Lakshmi Puja 2026 falls on Sunday, 8 November, with the evening Pradosh Kaal the most widely followed time for the puja. Exact muhurat timings vary by city, so check your local panchang. To make sure nothing is missing on the day, here is a complete Lakshmi Puja samagri list you can save or print.
Lakshmi Puja samagri checklist
For the puja setup
- Idol or picture of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha
- Wooden chowki (low stool) and a red or yellow cloth
- Kalash or lota filled with water, with mango leaves and a coconut
- Puja thali (brass, copper or steel) or an aarti thali set
- Small bell
For the rituals
- Roli or kumkum, haldi (turmeric) and akshat (unbroken rice), kept in a kumkum box
- Kalawa or mauli (sacred red thread)
- Paan leaves, supari (betel nut) and a few coins
- Flowers and garlands, especially lotus and marigold
- Incense sticks, dhoop and camphor (kapoor)
- Ghee or oil, cotton wicks and diyas
For the offering (bhog)
- Kheel and batashe
- Sweets such as laddoo or kheer
- Fresh fruits and dry fruits
For lighting and decoration
- Diyas for the puja and the doorway, for example our handcrafted clay deepak thali
- A toran or bandhanwar for the main door
- Shubh Labh and swastik stickers and a rangoli kit for the entrance
Want everything in one box?
Our Laxmi Pujan Samagri Kit brings 30 puja items together, so you only need to add flowers, sweets and fruit. Pair it with a brass or copper puja thali bought on Dhanteras (Friday, 6 November) for a complete setup.
Get your samagri in time
Orders are processed in 1–3 business days and usually reach metro cities in 3–5 business days and other cities in 5–8. We recommend ordering by 25 October 2026. See the full Diwali & Dhanteras collection.
Frequently asked questions
When is Lakshmi Puja in 2026?
Lakshmi Puja is on Sunday, 8 November 2026. It is usually performed in the evening during Pradosh Kaal; check your local panchang for the exact muhurat in your city.
What are the essential items for Lakshmi Puja?
The essentials are an idol or picture of Lakshmi and Ganesha, a kalash with water, mango leaves and coconut, a puja thali, roli, haldi and rice, flowers, incense, diyas with cotton wicks, and sweets such as kheel and batashe for the offering.
Which metal thali is best for Lakshmi Puja?
Brass and copper thalis are the most traditional choices for Lakshmi Puja. Steel thalis are also widely used and easy to maintain.
