Have A Safe Journey!
Rs. 300 Special Entry Darshan tickets for Tirumala sell out within minutes of release, so knowing the release date is the key to getting one. Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) releases these tickets online only, on its official booking portal, about three months ahead of the darshan month. This page explains the usual release pattern, the expected dates for the coming months and how to book on release day.
How the release schedule works
- Tickets for a darshan month are released about three months in advance.
- The release usually happens around the 24th of the month, at 10:00 AM.
- TTD announces the exact date and time a few days before each release through its official channels.
- Rooms, Srivani trust tickets, senior citizen and other special quotas are released on separate dates around the same time.
Expected release dates
| Darshan month | Quota release (expected) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| December 2026 | 24 September 2026, 10 AM | Released; reported sold out |
| January 2027 | Around late October 2026 | Awaiting TTD notice |
| February 2027 | Around late November 2026 | Awaiting TTD notice |
| March 2027 | Around late December 2026 | Awaiting TTD notice |
These dates follow the usual pattern and are not official. Always confirm with TTD's announcement before release day.
How to book on release day
- Open the official TTD online booking portal (ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in) a few minutes before 10 AM.
- Log in with your mobile number and the OTP sent to it. Registering in advance saves time.
- Choose Special Entry Darshan. You may be placed in a virtual queue for some minutes during heavy traffic.
- Pick a date on the calendar. Green means available, yellow means filling fast, red means sold out, and blue means not yet released.
- Select a time slot and the number of pilgrims. Up to six people can usually be booked at once.
- Enter each pilgrim's name, age, gender and photo ID number, usually Aadhaar.
- Pay online by UPI, card or net banking, then download and print the ticket.
Tips to improve your chances
- Keep all pilgrims' Aadhaar numbers ready in a note to copy quickly.
- Use a fast, stable internet connection and one device per booking.
- Have a second and third date in mind in case your first choice fills.
- Weekdays outside festival and holiday seasons are easier to get.
- Do not use unofficial sites that claim to sell TTD tickets. Book only on the TTD portal or through a trusted tour operator.
If you miss the quota
- Free darshan: Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD) tokens are given free at counters in Tirupati on a first-come basis, and pilgrims can also join the free queue at Tirumala.
- Srivani trust darshan: A donation-based darshan with a separate quota.
- Tour packages: GoldBox Holidays offers Tirupati-Tirumala tour packages that bundle travel, a room to freshen up and darshan, subject to ticket availability.
Popular options include the Tirupati darshan package from Hyderabad, the Hyderabad train package with Kanipakam and Sri Kalahasti, the package from Bangalore and the package from Chennai by bus.
For all ways to get a darshan ticket, including offline tokens, read how to book Tirumala darshan tickets online and offline.
Frequently asked questions
When are TTD Rs. 300 darshan tickets released?
Usually about three months ahead, around the 24th of the month at 10 AM. TTD confirms each date in advance.
When will January 2027 tickets be released?
If the usual pattern holds, around late October 2026. Watch for TTD's official notice.
Can I cancel or transfer a Rs. 300 ticket?
No. These tickets are generally non-transferable and non-refundable.
Can I buy Rs. 300 tickets at Tirupati?
No. Special Entry Darshan tickets are sold online only. At Tirupati you can get free SSD tokens instead.
