Shraddha/Pitru Puja Samagri List 2026
Complete Shraddha/Pitru Puja checklist — 44 items · Estimated Cost: ₹2,710
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Main Items(11)
Flowers & Leaves(4)
Fruits, Sweets & Prasad(9)
Puja Equipment(11)
Special Items(9)
Estimated prices may vary by city and shop.
Importance of This Puja
Shraddha/Pitru Puja holds a special place in Indian tradition. Dedicated to ancestors, it is performed on the occasion of Pitru Paksha. It is believed to bring happiness, prosperity and positive energy into the home. According to the scriptures, a puja yields its full fruit only when all the samagri is pure and complete. The occasion falls on पितृ पक्ष. Families perform it together, fostering unity and faith in the household.
Puja Procedure in Brief
First clean the house and the puja area, and lay out an asana. Establish the kalash, bathe the idol or image of ancestors and offer vastra. Perform abhishek with gangajal, then offer chandan, roli, kumkum and akshat. For naivedya, offer fruits, sweets and काले तिल, जौ और ब्राह्मण भोजन. Light incense and dhoop, place ghee lamps, and perform the aarti. Finally, distribute prasad and give dakshina. For the complete vidhi, always follow your family tradition or the guidance of your local priest.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many items are needed for Shraddha/Pitru Puja?
Around 44 items are needed for Shraddha/Pitru Puja, including special items such as काले तिल, जौ और ब्राह्मण भोजन. Our checklist lists everything with quantities so you can buy everything in one trip.
What is the estimated cost of Shraddha/Pitru Puja samagri?
On average ₹800–₹2,500, depending on which durable items (kalash, thali, bell) you already own. The checklist shows an estimated price for each item so you can plan your total budget.
When is Shraddha/Pitru Puja performed?
It is traditionally observed on पितृ पक्ष. Check your local panchang for the exact date and shubh muhurat.
How many market trips does the shopping take?
With our checklist, just one! Tick items as you buy them, see what remains and which shop to buy from (puja shop, grocery or flower shop). You can also share the list with family on WhatsApp.
Is this Shraddha/Pitru Puja checklist free?
Yes, completely free. No login, no fees. Download, print or share the list on WhatsApp — your progress stays safely in your own browser.
What Not to Do
- Do not keep any samagri in an unclean place — clean everything before the puja.
- Do not offer stale or used fruits and sweets as prasad.
- Avoid last-minute shopping — essential items often sell out on festival days.
- Do not buy too few cotton wicks, camphor and ghee — running out mid-puja interrupts the ritual.
- Do not waste the coconut, fruits and prasad afterwards — share it with family or those in need.