How to book Special entrance darshan at Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar, Mylapore, Chennai, TN
What it is
You can book Special entrance darshan at Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar online through the Tamil Nadu HR&CE temple portal.
How to book online
As listed on 2 October 2026: The current special entrance listing offers dates from 2 October to 19 December 2026. This is the observed calendar, not a stated recurring booking-release rule.
Use Tamil Nadu HR&CE temple portal.
- Open the special entrance booking form, select an available date and choose Open.
- Complete the location and contact fields, follow the Aadhaar authentication requirements, then submit and pay through the portal.
- Download the e-ticket PDF after successful payment; e-Ticket Verification can retrieve it.
Cost, cancellation and refund
As listed on 2 October 2026: ₹50 for Kapaleeswarar Sannathi Special Entrance.
Paid bookings are final, with no postponement, advancement, cancellation or refund. The temple may cancel darshan in special circumstances.
Timings, reporting time, ID and documents, dress code
Timings
The temple lists opening periods of 05:30–12:30 and 16:00–21:30 IST, with a closing interval of 21:15–21:30. It lists 24-hour opening only on Mahashivarathiri.
Reporting time
The official site does not list the reporting time.
ID and documents
Aadhaar KYC is required. Bring the printed online ticket receipt; all devotees on a group ticket must report together.
Dress code
The official site does not list the dress code.
Getting there
Chennai Central Train Station, 6 km. Chennai International Airport, 11 km.
FAQ
When does booking open for Special entrance darshan at Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar?
As listed on 2 October 2026: The current special entrance listing offers dates from 2 October to 19 December 2026. This is the observed calendar, not a stated recurring booking-release rule.
How much does Special entrance darshan at Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar cost?
As listed on 2 October 2026: ₹50 for Kapaleeswarar Sannathi Special Entrance.
What ID and documents do I need for Special entrance darshan at Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar?
Aadhaar KYC is required. Bring the printed online ticket receipt; all devotees on a group ticket must report together.
What is the cancellation and refund policy for Special entrance darshan at Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar?
Paid bookings are final, with no postponement, advancement, cancellation or refund. The temple may cancel darshan in special circumstances.
What are the dress code and reporting time for Special entrance darshan at Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar?
The official site does not list the dress code. The official site does not list the reporting time.
Source: Tamil Nadu HR&CE temple portal. Checked on 10 October 2026. Yasho is not affiliated with Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar; bookings are made directly on the temple's official site.