A one-day individual puja with jaap at Trimbakeshwar, traditionally believed to calm the influence of Rahu and Ketu and to bring steadiness of mind.
Rahu and Ketu are the two shadow planets, or chhaya grahas, of Vedic astrology. They have no physical body in the sky; they are the two points where the Moon's path crosses the path of the Sun. A Rahu Ketu puja Trimbakeshwar visit centres on one day of prayer and jaap for these two grahas, with your name and gotra spoken in the sankalp so that the ritual is offered on your behalf.
The Puranas trace their origin to the churning of the ocean. As the amrit was being served, the asura Svarbhanu slipped into the line of devas. The Sun and the Moon recognised him, and Lord Vishnu struck off his head with the Sudarshan Chakra. The amrit had already reached his throat, so both parts lived on: the head as Rahu and the body as Ketu.
Many people call this ritual a Rahu Ketu shanti puja. When an astrologer connects something in a kundli to these grahas, it may also be called a Rahu Ketu dosh puja. Whatever the name, the intention is the same: to pray to the grahas with respect and to ask for a steadier mind. The heart of this package is the Rahu Ketu jaap, in which the mantras of both grahas are chanted according to the vidhi.
If you are unsure which ritual fits, share your birth details when you book and ask Guruji. When you are ready, check the auspicious dates and contact Guruji to book.
No one is obliged to perform this puja, and a Rahu or Ketu placement in a horoscope is not a prediction of misfortune. Families usually consider it for reasons like these:
You do not need a kundli to book. If you know your date, time and place of birth, share them so that Guruji can explain whether this puja or another ritual suits your intention. This is an individual booking, so the sankalp is taken for you or your family rather than for a group.
This puja is an act of faith. It cannot take the place of a doctor, counsellor, lawyer or financial adviser. If you are facing a health, emotional, legal or money problem, please keep seeking qualified help alongside your prayers.
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Guruji explains the order of the ritual and helps you take the sankalp, speaking your name, your gotra and the intention behind the puja. If you do not know your gotra, ask Guruji how to proceed.
As in most Hindu rituals, Lord Ganesh is worshipped first, with a prayer that the puja goes ahead without obstacles.
A kalash is set up and all nine grahas are invoked. Rahu and Ketu are honoured as part of this wider family of grahas rather than in isolation.
Flowers, akshata and other offerings are made to the two grahas. Items traditionally linked with them, such as black sesame and urad, are used as Guruji directs.
The mantras of Rahu and Ketu are chanted with concentration. The number of repetitions depends on the package and the sankalp, so ask Guruji to confirm it for your booking. You can sit quietly and pray during this time.
If Guruji advises a short havan for your sankalp, offerings are made into the sacred fire at this stage [TO VERIFY].
The puja closes with aarti and a prayer asking forgiveness for any unintended errors in the ritual. Guruji then gives his blessing and prasad, and explains anything you may wish to follow afterwards.
Duration: 1 day (Guruji confirms the timing)
Trimbakeshwar is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. It lies in Nashik district, Maharashtra, below the Brahmagiri hills, where the Godavari river is traditionally said to rise. The linga here is known for its three faces, understood to represent Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.
Prayers to Rahu and Ketu are not limited to one place. Families choose Trimbakeshwar out of devotion, not out of fear.
Guruji will share the venue and reporting time once your date is confirmed. Trimbakeshwar is reached by road from Nashik, so plan your travel around the start time, and arrange food and stay separately.
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Guruji gives the Rahu Ketu puja price on request, based on the date and your requirements. The listing is for one individual booking and covers one pandit, the jaap, samagri and dakshina. Food, stay and travel are separate.
Price on request — ask Guruji
Includes jaap
| Feature | Rahu-Ketu Puja with Jaap |
|---|---|
| Price | Price on request — ask Guruji Includes jaap |
| Samagri | Yes |
| Dakshina | Yes |
| Silver naag | Not applicable |
| Pandits | 1 |
| Food | No |
| Stay | No |
| Days | 1 |
| Type | Individual |
| Book via WhatsApp: Rahu-Ketu Puja with Jaap |
Clean, modest and traditional clothes suit the puja best. Men usually wear a dhoti or kurta-pyjama, and women usually wear a saree or salwar suit. If a particular colour or new clothing is needed for your puja, Guruji will tell you when you book [TO VERIFY].
Mon, 9 November 2026
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Sat, 19 December 2026
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Thu, 24 December 2026
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Tue, 29 December 2026
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Sun, 3 January 2027
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Fri, 8 January 2027
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Wed, 13 January 2027
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Mon, 18 January 2027
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Sat, 23 January 2027
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New dates are being added. Call or WhatsApp Guruji for the next suitable date.
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In everyday use, people often apply both names to the same kind of ritual. "Dosh" refers to how an astrologer reads these grahas in a kundli, while "shanti" refers to the prayer for calm. This is a Rahu-Ketu puja with jaap. If your astrologer has recommended something more specific, please tell Guruji.
Guruji gives the price on request, based on the date and your requirements. The listing is for one individual booking and includes one pandit, the jaap, samagri and dakshina. Food, stay and travel are separate.
The package is completed within one day. The exact hours depend on your muhurat and the jaap, so Guruji confirms them when your date is fixed. If the start time is early or you are travelling from far away, you may prefer to arrive the evening before. Stay is not included in the package.
Kaal Sarp Puja is usually chosen when an astrologer reads the other seven grahas as lying between Rahu and Ketu. The Rahu-Ketu puja is addressed to these two grahas themselves, for example during their dasha or when a dosh has been mentioned. If you are unsure, share your birth details and ask Guruji.
No single date suits everyone. Guruji suggests a muhurat based on your details, the panchang and availability. You can see upcoming dates on the muhurat page, but please confirm with Guruji before you finalise your travel.
No one can promise that. The puja is an act of faith, and its benefits are described here as traditional beliefs. This is not medical, legal or financial advice, so please keep consulting qualified professionals alongside your prayers.
Pandit Ravi Guruji has performed pujas here for more than 20 years.
Each step follows the traditional vidhi, explained to you beforehand.
Ask about a separate puja for your family when you book.
Share your birth details on WhatsApp for a free check by Guruji.
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