Shashtiabdapoorthi (60th Year)
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.
A family crosses this threshold once. This is how it is crossed 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 Shashtiabdapoorthi (60th Year) booked, and what does it cost?
On House of Purohit, a verified Purohit performs Shashtiabdapoorthi (60th Year) at your home in Bengaluru, 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 and family tradition (Smartha, Madhwa, Sri Vaishnava, Tamil Iyer). Families unsure whether this is the right ceremony can talk to a Pandit free before booking.
Why families observe Shashtiabdapoorthi (60th Year)
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 Ayushya / milestone-age shanti
Traditionally performed with 2–5 priests. An auspicious date and time (muhurta) is fixed before booking.
Also known as Shashtyabdapoorthi, Sashtiapthapoorthi, Sashti Poorthi, Ugraratha Shanti, Shashti Poorthi Shanti, 60th wedding-vow renewal.