Lord Shiva (Vishwanath) — Puja Vidhi
Kashi Vishwanath Puja Vidhi
Complete step-by-step procedure for Kashi Vishwanath Puja. Follow this correct Vedic method to perform the puja at home or at a temple.
Last updated: 23 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Step-by-Step Kashi Vishwanath Puja Vidhi
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Purify yourself with a bath and wear clean white or light-coloured clothes.
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Set up a Shiva linga on a clean elevated platform.
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Perform Panchamrit abhishek (bathing with milk, curd, honey, ghee, and sugar).
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Then bathe the linga with Gangajal while chanting Om Namah Shivaya.
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Apply bhasma (sacred ash) and sandalwood paste.
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Offer Bilva leaves, white flowers, and dhatura.
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Light a camphor lamp.
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Chant the Mahamrityunjaya mantra 108 times or recite Shiva Sahasranama.
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Conclude with aarti using a camphor flame and distribute prasad.
Important Rules During Kashi Vishwanath Puja
• Maintain cleanliness — bath before the puja and wear clean clothes.
• Face east or north while performing the puja.
• Keep mobile phones and distractions away during the ritual.
• Women during menstruation should not participate in the main ritual.
• Perform puja with a focused and devotional mind.
• Do not leave the puja incomplete once started.
Benefits of Kashi Vishwanath Puja
Grants moksha (liberation) and freedom from the cycle of birth and death, removes all sins accumulated over multiple lifetimes, bestows divine protection and blessings of Lord Shiva, cures serious illnesses and removes health obstacles, ensures success in all endeavours, brings peace to departed ancestors, and is especially potent for those with severe Shani or Rahu afflictions in the horoscope.
FAQ — Kashi Vishwanath Puja Vidhi
Q.Can I perform Kashi Vishwanath Puja at home?
Yes, Kashi Vishwanath Puja can be performed at home. Purify yourself with a bath and wear clean white or light-coloured clothes.
Q.How long does Kashi Vishwanath Puja take?
Kashi Vishwanath Puja typically takes 1–2 hours. The duration may vary based on the number of participants and whether a pandit is involved.
Q.Do I need a pandit for Kashi Vishwanath Puja?
Kashi Vishwanath Puja can be performed by the family head with guidance. However, for complex rituals, it is recommended to have an experienced pandit guide the procedure.
Q.What is the best time to perform Kashi Vishwanath Puja?
Mondays (Somvar), Mahashivratri, Shravan month (especially Shravan Somvar), Pradosh Vrat (13th lunar day), and Shivratri of each month. Brahma muhurta and the Nishita Kaal (midnight) are the most sacred hours for Shiva worship.