Planetary Pujas — Vedic Puja Vidhi
Shani Puja
Shani Puja is performed to pacify Saturn's malefic influence, especially during Sade Sati (7.5 years of Saturn transit over the moon sign), Dhaiya (2.5-year transit), Shani Mahadasha, or when Saturn occupies challenging positions in the natal chart. The ritual involves offering black sesame, mustard oil, and Shami leaves, wearing a blue sapphire (after astrological advice), and chanting the Shani Stotra.
Last updated: 19 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Benefits
Pacifies Saturn's malefic effects, reduces suffering during Sade Sati, brings justice and fair outcomes, removes obstacles in career, and transforms hardships into growth.
Step-by-Step Procedure
Visit Shani temple or set up Shani image at home. Pour mustard oil on Shani image (especially on Saturdays). Offer black sesame, Shami leaves, and black urad dal. Chant Shani beej mantra (Om Sham Shanicharaya Namah) 108 times. Feed crows and poor people.
Best Time (Muhurat)
Every Saturday. Shani Jayanti. During Sade Sati or Dhaiya transit.
Materials Required (Samagri)
- ·Shani image
- ·Mustard oil
- ·Black sesame
- ·Shami leaves
- ·Black urad dal
- ·Blue/black cloth
- ·Incense
FAQ
Q.What is Shani Puja?
Shani Puja is performed to pacify Saturn's malefic influence, especially during Sade Sati (7.5 years of Saturn transit over the moon sign), Dhaiya (2.5-year transit), Shani Mahadasha, or when Saturn occupies challenging positions in the natal chart. ...
Q.What are the benefits of Shani Puja?
Pacifies Saturn's malefic effects, reduces suffering during Sade Sati, brings justice and fair outcomes, removes obstacles in career, and transforms hardships into growth.
Q.What is the best time to perform Shani Puja?
Every Saturday. Shani Jayanti. During Sade Sati or Dhaiya transit.
Q.What materials are needed for Shani Puja?
Shani image, Mustard oil, Black sesame, Shami leaves, Black urad dal, Blue/black cloth, Incense.