Are you planning a spiritual pilgrimage to the sacred Seven Hills of Tirumala in March 2026? The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has officially announced the comprehensive schedule for opening online bookings. Given the immense global demand for Srivari darshan, securing tickets requires knowing exactly when the online portals open.
This guide breaks down the complete timeline for the March 2026 quota release for Arjitha Sevas, Special Entry Darshan, accommodation, and special category tickets.
The Official Booking Portal
Before reviewing the schedule, devotees must note that all bookings should be made only through the official TTD website. Please ensure you are using the correct URL to avoid fraudulent sites:
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We highly recommend having your TTD login credentials ready and ensuring a stable internet connection before the specified release times, as tickets often sell out within minutes.
Phase 1: Major Arjitha Sevas (Electronic DIP System)
The booking process begins with the most sought-after pre-dawn and weekly sevas. These are allocated through an electronic lottery (DIP) system due to high demand and limited availability.
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Sevas Included: Suprabhatam, Thomala Seva, Archana, and Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva.
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Registration Opens: December 18 at 10:00 AM.
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Registration Closes: Devotees have until 10:00 AM on December 20 to register online for the electronic DIP.
Crucial Step for DIP Winners:
If you are successfully allotted a ticket through the DIP system, you must complete the payment to confirm your booking. The payment window opens on December 20 and closes strictly at 12:00 Noon on December 22. Failure to pay by this deadline will result in ticket cancellation.
Phase 2: General Arjitha Sevas and Virtual Quotas
The next phase opens bookings for popular daily sevas and specific festivals scheduled for March 2026, including the Salakatla Teppotsavams (Float Festival) and Vasanthotsavams. These are generally on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Release Date: December 22 at 10:00 AM.
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Sevas Included: Kalyanotsavam, Unjal Seva, Arjitha Brahmotsavam, Sahasra Deepalankara Seva, Salakatla Teppotsavams, and Salakatla Vasanthotsavams tickets.
Virtual Sevas:
For those unable to travel physically but wishing to participate remotely, the quota for Virtual Sevas and their corresponding physical darshan slots will be released on December 22 at 3:00 PM.
Phase 3: Special Categories and SRIVANI Trust
TTD has allocated a specific day for releasing quotas for specialized categories to ensure equitable access for all devotees.
All quotas below are released on December 23:
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10:00 AM: Anga Pradakshina tokens quota.
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11:00 AM: SRIVANI Trust donation-linked darshan tickets.
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3:00 PM: Quota for Senior Citizens, Differently-abled pandhy, and those with chronic illnesses.
Phase 4: Special Entry Darshan and Accommodation
The final and most highly anticipated phase is the release of the standard Rs. 300 darshan tickets and room bookings. These represent the bulk of pilgrim bookings for March 2026.
All quotas below are released on December 24:
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10:00 AM: The quota for Rs. 300 Special Entry Darshan (SED) tickets will go live. Be prepared for heavy website traffic during this slot.
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3:00 PM: The online accommodation quota for both Tirumala and Tirupati will be released.
Summary Schedule at a Glance
| Date (Dec) | Time | Quota Type |
| 18th | 10 AM | Major Arjitha Sevas (DIP registration opens) |
| 20th | 10 AM | DIP registration closes |
| 22nd | 12 Noon | Payment deadline for DIP winners |
| 22nd | 10 AM | Kalyanotsavam, Unjal, Festivals, etc. |
| 22nd | 3 PM | Virtual Sevas |
| 23rd | 10 AM | Anga Pradakshina |
| 23rd | 11 AM | SRIVANI Trust Tickets |
| 23rd | 3 PM | Senior Citizens / Differently-abled quota |
| 24th | 10 AM | Rs. 300 Special Entry Darshan |
| 24th | 3 PM | Accommodation (Tirumala & Tirupati) |
Mark these dates on your calendar. May Lord Srinivasa bless you with a blissful darshan in March 2026.

