Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday)
Sashtiapthapoorthi is a ceremony that is celebrated very grandly to mark the 60th birthday of a person also famous as a Silver wedding anniversary. This age is of great importance since, by this age, one has fulfilled his commitment towards home, family, society hence he can turn his mind towards Spiritual progress. It is celebrated after the 60th year and the entering of the 61st year. This ceremony is performed by doing different homa like Ayusha Homa, Mrityunjaya Homa, Navagraha Homa, so that the couple has a happy and healthy life ahead. When to Perform Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday Pooja)? The Sashtiapthapoorthi has to be done on the Nakshatra birthday when the 60th year gets completed and when one enters the 61st year. Benefits of Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday Pooja) : By performing the homa, the couple gains Lord’s blessings for longevity and leads a spiritual life. This is celebrated to mark the journey of the couple who have seen the rise of their younger generation members or ‘Vamsha’. Sashtiapthapoorthi ceremony marks the successful married life the husband has shared with his wife going through all ups and downs in his life and the young generation can have them as role models for leading a happy life. Book Purohit for Sashtiapthapoorthi 60th Birthday Pooja. Purohit will bring all the Pooja Samagri(items). All the Purohits are well experienced and studied from Vedic Patashala. Note: To view the Cost of Sashtiapthapoorthi, kindly click on the “View Pricing And Packages” button.
A samskara marks a threshold in one life, and is done once for each person. This is how it is done with intention rather than in a hurry.
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 Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday) booked, and what does it cost?
On House of Purohit, a verified Purohit performs Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday) at your home in Bengaluru starting from ₹13,500, and the ceremony takes about 5h. 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 text us on WhatsApp before booking.
Also known as Shashtyabdapoorthi, Sashtiapthapoorthi, Sashti Poorthi, Ugraratha Shanti, Shashti Poorthi Shanti, 60th wedding-vow renewal, Shashtipoorthi, Sashtiabdapurthi, 60th Birthday Pooja, Sixtieth Birthday Ceremony.
Why families observe Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday)
Marks the completion of sixty years, when the birth constellation returns to its natal position. Traditionally observed with prayers for continued health and wellbeing, and in many families with a renewal of the marriage vows.
- Deity
- Ayur Devata, Markandeya, Navagraha
- When it's performed
- In the 61st year, on a muhurta computed from the birth details.
- Suitable for
- A couple, with family and community present
- Performed by
- Purohits specializing in Samskara
Traditionally performed with 2–5 priests. An auspicious date and time (muhurta) is fixed before booking.
- What is Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday)?
- Marks the completion of sixty years, when the birth constellation returns to its natal position. Traditionally observed with prayers for continued health and wellbeing, and in many families with a renewal of the marriage vows.
- When is Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday) performed?
- In the 61st year, on a muhurta computed from the birth details.
- Can Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday) 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 Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday)?
- 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 Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday) take?
- About 5h, though this can vary with your family's tradition.
- Can House of Purohit provide the Purohit?
- Yes — a verified Purohit performs Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday) at your home, with pricing shown before you book.
- Is Sashtiapthapoorthi (60th Birthday) available in Bengaluru?
- Yes, in Bengaluru, from ₹13,500.
Reschedule free, with at least 3 full days’ notice