Shani Jayanti 2026: Complete Puja Guide & Samagri List for Faridabad Devotees

Shani Jayanti — the birth anniversary of Lord Shani Dev — is one of the most significant days in the Hindu calendar. In 2026, it falls on 16 May (Saturday). On this day, a correct and complete puja can bring relief from Shani dosha and seek the blessings of the most powerful of the Navagrahas. "Shani dev ki puja me sahi samagri ka hona bahut zaruri hai" — and this guide ensures you have everything ready.

What is Shani Jayanti?

Shani Jayanti marks the birth of Lord Shani — the god of karma, discipline, and justice in Hindu tradition. He is the son of Surya Dev (the Sun) and Chhaya. Shani Dev is the ruler of the planet Saturn and one of the most powerful among the Navagrahas (nine planetary deities).

Devotees worship Shani Dev on this day to seek protection from Shani Sade Sati, Shani Dhaiya, and other astrological difficulties. A sincere puja performed with the correct samagri is believed to bring stability, good fortune, and relief from hardships.

Why This Day Must Not Be Taken Lightly

"Is din galat ya incomplete puja avoid karna chahiye." Shani Jayanti is astrologically charged — the planetary alignment amplifies both the benefits of correct worship and the consequences of incomplete rituals. Every item in the samagri list has a specific purpose, and missing even one is considered inauspicious.

This is not a day to improvise. Having all your samagri ready the night before — or better, delivered fresh to your door by 7:30 AM — ensures your puja begins on the right note.

Complete Shani Dev Puja Samagri List

How to Perform Shani Dev Puja — Step by Step

1. 1

   Clean and prepare your puja space

   Wash the puja spot with gangajal or clean water before sunrise. Place a clean black cloth on the altar.

2. 2

   Place the Shani idol or image

   Shani Dev's idol is traditionally black or made of iron. Place it facing south-west.

3. 3

   Light the diya

   Light a clay diya with mustard oil or ghee. Keep it burning throughout the puja.

4. 4

   Offer kala til

   Take black sesame in your right hand and offer it to Shani Dev while chanting 'Om Sham Shanaishcharaya Namah'.

5. 5

   Offer blue flowers and roli-chawal

   Place dark or blue flowers at the feet of the idol. Apply roli tilak and offer chawal.

6. 6

   Light incense and offer mustard oil

   Wave the agarbatti in a clockwise circle. Anoint the idol or shivling with a few drops of sarson ka tel.

7. 7

   Recite Shani Chalisa or Shani Stotra

   Read or listen to the Shani Chalisa. Even a simple 'Om Sham Shanaishcharaya Namah' recited 108 times is effective.

8. 8

   Complete with aarti

   Perform aarti and distribute prasad — traditionally kala til and sesame ladoo.

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Delivery in Faridabad • Before 7:30 AM • 16 May 2026

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