarti, date and slot, enter visitor details and pay online. This website cannot book.
What ID should I carry?
Carry the original government photo ID you entered while booking, along with a printed or saved ticket — phones are not allowed inside.
Sources and further reading
We link to primary and authoritative sources. External links open in a new tab.
- Rituals and daily schedule (opens in a new tab)
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust — Official temple source, checked September 2026
- Online booking — darshan, aarti and pooja services (opens in a new tab)
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust — Official temple source, checked September 2026
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