TTD Annadanam Timings 2026 – Tirumala Free Prasadam & Donation Guide
TTD Annadanam Timings, Donation & Prasadam Guide (2026 Update)
Every day, tens of thousands of pilgrims at Tirumala are served free meals under the TTD Annadanam scheme — a tradition rooted in the belief that feeding the hungry is one of the highest forms of seva. This guide covers everything you need: exact timings, where to eat, how to donate online, and the tax and darshan benefits donors receive.
Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme name | Sri Venkateswara Anna Prasadam Trust (Nithya Annadanam) |
| Daily pilgrims served | 60,000+ (2,00,000+ on festival days) |
| Minimum donation for receipt | ₹1,000 |
| Tax benefit | 80G income tax exemption |
| Main center | Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba Annaprasadam Complex, Tirumala |
What Is Annadanam? Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba Nithya Annadanam Timings
Annadanam literally means “the donation of food.” In Hindu tradition, it is considered equal to Mahadanam — one of the greatest gifts a person can give. Unlike wealth, land, or gold, food is something every person needs without exception, which is why scriptures describe feeding the hungry as equivalent to performing a Yagna. At Tirumala, this belief takes shape as a massive, continuously running kitchen operation funded almost entirely by donor contributions.
TTD Annadanam Timings at Tirumala
Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba Anna Prasadam Center
| Meal | Timings |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | 5:00 AM – 6:30 AM |
| Lunch | 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Dinner | Until 10:30 PM |
General Annadanam Counters (Tiffin, Lunch, Dinner)
| Meal | Timing | Food Served |
|---|---|---|
| Tiffin | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Upma / Pongal / Vermicelli Upma with Chutney |
| Lunch | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM | Chakkara Pongal, Curry, Chutney, Rice, Sambar, Rasam, Buttermilk |
| Dinner | 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM | Same as lunch menu |
The Annaprasadam complex is a short walk from the main temple, and meals are served on banana leaves. The kitchen runs largely on solar power, and volunteers (TTD Sevaks) help manage the crowds during peak seasons like Vaikunta Ekadasi and Rathasapthami.
How Much Food Is Served Daily?
To put the scale in perspective:
- 10,000 litres of milk distributed daily across Sarvadarsanam, Special Entry, and Kalyana Katha complexes
- 10–12 tons of rice used daily at Tirumala, plus 1.75 tons at Tirupati and Alipiri
- 7–8.5 tons of vegetables, largely sourced from local farmer donations, used across all Tirumala canteens
Where Can You Get Annaprasadam? (Location-wise Pilgrim Count)
| Location | Counter | Weekday Pilgrims | Weekend Pilgrims |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tirumala | Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba Complex | 65,000 | 75,000+ |
| Tirumala | Vaikuntam Q Complex (I & II) | 45,000 | 50,000 |
| Tirumala | Outside Q Lines (peak rush) | – | 25,000 |
| Tirumala | PAC-II Annaprasadam | 10,000 | 13,000 |
| Tirumala | Rambagicha Bus Stand | 10,000 | 13,000 |
| Tirumala | Central Reception Office | 10,000 | 13,000 |
| Tirumala | Pilgrim Amenities Complex-I | 10,000 | 13,000 |
| Tirumala | HVC | 7,000 | 10,000 |
| Tirumala | ANC | 7,000 | 10,000 |
| Tirumala | Galigopuram (Footpath) | 5,000 | 7,000 |
| Tirupati | Srinivasam Complex | 5,000 | 8,000 |
| Tirupati | Vishnu Nivasam Complex | 5,000 | 6,000 |
| Tirupati | Govt. & TTD Hospitals | 5,000 | 6,000 |
| Tirupati | II NC & III NC | 3,000 | 4,000 |
How to Donate to TTD Annadanam
You can contribute to the Sri Venkateswara Annadanam Trust by cheque or demand draft, payable to:
Executive Officer, Sri Venkateswara Annadanam Trust, TTD Address: Deputy Executive Officer, Sri Venkateswara Annadanam Trust, TTD AD Building, Tirupati – 517501
Donations can also be made online through the official TTD donations portal.
Donation Amount Options
| Contribution | Covers |
|---|---|
| ₹6,00,000 | One full day’s breakfast for all pilgrims |
| ₹10,00,000 | One full day’s lunch |
| ₹10,00,000 | One full day’s dinner |
| ₹26,00,000 | Entire day’s Annadanam expenditure |
Any amount below ₹1,000 is credited directly to the SriVari Hundi without a donor receipt being issued.
Tax Benefits and Donor Privileges
Minimum ₹1,000: Eligible for an official receipt and 80G income tax exemption.
₹1 Lakh – ₹5 Lakh: Free one-day accommodation through the ARP counter for the donor plus 4 family members (once a year), Seegra Darshan for 5 members (once a year), 6 laddus, and a dupatta/blouse piece. Donor’s name is displayed in the Annadanam dining hall.
Above ₹5 Lakh: A special donor passbook is issued. The donor and 4 accompanying persons receive VIP Special Entry darshan. Registrations under a company name can carry validity of up to 20 years for two designated company representatives.
Required documents: Two recent passport-size photos, and personal details including date of birth and family member information. Company donors must also submit specimen signatures attested by a nationalized bank officer.
How to Generate Your Digital Donor Passbook
- Go to the TTD donations homepage
- Click “Generate Digital Passbook for Existing Donors”
- Enter your Donor ID and passbook number
- Click Generate Passbook and save/print the copy
This digital passbook can be used to book accommodation, Arjitha Seva slots, and VIP darshan.
Other Annadanam Centers Near Tirupati
Free food service isn’t limited to Tirumala. TTD also runs Annadanam at:
- Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Appalayagunta
- Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Srinivasa Mangapuram
- Sri Govindarajaswamy Temple, Tirupati
- Sri Kodandaramaswamy Temple, Tirupati
- Sri Kapileswaraswamy Temple, Tirupati
- Sri Kodandaramaswamy Temple, Vontimitta
- Sri Padmavati Ammavari Temple (nearly 2,000 pilgrims served daily)
Other TTD Charitable Trusts
Your donation to TTD can also support related causes managed under separate trusts:
- Sri Venkateswara Arogyavaraprasadini Scheme Trust
- Sri Balaji Institute of Surgery and Rehabilitation for the Disabled (BIRRDS)
- Sri Venkateswara Sarva Sreyas Trust
- Sri Venkateswara Pranadana Trust
- Sri Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust
- Sri Venkateswara Heritage Preservation Trust
- Sri Srinivasa Sankara Netralaya Trust
- Sri Venkateswara Vidyadana Trust
- Sri Venkateswara Veda Parirakshana Trust
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the TTD Annadanam timings at Tirumala?
Breakfast is 5:00–6:30 AM, lunch is 3:30–5:00 PM, and dinner runs until 10:30 PM at the Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba complex. Separate tiffin/lunch/dinner counters run 9:00 AM to 10:30 PM.
What is the minimum donation amount for TTD Annadanam?
₹1,000. Donations below this amount go to the SriVari Hundi without a donor receipt.
Is TTD Annadanam donation tax exempt?
Yes, donations of ₹1,000 or more qualify for exemption under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act.
Can I donate one full day’s Annadanam expenses?
Yes. The full day’s cost is around ₹26 lakh, split into breakfast (₹6 lakh), lunch (₹10 lakh), and dinner (₹10 lakh).
Is Annaprasadam free for all pilgrims?
Yes, it is completely free and available to every pilgrim regardless of donation status.
I am interested in donating some amount for Nithya Annadana Scheme. Can I do it in your Chennai TTD office?
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Sir I wish to donate one lakh donation to ttd Antananarivo scheme ,pl send account details of the scheme as well as privileges of the donation.
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I want to donate in cash what is procedure please tell me
Wish to give donation. Whether Darshan will be allowed for other 4 registered members or any four members along with the main door?
Whether Darshan will be allowed for 4 registered members or any other four members alongwith the main donor ?
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online donations are not going. can i give cheque alongwith application at your ttd receptionm centre at vijayawada..
Is it possible to make donations online through net banking? Please give bank account details for donations net banking.
I saw a video message on WhatsApp telling that if a devotee pays 9999, he will be given 7 darshans and 7 days accomodation in a year. Is it true or fraud? Because deceing devotees on the name of lord Venkateshwara may blame TTD.