Tirupati Darshan Ticket New Timing Rule: What Devotees Must Know About This Change

Devotees planning a visit to the sacred shrine of Tirumala Venkateswara Temple must now strictly follow their darshan time slot, as temple authorities have begun enforcing a new rule aimed at improving crowd management and making the pilgrimage experience smoother.

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), which administers the temple, has clarified that devotees holding Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD) tokens and ₹300 Special Entry Darshan (SED) tickets will be allowed to enter the darshan queue lines only at their allotted time slot.

New Darshan Rule Comes into Effect

The rule is being strictly implemented from Monday onwards, and authorities have warned that devotees who arrive either too early or too late will not be permitted to join the queue lines.

Earlier, many pilgrims would reach the temple premises hours before their scheduled darshan time, leading to congestion in waiting areas and queue complexes. The new system is designed to streamline the process and reduce overcrowding.

Under the new guidelines:

• Devotees cannot enter early even if they reach the temple premises ahead of time.
• Devotees arriving late will also be denied entry into the queue lines.
• Entry is permitted only during the exact time slot printed on the ticket.

For example, if a pilgrim holds a ticket for the 2:00 PM darshan slot, they must arrive around that time and report to the queue complex accordingly.

Why TTD Introduced This Rule

Temple authorities said the decision was taken to improve the overall darshan experience for pilgrims visiting Tirumala.

According to TTD officials, the rule aims to:

• Reduce crowd pressure inside the queue complexes
• Ensure smoother darshan movement
• Make the process more comfortable and organised for pilgrims

With lakhs of devotees visiting the hill shrine every month, effective crowd management has become a major priority for temple authorities.

Important Advice for Devotees

TTD has requested pilgrims to carefully check their ticket details and plan their journey accordingly.

Devotees are advised to:

• Check their darshan slot time carefully
• Plan travel and accommodation in advance
• Reach the queue lines exactly at the allotted time

Authorities have warned that reaching too early or too late may result in denial of entry, which could lead to devotees missing their darshan opportunity.

Darshan Tickets Sold Out Till April

Meanwhile, TTD sources said that regular ₹300 Special Entry Darshan tickets and ₹500 seva tickets have already been sold out until the end of April due to heavy demand.

However, pilgrims visiting Tirumala without prior booking may still obtain:

• Time Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD) tokens for free darshan (available offline)
• SRIVANI Trust VIP Break Darshan tickets, priced at ₹10,500 per person

How to Book ₹300 Special Entry Darshan Ticket

Devotees can book the ₹300 Special Entry Darshan ticket online through the official TTD portal by following these steps:

• Visit the official TTD booking website and log in using your registered mobile number.
• Select ₹300 Special Entry Darshan (Seeghra Darshan) from the available services.
• Choose your preferred darshan date and time slot.
• Enter pilgrim details exactly as mentioned in the government-issued ID proof.
• Complete the payment using UPI, debit card, credit card, or net banking.
• After payment, download and save the confirmed ticket.

Important Instructions While Booking

Devotees must ensure all personal details are accurate before completing the booking process.

• Name, age, and ID details cannot be changed after booking.
• One ticket is valid for only one devotee.
• Pilgrims must carry the same original ID proof used during booking.
• Either a printed copy or digital ticket must be shown during entry.

Temple authorities also warned that even a small mismatch in personal details may result in denial of darshan.

Expected Waiting Time for Darshan

Even with the special entry ticket, waiting time can vary depending on crowd levels.

Typical waiting duration is:

• Weekdays: 2 to 4 hours
• Weekends: 4 to 6 hours
• Festivals or peak seasons: 6 to 10 hours

Officials noted that factors such as VIP movements, festival days, and overall temple footfall may influence the waiting time.

Accepted Photo ID Proofs

Devotees must carry one of the following original government-issued photo ID proofs during darshan:

• Aadhaar Card
• Passport
• Voter ID Card
• Driving Licence
• PAN Card (for adults)