
Shani Dev Puja Vidhi
Saturday worship of Lord Shani pacifies Shani dosha, Sade Sati, Dhaiyya, and Shani Mahadasha effects. Shani Dev is the son of Surya and the god of justice — rewarding as per karma. Shanishchari Amavasya and Shani Jayanti are especially auspicious.
Every Saturday, Shanishchari Amavasya, Shani Jayanti
Saturday evening
Puja Samagri (Items Required)
- Shani Dev idol or photo
- Mustard oil
- Black sesame seeds
- Black urad dal
- Iron ring / iron bowl
- Black flowers
- Blue Sapphire (if possible)
- Mustard oil lamp, incense
Puja Procedure — Steps
Snan & Black/Blue Attire
Bathe and wear black or dark blue clothes.
Shani Dev Pujan (Worship)
Offer mustard oil on Shani Dev idol. Offer black sesame, black urad, black flowers. Chant "Om Sham Shanaishcharaya Namah" 108 times.
Shani Stotra / Chalisa Paath
Recite Shani Chalisa or Shani Stotram. The Dashratha-krita Shani Stotram is extremely effective.
Lamp & Daan (Charity)
Light a mustard oil lamp under a Peepal tree. Donate black urad, mustard oil, iron items, black blanket to the poor.
Main Mantra
Om Sham Shanaishcharaya Namah ।
Benefits of this Puja
Regular Shani Dev puja reduces the hardships of Sade Sati, Dhaiyya, and Shani Mahadasha. Brings victory in legal matters, career growth, debt freedom, and poverty removal. When pleased, Shani is the greatest benefactor.
Important Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Shani Dev Puja Vidhi performed and what is the muhurat?
Every Saturday, Shanishchari Amavasya, Shani Jayanti — Saturday evening
What samagri (items) are needed for Shani Dev Puja Vidhi?
Shani Dev idol or photo, Mustard oil, Black sesame seeds, Black urad dal, Iron ring / iron bowl, Black flowers, Blue Sapphire (if possible), Mustard oil lamp, incense
Which mantra is chanted during Shani Dev Puja Vidhi?
Om Sham Shanaishcharaya Namah ।
What are the benefits of Shani Dev Puja Vidhi?
Regular Shani Dev puja reduces the hardships of Sade Sati, Dhaiyya, and Shani Mahadasha. Brings victory in legal matters, career growth, debt freedom, and poverty removal. When pleased, Shani is the greatest benefactor.