Naga Pratishtha
The consecration and installation of a carved naga stone or metal image, traditionally undertaken for family welfare and continuity of the lineage.
Performed the way your family’s tradition sets it out, with every step explained as it happens.
The sequence differs by region and by family tradition — yours will be confirmed before the day. We describe what families usually observe; we never promise outcomes.
How is Naga Pratishtha booked, and what does it cost?
On House of Purohit, a verified Purohit performs Naga Pratishtha at your home in Bengaluru starting from ₹21,000, and the ceremony takes about 4h. Every price is shown before payment, the samagri (ritual items) list is provided in advance, and the Purohit is matched to your language, your city and the time you choose. Families unsure whether this is the right ceremony can talk to a Pandit free before booking.
Also known as Nagaprathishte, Naga Prathishtapana, Naga Kallu Pratishtha, Naga Pratishthe, Nagara Pratishtha, Naga Prathishta.
Why families observe Naga Pratishtha
The consecration and installation of a carved naga stone or metal image, traditionally undertaken for family welfare and continuity of the lineage.
- Deity
- Naga Devata
- When it's performed
- On a muhurta selected for the purpose.
- Performed by
- Purohits specializing in Pratishtha / consecration
An auspicious date and time (muhurta) is fixed before booking.
- What is Naga Pratishtha?
- The consecration and installation of a carved naga stone or metal image, traditionally undertaken for family welfare and continuity of the lineage.
- When is Naga Pratishtha performed?
- On a muhurta selected for the purpose.
- Can Naga Pratishtha be done in a flat?
- Yes — most ceremonies we arrange are in apartments. Tell us if the space is small, or if there are smoke alarms; where a fire ritual is part of it, your Purohit plans for the room you have.
- What if the muhurat falls in Rahu kalam?
- When you choose a date, each time window shows its muhurat and whether it overlaps Rahu kalam. Families usually avoid it where the day allows; if it cannot be avoided, your Purohit will say what your tradition does.
- Who takes part in Naga Pratishtha?
- A verified Purohit conducts it; the person or couple the ceremony is for sits for the sankalpa, and family may join. Nothing else is needed from you but the name said aloud at the start — and a gotra, if your family knows it.
- How long does Naga Pratishtha take?
- About 4h, though this can vary with your family's tradition.
- Can House of Purohit provide the Purohit?
- Yes — a verified Purohit performs Naga Pratishtha at your home, with pricing shown before you book.
- Is Naga Pratishtha available in Bengaluru?
- Yes, in Bengaluru, from ₹21,000.
Reschedule free, with at least 3 full days’ notice