Vaishno Devi Mandir Timings Today – Darshan, Aarti & Navratri Schedule
Vaishno Devi Mandir in Katra is among India’s most revered Shakti Peeths. During Chaitra and Sharad Navratri, footfall peaks,
with special crowd arrangements at the Bhavan. This page lists current darshan and aarti info plus Navratri updates.
Vaishno Devi Mandir Darshan Timings
General darshan remains open most of the day with breaks for aarti/offerings. Exact entry regulation depends on crowd control advisories from the Shrine Board.
- General Darshan Window: Typically early morning till night (managed in slots by Shrine Board).
Note: Aarti is the main fixed-time ritual; darshan entry may pause during aarti and for maintenance/security.
Vaishno Devi Aarti Schedule
| Season | Morning Aarti | Evening Aarti |
|---|---|---|
| Summer | – | – |
| Winter | – | – |
Summer ≈ Apr–Oct; Winter ≈ Nov–Mar. Timings may pause during crowd control.
Attka Aarti is bookable via Shrine Board’s official channels.
Temple Opening & Closing
Darshan stretches from early morning to late evening; exact cutoffs vary with season/crowd control and weather advisories.
Navratri Special Arrangements
- Dedicated queue lines, extended darshan windows as needed
- Live telecast & announcements from Shrine Board
- Yatra Parchi registration mandatory
Rules & Dress Code
- Follow Shrine Board security advisories; mobiles/photography restricted near sanctum
- Simple, modest attire advised
Online Booking & VIP
- Yatra Registration (Parchi): Mandatory
- Attka Aarti booking: Available online
Location
Vaishno Devi Bhavan, Katra, Jammu & Kashmir – 182301
How to Reach
- Rail: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK) (~2 km to base)
- Air: Jammu Airport (~50 km)
- Trek: ~13 km from Katra; options: pony, palki, battery car
Best Time to Visit
Oct–Mar pleasant; Navratri sees maximum footfall (arrive early).
FAQs
- Daily aarti kab hoti hai? Sunrise se thoda pehle aur sunset ke turant baad.
- Registration? Yatra Parchi mandatory.
- Navratri rush? Very high; plan early entry.