Sri Srinivasa Divyanugraha Visesha Homam at Alipiri
The Sri Srinivasa Divyanugraha Visesha Homam is performed every morning at Alipiri, the foot of the Tirumala hills, and is followed by a Special Entry Darshan at Tirumala for ticket holders. Tickets are online only and sell out fast. Here is how it works.
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- CostRs 1,600 per ticket for two persons, including a same-day Rs 300 Special Entry Darshan (recent sources, June 2026)
- How to bookOnline only since 1 August 2025, on the official TTD site or app
- When releasedMonthly, around the 25th or 26th at 10 AM
- Tickets per dayAbout 200, all online
- Homam timing9 AM to 11 AM at Alipiri
- Darshan at TirumalaFrom about 3 PM on the same day (up to 9 PM per one source)
- ChildrenUnder 12 free; 12 and above need a ticket
- ID neededAadhaar-based booking; carry ID
What the homam is
The Divyanugraha Visesha Homam is held daily at the Sapta Gau Pradakshina Shala (Srivari Saptha Go Pradakshina Mandiram) at Alipiri. Alipiri is the foot of the Tirumala hills, close to Tirupati.
After the homam, ticket holders go up to Tirumala for a Special Entry Darshan the same day, according to recent sources.
Who can attend and what it costs
Individuals, couples and friends can attend. Marriage is not required. Children under 12 are free, while those aged 12 and above need a ticket. One ticket per login is reported, and booking is Aadhaar based.
Recent sources from June 2026 give Rs 1,600 per ticket for two persons, including a same-day Rs 300 Special Entry Darshan. Older sources give Rs 1,000 per ticket with darshan paid separately, so check the price when you book.
Booking
Since 1 August 2025 all about 200 daily tickets are sold online, on the official TTD site or the TTD app. A new month is released around the 25th or 26th at 10 AM. For example, August 2026 opened on 25 July, April 2026 on 25 March and June 2026 on 26 May.
Tickets are reported to sell out within minutes, so log in early. A cancellation policy was not found.
On the day
Reach Alipiri for the homam, which runs from 9 AM to 11 AM. Carry your ID and ticket.
The dress code is traditional. Men can wear a dhoti and shirt or kurta-pyjama. Women can wear a saree, or salwar with a dupatta. Jeans and T-shirts are not allowed.
The darshan at Tirumala starts from about 3 PM, and one source says it can be up to 9 PM. Some replies say late reporting is accepted, but this is unverified, so plan to be on time.
Timing and best time
The homam is held daily, but it may be cancelled on some festival days. If you plan around a festival, check the official site first.
How to book, step by step
- Note the release dateReleases come around the 25th or 26th of each month at 10 AM.
- Log in earlyOpen the official TTD site or app and sign in before 10 AM.
- Choose the homamSelect the Divyanugraha homam seva.
- Pick the dateSelect an available date for the month.
- Enter detailsFill in the pilgrim details as on the ID.
- Pay and downloadPay online and download the ticket.
Please confirm before you travel
Reports differ on these points, and TTD can change rules at short notice.
- The price is Rs 1,600 in recent sources and Rs 1,000 in older ones.
- Whether the Special Entry Darshan is included or paid separately differs between sources.
- The darshan time is given as about 3 PM in some sources and up to 9 PM in one.
- Offline counters were removed according to sources, but this is not officially confirmed.
- Cancellation policy was not found.
- Whether late reporting is accepted is unverified.
- Distances from Tirupati are approximate.
Getting there from Tirupati by taxi
Alipiri and Tirumala. Alipiri is about 4 km from Tirupati railway station and bus stand, 15 to 20 minutes by road. Tirumala is about 22 km further by ghat road. Since the homam starts at 9 AM and the darshan follows at Tirumala the same day, a single cab for the full day covers both legs without waiting for buses.
Day rent for a Tirupati to Tirumala trip. Diesel, driver charge and toll are charged extra. See the local taxi page for other trips.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tirumala darshan included in the ticket?
Recent sources say yes, a same-day Rs 300 Special Entry Darshan is included. Older sources say it was paid separately, so check on booking.
Can I buy the ticket at a counter?
No. Booking has been online only since 1 August 2025.
Do children need a ticket?
Children under 12 are free. Those aged 12 and above need a ticket.
Do I need to be married to attend?
No. Individuals, couples and friends may attend.
What is the dress code?
Men: dhoti and shirt or kurta-pyjama. Women: saree or salwar with a dupatta. No jeans or T-shirts.
Can I report late?
Replies say yes, but this is unverified. Please plan to arrive for the 9 AM homam.