According to a statement from TTD, devotees without online tickets will not be granted darshan on these specific days.
The special darshan will take place from December 30, 2025, to January 8, 2026, with stricter access controls during the initial three days due to anticipated high visitor numbers.
Online ticket and token rules for darshan entry
TTD has specified that devotees receiving e-DIP tokens must arrive only on the designated date and time mentioned in their allotment. Entry will be strictly regulated at the Tirumala darshan points, and any requests for changes in time slots or walk-in entries during restricted days will not be accepted.
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Those without online tokens are encouraged to schedule their visit between January 2 and January 8, when Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan will be accessible via the Sarva Darshan queue, subject to crowd conditions.
TTD will provide regular crowd updates through the Public Relations Department, SVBC, and official social media channels.
SSD tokens suspended
The distribution of SSD tokens at the Bhudevi Complex in Tirupati will be suspended from December 28 to January 7, considering the expected influx of pilgrims during this period. TTD requests devotees to take note of this adjustment and cooperate with the arrangements in place.
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Preparations at Tirumala
TTD Additional Executive Officer Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary stated that the temple administration has implemented extensive logistical and security measures to manage the anticipated rush during the darshan period.
These measures include queue regulation, entry segregation, security deployment, and crowd monitoring within temple premises and nearby facilities.
What devotees should keep in mind
Entry from December 30 to January 1 is permitted only with valid e-DIP tokens.
No SSD tokens will be issued from December 28 to January 7.
Sarva Darshan access will resume starting January 2.
Entry will be allowed strictly according to the allotted time slots.
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TTD has encouraged pilgrims to adhere to the announced schedule and refrain from unplanned visits to Tirumala during peak days to minimize congestion and ensure a smooth darshan experience for all devotees.
(Edited by : Sudarsanan Mani)
First Published: Dec 29, 2025 2:09 PM IST
