Anga Pradakshina is a sacred ritual where devotees roll around the sanctum in wet clothes after bathing in the Swami Pushkarini (temple tank) near the main gopuram. The ritual starts at the Bangaru Vakili and ends at the Hundi. It’s a free seva, conducted daily, and both men and women can participate. Men must wear a dhoti and uttariyam (traditional attire), while women must wear a saree or traditional dress. No shirts or vests are allowed for men during the seva—they must remove upper garments if worn.
Anga Pradakshina is and how to book Anga Pradakshina tickets online for Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD). I’ll provide a step-by-step demo to help you book the tickets easily. Anga Pradakshina involves circumambulating the main sanctum (Ananda Nilayam or Bangaru Vakili) of Lord Venkateswara by rolling on the ground from the Jaya-Vijaya point to the Hundi (donation box). After completing the seva, devotees are allowed to have darshan of the Lord. This seva happens daily, with reporting at 1:00 AM and the seva starting at 3:00 AM
Preparations for Angapradakshinam
: Devotees must bathe in the Pushkarini at midnight (12:00 AM), perform a head bath, and proceed to the temple in wet clothes for the seva. Women are sent first to perform Anga Pradakshina, followed by men. During this time, the Suprabhatham Seva (morning prayers) takes place inside the sanctum, starting at 3:00 AM. After completing Anga Pradakshina, devotees wait near the Dhwaja Stambham (flagpole) and are then sent for darshan once the Suprabhatham Seva concludes.
Importance of Angapradakshinam
Anga Pradakshina is considered a highly auspicious seva, offering a profound spiritual experience. It’s believed that participating in this seva requires the merit of past lives. The speaker encourages everyone to attempt booking the ticket at least once in their lifetime, as the experience is divine and unforgettable.
How to Book Angapradakshinam Tickets Online
Tickets are released on the official TTD website (ttdsevaonline.com) three months in advance. For example, tickets for July are released on April 23rd at 10:00 AM. Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide
- Go to the TTD website:
ttdsevaonline.com. If you don’t know the URL, search for “TTD online” on Google. - The first link will be the official TTD booking portal. Click on it to open the homepage.
- On the homepage, click “Login” at the top-right corner.
- Enter your mobile number (e.g., xxxxxxxxxxx). An OTP will be sent to your phone.
- Enter the OTP to log in successfully.
- On the homepage, look for the latest updates or “Pilgrim Services” section.
- Find the option for “Tirumala Anga Pradakshina Tickets” and click “Click Here.”
- Alternatively, you can use the TTD app (available on the Play Store) to book tickets—the process is the same.
- To book quickly, write down your details (name, Aadhaar number, email, address, etc.) in a notepad beforehand.
- Copy-paste these details into the form to save time, as tickets get booked within minutes.
- Select the date (e.g., May 25, 2025). The slot time is 1:00 AM for reporting.
- Only 750 tickets are released per day, so slots fill up fast.
- Specify the number of persons (maximum 2 per mobile number).
- Enter details for each person: name, age, gender, photo ID proof (Aadhaar), and Aadhaar number.
- Add general details: email (e.g., xxxxxxxxxxx@gmail.com), city, state (e.g., Andhra Pradesh), country (e.g., India), and PIN code (from your Aadhaar card).
- Double-check all details and click “Continue.”
- Review your details on the final page.
- Click “Book Now” to confirm the booking.
- A success message will appear with a reference number. You can download the ticket receipt or have it emailed to you.
- Log in to the TTD website with the same mobile number, go to “Booking History,” and download your ticket.
- Alternatively, download it on the day of the seva and bring a printed copy.
Additional Information
- Ticket Details (00:04:28):
- The seva is free—no payment is required.
- Maximum 2 tickets can be booked per mobile number.
- Children below 12 years are allowed to accompany.
- After the seva and darshan, devotees receive a small laddu (worth ₹50) for free.
- Booking Challenges (00:10:58):
- Around 3-4 lakh devotees try to book the 750 daily tickets, so slots fill up quickly.
- To book faster, pre-fill your details in a notepad and copy-paste them during booking.
- Technical errors or “tickets sold out” messages are common due to high demand.
General Rules for Both Men and Women
Wet Clothes Required:
- You need to dip in the Pushkarini (temple tank) 3 times around 12:00 AM prior to beginning.
- Perform Anga Pradakshina with soaked clothes—it is a hard and fast rule.
Reporting Time:
- Report at Vaikuntam Queue Complex at 1:00 AM on your scheduled date (for instance, April 6th at 1:00 AM).
Rolling Process:
- Roll your body around Ananda Nilayam (the central temple) close to the sanctum walls and Bali peethas.
- Don’t touch peethas and walls too much—staff will help you.
Segregated Lines:
- Women first at 1:00 AM, followed by men.
- Men and women remain in segregated lines till darshan is completed.
Ticket Required:
- Keep your pre-booked Anga Pradakshina ticket (free, up to 2 people per login).
- Display it at Pushkarini and the queue entrance.
Kids Allowed:
- Children are welcome with parents. They may roll if possible, or simply accompany parents—staff will assist.
Rules for Men
Dress Code:
- Dress only in a pancha (dhoti) and towel (kanduva)—no T-shirts or banian permitted.
- Shed banian prior to crossing the silver door; wear it around your waist if necessary.
Behavior:
- Repeat “Govinda Govinda” during rolling and remain respectful.
Rules for Women
Dress Code:
- Dress in traditional attire, such as a saree (most prevalent).
- No contemporary dress—adhere to temple tradition.
Behavior:
- Roll with devotion, chanting Swami’s name, and follow staff instructions.
Other Important Rules
No Phones or Bags:
Leave phones, bags, and items in a locker (e.g., at Padmanabha Nilayam) before going to Pushkarini.
Health:
Be ready for cold and dizziness from wet clothes and rolling—focus on devotion to feel better.
After Pradakshina:
You receive darshan and 1 complimentary laddu per individual.