Shani Deva (Saturn) + Hanuman Ji — Puja Vidhi
Sade Sati Puja Vidhi
Complete step-by-step procedure for Sade Sati 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 Sade Sati Puja Vidhi
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Sade Sati puja is performed every Saturday, with special intensity on Shani Amavasya (new moon falling on Saturday).
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Begin with a bath before sunrise.
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Light a mustard oil lamp at the Shani yantra or image — preferably iron figurines or a black stone representing Shani.
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Offer black sesame seeds (til), black urad dal, black cloth, mustard oil, and iron objects (a small iron piece or nail).
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Recite the Shani Chalisa, Shani Stotra, or "Om Sham Shanicharaya Namah" 108 times on a black sesame rosary.
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Then shift to Hanuman worship: recite the Hanuman Chalisa and offer sindoor, jasmine oil, and red flowers to Hanuman Ji.
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Feeding black sesame and mustard oil to the Shani yantra or the sacred Peepal tree on Saturday evenings is also prescribed.
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Donating black sesame, mustard oil, blankets, or iron to the underprivileged on Saturdays amplifies the puja's benefits — karma-based seva (service) is considered Saturn's preferred offering.
Important Rules During Sade Sati 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 Sade Sati Puja
Sade Sati Puja does not eliminate Saturn's influence but transforms its energy from destructive obstruction to constructive discipline. Regular performance eases career setbacks, financial pressures, health challenges, and relationship difficulties that can arise during this period. It cultivates patience, perseverance, and resilience — the virtues Saturn demands. Devotees report reduced severity of the transit's challenges, accelerated resolution of legal or financial disputes, improved health outcomes, and a sense of spiritual grounding and acceptance. The Hanuman worship component provides fearlessness and divine protection throughout the period.
FAQ — Sade Sati Puja Vidhi
Q.Can I perform Sade Sati Puja at home?
Yes, Sade Sati Puja can be performed at home. Sade Sati puja is performed every Saturday, with special intensity on Shani Amavasya (new moon falling on Saturday).
Q.How long does Sade Sati Puja take?
Sade Sati Puja typically takes 1–2 hours per Saturday session. The duration may vary based on the number of participants and whether a pandit is involved.
Q.Do I need a pandit for Sade Sati Puja?
Sade Sati 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 Sade Sati Puja?
Every Saturday throughout the Sade Sati period is the primary time. Shani Amavasya (new moon on Saturday) is the most potent Saturday of the year for this puja and draws large gatherings at Shani temples such as Shani Shingnapur in Maharashtra and Kokilaben in Rajasthan. Shani Jayanti (Jyeshtha Amavasya) is also particularly significant. The puja should ideally be started on the first Saturday after one's Sade Sati begins, as determined by an astrologer.