Nine Planets (Navgraha) — Puja Mantras
Navgraha Puja Mantra
Complete list of mantras for Navgraha Puja in Sanskrit with transliteration, meaning, and how many times to chant for maximum benefit.
Last updated: 20 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Mantras for Navgraha Puja
Surya Mantra
7000 times (or 108)ॐ ह्रां ह्रीं ह्रौं सः सूर्याय नमः
Salutations to the Sun God.
Chandra Mantra
11000 times (or 108)ॐ श्रां श्रीं श्रौं सः चन्द्रमसे नमः
Salutations to the Moon.
Navagraha Stotra
9 timesब्रह्मा मुरारिस्त्रिपुरान्तकारी भानुः शशी भूमिसुतो बुधश्च। गुरुश्च शुक्रः शनिराहुकेतवः कुर्वन्तु सर्वे मम सुप्रभातम्।
May Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu make my morning auspicious.
How to Chant Mantras Correctly
• Sit facing east or north in a comfortable position.
• Use a mala (rosary) of 108 beads to keep count.
• Chant clearly and at a moderate pace — neither too fast nor too slow.
• Begin with a sankalp (intention) stating the purpose of the chanting.
• Avoid interruptions — complete the full count in one sitting if possible.
• For best results, chant during Brahma Muhurat (pre-dawn) or at the time of puja.
FAQ — Navgraha Puja Mantras
Q.Which mantra is most important for Navgraha Puja?
The primary mantra for Navgraha Puja is the Surya Mantra: ॐ ह्रां ह्रीं ह्रौं सः सूर्याय नमः. Chant it 7000 times (or 108) during the puja.
Q.Can beginners chant these mantras?
Yes, these mantras are accessible to all. If Sanskrit pronunciation is challenging, chanting the deity's name sincerely (e.g., "Om Namah Shivaya" for Shiva) is equally effective.
Q.How many times to chant mantra in Navgraha Puja?
Surya Mantra: 7000 times (or 108). Chandra Mantra: 11000 times (or 108). Navagraha Stotra: 9 times
Q.Should mantras be chanted aloud or silently?
Both are effective. Chanting aloud (vaikhari japa) is recommended during puja. Silent mental chanting (manasika japa) is considered the most powerful for meditation.