Ram Mandir Darshan Guide

Yes, completely free for all devotees. The trust charges nothing for entry. The only fast-track is the free Sugam Darshan e-pass on online.srjbtkshetra.org. There is no paid VIP darshan; any demand for money for darshan itself is a scam.

No. There is no paid VIP or VVIP darshan on the official system, despite what some operator blogs claim. The trust offers only free Sugam Darshan and free aarti passes. Treat any paid VIP ticket offer as fraudulent.

Free. Sugam Darshan is a free, slot-based fast-track booked on the official portal. Any site calling it a paid ticket is wrong. The trust does not charge for Sugam Darshan or for aarti passes.

Follow one rule: darshan is free, so never pay anyone for the darshan itself. Book only on online.srjbtkshetra.org. A genuine operator charges for transport, a guide and planning, never for entry. Treat guaranteed VIP darshan offers as fraud.

No agent can sell official VIP darshan, because it does not exist. Some bundle the free Sugam Darshan with a guide and transport, which is legitimate, but the darshan itself stays free. If the pitch is paid fast-track entry, walk away.

Yes, on the official portal online.srjbtkshetra.org. It uses mobile-OTP login and issues a QR e-pass. The risk is not the official site but the many copycat pages and agents; use only the official URL and never pay for the free darshan.

online.srjbtkshetra.org, the portal of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. It is the only authorised site for Sugam Darshan and aarti passes. Avoid third-party booking pages.

No. There are no official VIP tickets to sell. Anyone charging for VIP or guaranteed darshan is running a scam. Report it if you can, and book your free Sugam Darshan only on the official portal.

On online.srjbtkshetra.org choose Free Sugam Darshan, log in with your mobile and OTP, enter devotee details for up to 8 people, pick a slot, and download the QR e-pass. Carry the matching original ID and book the morning slot early.

Passes typically release about 15 days ahead and fill within minutes for mornings and weekends. For festivals, aim for around 30 days ahead and book the instant the slot opens.

Up to 8 people per pass, tied to one mobile number. For larger groups, book across multiple mobile numbers, each with its own devotees and IDs.

You enter devotee details and an ID number, and the system may ask you to upload a photograph. Carry the original ID matching the booking, as it can be checked at entry. Requirements vary, so follow the on-screen instructions.

Yes, on booking you download a QR-code e-pass. Save it on your phone and keep a printed backup. You present it at entry along with your matching ID.

No, login uses your mobile number and an OTP, so you need a working phone to receive the code. Book with a number you will have with you, since attendance reminders may come to it.

You can still do general darshan without a pass by joining the free queue, which runs longer in peak season. Otherwise, check the portal for released or cancelled slots, which are reallocated, and try for a less busy day or time.

Yes. Walk-in general darshan is free and needs no booking, though queues can run one to three hours in peak season. The free Sugam Darshan pass simply shortens that wait.

There are help desks near the entry, but online booking on the official portal is the reliable way to secure a slot, especially on weekends and festivals. Book before you travel rather than relying on same-day availability.

On the same official portal, choose Free Aarti, select the aarti and date, log in with mobile and OTP, enter details, and download the pass. Aarti passes are free, separate from darshan, very limited, and best booked the moment they release.

Yes, aarti passes are free, like Sugam Darshan. They are issued only by the trust through the official portal. Anyone charging for an aarti pass is not genuine.

The main aartis are Mangala (around 4:00 to 4:30 AM), Shringar (around 6:30 AM), Bhog or Madhyahna (midday), Sandhya (dusk) and Shayan (around 10:00 PM). Times shift seasonally, so verify before booking.

Mangala Aarti at dawn and Sandhya Aarti at dusk draw the largest crowds and the fastest-vanishing passes. Book either the instant it releases, and report 30 to 45 minutes early.

Report 30 to 45 minutes before the aarti for security screening, longer on busy days. Deposit phones and leather at the lockers first, which adds time.

Yes, many pilgrims do both, booking the aarti pass and a Sugam Darshan slot separately. Plan the timings so you are not rushing between the two, and account for the midday bhog closure.

Generally 7:00 to 11:30 AM and 2:00 to 7:00 PM, with a bhog closure around 12:00 to 2:00 PM. Evenings sometimes extend later, and timings change during festivals, so confirm on the official portal before you travel.

The sanctum closes roughly 12:00 to 2:00 PM for the deity's bhog and rest. This is the most common trap for day-trippers, so arrive by 10:00 AM or after 2:00 PM.

The morning slot, roughly 7:00 to 10:00 AM. It is cooler, calmer and less crowded than the evening. Book it first; it is also the slot that fills fastest.

About 60 to 75 minutes including security screening. Without a pass, general darshan can take one to three hours depending on the crowd, and far longer on festival days.

Yes. During Ram Navami, Deepotsav and other festivals, timings shift, crowds swell, and Sugam Darshan passes are often suspended on the biggest days. Always check the official portal close to your date.

An early-morning weekday slot outside festival periods, ideally mid-week in the cooler months. Avoid weekends, Mondays around the wider temple circuit, and the run-up to major festivals.

No. Mobile phones, cameras, other electronics and leather items are not allowed inside. Deposit them in the free lockers at entry and carry only your ID and pass.

Yes, free lockers and cloakrooms at the entry hold your phone, leather items and bags. Collect your token carefully and keep valuables minimal so security is quick.

The original government ID that matches your e-pass: Aadhaar for Indians, passport for foreigners. ID can be checked at entry, and requirements change, so verify on the official portal before travelling.

No rigid rule, but dress modestly: cover shoulders and knees. Traditional Indian attire is ideal; in Western clothes, carry a shawl or stole. Conservative dress is expected at the sanctum.

Your original ID, your e-pass, slip-on footwear, water and minimal essentials. Leave phones, cameras, large bags and leather for the lockers. Less to deposit means faster security.

No, photography and video inside the sanctum are prohibited. Cameras and phones are not carried inside in any case, since they must be deposited at the lockers.

Yes, you remove footwear before the temple, and shoe-deposit points are provided. Slip-on shoes make this quick, and keep your token safe to collect them afterward.

Carry only genuine essentials and follow security guidance on the day. For medicines, keep them minimal and be ready to show them at screening. Phones, leather and large bags must go to the lockers regardless.

You usually lose the fast-track and must join the general queue. Reach 30 to 45 minutes early. Some bookings also ask you to confirm attendance via a link, so check your messages to avoid auto-cancellation.

Yes, cancellation is allowed on the portal, and cancelled passes are reallocated to other devotees. If your plans change, cancel so the slot frees up for someone else.

Young children below a certain age generally do not need a separate pass, but the threshold varies and can change. Verify the current age rule on the official portal, and carry the child's ID if asked.

One pass covers up to 8 people on one mobile number. For a bigger group, book across multiple mobile numbers, each with its own devotees and IDs, ideally for the same slot. We handle this end to end for tour groups.

Yes, with planning. Book a Sugam Darshan pass to shorten the wait, request a wheelchair or battery e-cart near the temple, wear slip-on shoes, and avoid the midday heat.

Yes, wheelchairs and battery-operated e-carts are available for seniors and those with limited mobility near the temple. Combined with a Sugam Darshan pass, they make darshan manageable for elderly pilgrims.

Yes. Foreigners book the same free Sugam Darshan on the official portal and carry a passport, which can be required at entry. A valid Indian visa or e-Visa is needed to be in the country. The no-VIP, free-darshan rules apply equally.

Reach 30 to 45 minutes before your slot or aarti time to clear locker deposit and security, longer on busy days. Arriving late risks losing your fast-track to the general queue.

Yes. We secure your free Sugam Darshan and aarti slots the moment they release, time your arrival around the bhog closure, and arrange lockers, transfers and e-carts, at no charge for the darshan itself. Message me, Rajeev, on WhatsApp at +91 7302265809.

It helps most for first-timers, seniors and festival visits, where e-passes, timings, lockers and transfers add up. A good operator handles all of it so you focus on the darshan, and never charges for the free entry. See our Ayodhya packages.

Yes. Varanasi is about 200 km away, four to five hours by road, often with Prayagraj's Sangam in between. The Kashi to Ayodhya circuit is the classic pairing, and we run it end to end so you never handle the logistics. See our Varanasi to Ayodhya tours.

No. Darshan is free for everyone, Indian or foreign. Foreigners book the same free Sugam Darshan and carry a passport for ID. There is no special foreigner ticket and no VIP fee.

The QR e-pass on your phone is usually sufficient, but keep a printed backup in case of low battery or no signal at the entry. Either way, carry the original ID matching the booking.

No. Donations to the trust are voluntary and separate from darshan, which is free. You never need to donate to get darshan. Make any donation only through the official portal, not to an agent.

Try again at off-peak hours, as the portal is busiest when slots release. Keep the confirmation SMS and a screenshot of your pass as backup, and reach early so help desks at the temple can assist if needed.