The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) has introduced a virtual queue system to manage the high volume of devotees visiting the Sabarimala temple in Kerala. This system regulates access to the pilgrimage by limiting online reservations to 70,000 per day (May increase to 80,000 in future). Pilgrims can book their slots via the TDB website or app, receiving a QR code to scan at the temple entrance.
Steps to Register Sabarimala Temple Virtual Q Online Form
Those wishing to visit Sabarimala can follow the steps below to register and secure their spot:
Go to the TDB website or app and log in using your phone number and email address.
- Name
- Phone number
- Applicant Photo (Below 1mb)
- ID proof (Aadhar, Passport, Viter ID)
- From Address
- Trip Dates (Date of Entry & Date of Exit)
- Route
- No of pilgrims (Upto 5)
- Children below 5 years of age do not require Virtual-Q tickets.
Who need Virtual Q for Sabarimala Temple Visit?
Devotees who complete the Vratham or Deeksha and plan to visit Sabarimala need to book Virtual-Q tokens. Devotees with the Irumudi Kettu will be allowed to reach the temple after climbing the 18 steps (Padunettambadi), while those who have not observed the Deeksha will follow a different queue. All devotees must collect their Virtual-Q Coupons at the Pamba Ganapathy Temple before starting the trek to Sannidhanam. The Devaswom provides the option to book Virtual-Q tokens online through the website Sabarimalaonline.org. Bookings usually open 10 to 15 days before the temple opening date, depending on the Devaswom Board’s decision. Devotees should visit the website regularly to check for notifications about quota availability, as per the temple calendar.
How To Check Sabarimala Dharshan Virtual Q Availability?
- Visit official website sabarimalaonline.org
- Select Virtual – Q option in the menu
- Select date
- Select Route
- Pamba – Marakkoottam – 4 Kms
- Vandiperiyar – Sathram – Pulmedu – 16 Kms
- Erumely – Kalaketti Traditional Path – 46 Kms
- You can get available dates in Green Color and Sold out as Red Color
- For booking Sabarimala ticket you have to login with your registered mobile number is mandatory
Sabarimala Virtual Q booking Opening time
Now open for Mandala Darshan 2024-2025
Sabarimala Darshan Ticket Booking Official Website
sabarimalaonline.org
Sabarimala Virtual Q booking Process and Requirements
- Eligibility for Booking:
- Only registered users can book the Virtual-Q facility.
- Booking Details:
- Bookings can be made up to 1 day in advance, subject to availability.
- Group bookings allowed for up to 5 pilgrims, with at least one adult (18 years or above).
- Female or other gender pilgrims aged 10 to 50 years are not allowed for Darshan.
- ID Proof and Photo Requirements:
- Each pilgrim must provide valid ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or School/College ID for ages 5-18).
- Photo upload is mandatory for every pilgrim.
- Restrictions and Re-booking Conditions:
- A pilgrim can only have one active booking and must:
- Complete Darshan or cancel the current booking before making another.
- Wait for the expiry of the booking date if not availed.
- Verification and Entry:
- Original ID cards must be shown during verification.
- Carry either a printed or mobile copy of the Virtual-Q coupon.
- Additional Notes:
- The Travancore Devaswom Board does not guarantee Darshan.
- Keep track of bookings via the “Transaction History” in the user account.
- Active coupons are limited to 10 per account at a time.
These rules streamline the booking process while ensuring security, transparency, and equitable access for pilgrims. Let me know if you’d like help with simplifying these for a specific purpose or audience!
Sabarimala Temple Overview
Sree Sabarimala Temple is a sacred and beautiful shrine dedicated to Lord Ayyappan (Dharma Shasta). Located atop a hill at 4,000 feet above sea level within the Periyar Tiger Reserve in Kerala, this temple attracts millions of devotees from around the world. It is believed that Lord Ayyappan is the divine son of Lord Shiva and Mohini (an incarnation of Vishnu).
Sabarimala Temple Open Time
Opening Time 3am – 1pm & 3pm – 11pm
Sabarimala Pooja Timings
- Neyyabhishekam 3.30 am
- Ushapuja 7.30 am
- Uchapuja 12.30 pm
- Deeparadhana 6.30 pm
- Athazhapuja 9.30 pm
- Harivarasanam 11 pm
Digital Transformation of Sabarimala Temple
Due to the large number of devotees visiting, especially during major festivals, managing the crowd has always been a challenge. To address this, the Travancore Devaswom Board introduced a digital system to streamline temple services and improve the experience for pilgrims.
Devotees can now book:
- Darshan tickets (Virtual-Q) online.
- Prasadam through the official temple website.
The temple is open during important festivals and rituals such as:
- Mandalapooja
- Makaravilakku
- Vishu
Additionally, devotees can book tickets to perform special rituals during the 41 days of Vratham, including:
- Malayidal
- Mandala Vrutham
- Kettunirakkal
- Petta Thullal
- Traditional Path
- Ulsavam
This digital initiative ensures a smoother and more organized pilgrimage experience for all devotees.
How to Book a Room & Prasadam Online in Sabarimala?
- Online Booking:
- Visit sabarimalaonline.org
- Register/Login.
- Go to the “Accommodation” section and select a location (Sannidhanam, Pampa, Nilakkal).
- Choose dates, enter details, and pay online.
- Download the confirmation receipt.
- On-the-Spot Booking:
- Visit Devaswom Board counters at Pampa, Nilakkal, or Sannidhanam.
- Rooms are subject to availability.
Tip: Book early during peak seasons like Mandalapooja and Makaravilakku. Carry a valid photo ID for verification.
Sabarimala Online Booking App
The Forest Department, led by the Periyar Tiger Reserve West Division, has developed a mobile app called ‘Ayyan App’ to assist pilgrims during the Mandalakala-Makaravilakku season. The app provides services for routes including Pampa, Sannidhanam, Swami Ayyappan Road, Pampa-Neelimala-Sannidhanam, Erumeli-Azhutakadav-Pampa, and Satram-Upuppara-Sannidhanam.
Key features of the app include information on toilet locations, distance from each base to Sannidhanam, traditional forest routes, medical emergency units, accommodation, elephant patrol teams, police aid posts, eco shops, free drinking water points, and distance between different locations.
The app can be downloaded by scanning the QR code at the Kanana Path gates. It is available for installation on the Google Play Store and supports five languages: Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, and Hindi. The app works both online and offline.
You can book sabarimala Tickets, Room, Prasadam and everything in one website https://sabarimalaonline.org. There is no official mobile app for sabarimala online bookings.
Opening and closing of Nada and Pooja timings – Sabarimala Mandalakala-Makaravilakku Season
Here is the table format based on your provided schedule:
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 2:30 AM | Opening of Sanctum Sanctorum |
| 3:00 AM | Thirunada Opening, Nirmalayam |
| 3:05 AM | Abhishekam |
| 3:30 AM | Ganapati Homam |
| 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM & 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM | Neyyabhishekam |
| 7:30 AM | Usha Pooja |
| 12:25 PM | Kalasha Pooja followed by Kalabhabhishekam |
| 12:30 PM | Ucha Pooja |
| 1:00 PM | Closure of Nada |
| 3:00 PM | Nada Opening |
| 6:30 PM | Deeparadhana |
| 6:45 PM – 9:30 PM | Puspabhishekam |
| 9:30 PM | Athazha Pooja |
| 10:50 PM | Harivarasanam |
| 11:00 PM | Closing of Sanctum Sanctorum |
Pilgrims who have booked through Virtual-Q should note the following:
- If you need to cancel your visit to Sabarimala, please remember to cancel your online booking. This will allow another pilgrim to use your slot and help ensure smooth processing of future bookings.
- Throwing clothes or other belongings into the Holy River Pamba is not part of any ritual or tradition.
- For your blessing, please avoid including plastic items in your irumudikettu.
- Be sure to report to the Police verification counter on time.
- The temple does not charge for online or spot bookings. If anyone is illegally charging for bookings, please report it to the Police or Travancore Devaswom Vigilance.
