in, the Sansthan’s portal. Its notice sets the two governing facts: quota for paid darshan, aarti, pooja and accommodation releases about 60 days in advance, and aarti bookings allow a maximum of 4 persons per booking**. Free darshan remains walk-in through the day.
One correction to circulating information: the trust calls its paid option “Paid Darshan” — “Sugam Darshan” is Kashi Vishwanath’s term and does not belong here. Checked 02 October 2026.
The booking facts
| Item | Detail | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Portal | online.sai.org.in (“Official Booking Portal”) | Official |
| Quota release | ~60 days ahead (paid darshan, aarti, pooja, accommodation) | Official (notice) |
| Aarti cap | Max 4 persons per booking | Official (notice) |
| Paid darshan price | ₹200/person | Reported (TOI) |
| Aarti passes | Kakad ₹600; other aartis ₹400 | Reported (TOI) |
| Trust accommodation | From ₹20 (dorm) to ₹900 (AC room)/day | Verified — official |
| Free darshan | Walk-in, daily | Official programme |
The practical sequence
- Fix dates 60+ days out — quota release is the whole game, especially for Thursdays and the three festivals.
- Book aartis first (4-person cap — split larger groups), then paid darshan, then trust accommodation (its own guide has the rates).
- Carry the ID booked with; free darshan is the fallback if quotas lapse.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book Shirdi darshan?
online.sai.org.in; quota ~60 days ahead, 4 persons max per aarti booking.
What is the paid darshan price?
₹200 reported (TOI) — confirm on the portal at checkout; the trust’s own pages don’t display it in text we could retrieve.
