Ujjain Bhasma Aarti VIP Ticket Booking, Timings & Prices – Check Availability

The Mahakaleshwar Temple is located in Ujjain in the state of Madhya Pradesh and it is the Jyotirlinga temple of lord Shiva among twelve. The temple is also situated beside the Kshipra River. In the case of the Tamil Nadu temple, it is believed that millions of devotees patronize the temple every year. On a single day during Mahashivaratri festival, it is not a surprise for the temple to record 1,000,000 visitors.

The temple has been built in the 6th century CE, but many dynasties like the Paramaras have contributed to the construction of the temple. The existing structure was constructed in the 18th century by Maratha general Ranoji Shinde. The temple is quite large; its grounds occupy approximately 1.5 hectares (3.7 acres) of land.

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What is Bhasma Aarti?

One of the holiest and most distinctive ceremonies offered at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain is Bhasma Aarti. Bhasma (ash) is applied to the deity during this early morning ritual, usually before sunrise. The ceremony is thought to have great spiritual significance and represents the body’s transformation into its purest form. The sacred fire of the temple’s pyre, which represents the annihilation of the ego and the cycle of birth and death, is where the Bhasma used in the Aarti is collected. Sacred mantras are chanted and prayers are offered during the ceremony, which instills a strong sense of reverence and devotion in the followers.

Bhasma Aarti Timing in 2025

• Starts around 4:00 AM, gates open at 3:00 AM
• Regular Days: 4:00 AM to 6:00 AM
• Reporting time for devotees: 2:30 AM (varies seasonally)
• Shravan Month: 2:00 AM onwards

Bhasma Aarti Ticket Price

• Online Booking (VIP Ticket): ₹200 per person.
• Offline Booking (General Ticket): ₹100 per person.

How to Book Ujjain Bhasma Aarti Online

The Bhasma Aarti is provided free by the temple authority to the devotees and the devotees have to book the bhasma aarti online through the official website. There is no offline booking to the Bhasma aarti in the Mahakaleswar temple. The advisable for the devotees is book VIP Darshan for the quicker access and fast darshan.

Steps for Online Booking

• Go to the Mahakaleshwar Temple Official website.
• On the home page click on the booking option.
• Next, select the date and time according to your wish.
• Enter details of the devotee, mobile number and address.
• upload the photo and Aadhaar proof
• Enter the Aadhaar number and tick the I am not a robot.
• Next, complete the payment process.
• The ticket is sent to your registered mobile number.

Steps for Offline Booking:

• Visit directly to the Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Temple.
• Then go to the temple tickets counter of Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Temple and the temple ticket counter is located at the entrance of the temple.
• Then in the temple ticket counter provide the required documents and collect the application form from the ticket counter.
• Then fill the application form with your details and attach your id proofs with the application then submit it in the temple ticket counter.
• Then make payment through the available payment methods in the temple ticket counter according to your type of service.
• Then correct the confirmation of your ticket and submit that ticket copy at the time of your slot.

Ujjain Bhasma Aarti VIP Prices – Check Availability

• General Darshan: It is free for all devotees but takes more time for darshan
• Special Paid Darshan: It costs ₹200 for each devotee and quick darshan.
• VIP Darshan: It is a VIP Darshan ticket. It costs ₹750 to ₹1500 available only on huge demand days.
• Bhasma Aarti Darshan: No charge. Devotees must book online.

VIP Darshan Timings & Entry Gate

The VIP Darshan Timings and Entry Gate Details for Mahakaleshwar Temple, Ujjain (2025 Updated):

How to book Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Temple Sheeghra Darshan Online

• Go to the Mahakaleshwar Temple’s official website.
• On the homepage select online booking then choose Sheeghra Darshan.
• Enter your details like address, mobile number and gender.
• select the ID proof then enter the ID number and upload the ID proof and picture
• Then click on the Submit Now option.
• Next, make payment through the available patent options
• Confirmation Ticket is sent to your registered mobile number.

Note: The Sheeghra darshan ticket costs RS. 250 and VVIP darshan ticket costs RS. 1100.

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Documents Required for Bhasma Aarti VIP Darshan Booking:

To attend the Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple, Ujjain, devotees need to provide certain documents for verification. Below are the required documents based on the type of booking:

For Indian Citizens

• Government-issued ID (Any one of the following):
• Aadhaar Card
• Voter ID
• Driving License
• Passport

For Foreign Nationals

• Passport
• Visa Copy

For Online Booking

• Printout of Booking Confirmation
• + Original ID Proof (used while booking)

For Offline Booking

• Original ID Proof (same as above)

Dress Code for Bhasma Aarti:

• Men:
  • Traditional attire such as dhoti or white kurta and lungi.
  • Pants or jeans are not allowed.
  • Footwear is strictly prohibited; entry must be barefoot.
• Women:
  • Saree or other traditional Indian attire such as salwar-kameez or churidar.
  • Western clothing like skirts, dresses, or pants is not allowed.
  • Footwear must be removed; entry is barefoot.
• Children:
  • Simple traditional attire like dhoti for boys and a saree or traditional dress for girls.
  • Barefoot entry is required.

How to Reach Mahakaleshwar Temple, Ujjain

By Air ️

• The nearest airport to the Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Temple is Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport, Indore (IDR) From the temple is approximately fifty five kilometers.
• From the endorse you can hire a taxi or the busses are also available to reach to the temple it takes approximately 1.5 to two hours.

By Train

• The nearest railway station to the Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Temple is Ujjain Junction it is approximately two kilometers from the temple.
• The local trains are always available from the major city railway stations like Bhopal, Delhi, Varanasi, Ahmedabad and other cities
• From the railway station we can hire a taxi to reach to the temple they cost approximately fifty to hundred rupees.

By Road

• Bus Services: Local busses and private busses are available to reach to the temple from the major cities like Indore Bhopal and Ahmedabad..
• Private buses like MP tourism and Volvo busses also available to reach to the temple.
• Self-Drive/Taxi: If you’re going to the temple by yourself driving easily go through the highways.

Local Transport

• By using local transport in the city you can easily reach to the temple by using autos and taxis

Contact Details of The Temple

Phone Number– 0734-2550563
Email Address– office@mahakaleshwar.nic.in
Office Address– Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple Management Committee,Ujjain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How can I reach the Mahakaleshwar Temple?

The Temple is well connected with the train, road and Air ( Indore Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport ).

2. What is the cost of Sheeghra Darshan tickets?

The cost of Sheeghra darshan is RS. 250. and the VVIP darshan cost is RS. 1100.

3. What are the timings of the Mahakaleshwar Temple?

Temple timings: 4:00 AM to 11:00 PM. and 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM is a break.

4. How can I book tickets for the Bhasma Aarti?

On the official website, you can book Bhasma Aarti and it is free.

5. What is the price of a VIP darshan ticket in Ujjain Mahakal?

The Sheeghra darshan ticket costs RS. 250 and VVIP darshan ticket costs RS. 1100.

6. Is Garbh Grah darshan open in Ujjain?

Morning: 6:00 AM to 1:00

Evening:  6:00 PM to 8:00 PM