Book Shashtyabdhi (Shashtipoorthi 60th Birthday)
Shashtyabdhi, or Shashtipoorthi, celebrates the completion of sixty years of life, when the lunar and solar calendars return to the birth alignment. Modelled on a re-affirmation of the marriage, the couple perform Ganapati puja, Navagraha shanti, an Ayushya homa and re-tying of the mangalsutra, giving thanks for a long life and praying for continued health.
At a glance
| Price | From ₹19,600, excluding applicable GST | Duration | Full day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pandits | 2–3 | Location | At your home or agreed venue |
| Samagri | Standard listed ritual kit included | Before payment | Final total, GST, travel and host-provided items confirmed in writing |
When is Shashtyabdhi (Shashtipoorthi 60th Birthday) performed?
Performed at the completion of the 60th year, on an auspicious muhurat close to the person’s birth star.
An astrology consultation can help your family review traditional timing considerations and discuss which ceremony, if any, fits your circumstances. It is guidance, not a guarantee, and you decide whether to book. Discuss timing & traditions →
What’s included
Havan kundam, Ayushya homa samagri, new mangalsutra, kalash, garlands and the full ceremony kit. Your written checklist separates the standard items supplied for the ritual from flowers, fruit, food, seating or other items the host may need to keep ready.
* A note on pricing: the displayed amount is a starting price excluding applicable GST. The final written quote may change with the ceremony scope, festival demand, pandit count, language, tradition, muhurat, city, travel and samagri requirements. We confirm the total and inclusions before taking payment. See our full terms →
Available in listed cities & for families abroad
We list Shashtyabdhi (Shashtipoorthi 60th Birthday) in the cities below, subject to pandit availability for your date. For families abroad, remote participation in an e-puja may be possible; live video, recording and any eligible prasad delivery are confirmed for each booking and destination.
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How booking works
- Tell us your puja, city, date and language on WhatsApp.
- We share the muhurat, assigned pandit and a written quote showing GST and inclusions.
- Pay just 25% to confirm — the balance is due only after the ceremony.
- The pandit arrives with the confirmed standard samagri and performs the agreed vidhi.
Share your city, preferred date, language and tradition. We confirm the assigned pandit, scope and written total before payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is included in the price?
The starting price of ₹19,600 covers the pandit’s dakshina and all listed samagri, plus travel within city limits.
Can I book in my language and tradition?
Tell us your preferred language and tradition. We seek a suitable pandit; before payment, confirm the assigned person’s language, relevant ritual experience, agreed vidhi and any checks actually completed.
Is this the same as Sathabhishekam?
No — Shashtyabdhi marks the 60th year, while Sathabhishekam marks the 80th (1000 full moons). We can arrange either.
Does the wife take part in the ceremony?
Yes, Shashtipoorthi is performed by the couple together, including the re-tying of the mangalsutra and joint sankalp.