Sugam Darshan E-Pass Ayodhya 2026 — Free Online Booking Guide

What is Sugam Darshan?

After the Pran Pratishtha in January 2024, daily footfall at Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir runs into lakhs on peak days. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust introduced Sugam Darshan — a free, slot-based entry system that assigns devotees a time window and routes them through a separate, faster-moving queue.

Sugam Darshan is not a paid VIP ticket. Search engines and travel agents often use the words "VIP pass" because the Sugam queue is shorter than the general line — but the trust has repeatedly clarified that there is no official paid premium darshan. Anything sold for money outside the official portal is a scam.

What Sugam Darshan gives you:

• A pre-assigned 2-hour entry window
• A dedicated gate with shorter queues
• Organised crowd flow inside the complex
• Same darshan of Ram Lalla as general entry — no special sanctum access

What it does not give you:

• Skip security screening (everyone goes through metal detectors)
• Carry phones inside (still prohibited)
• Guaranteed darshan on Ram Navami (Sugam passes may be suspended on the main festival day)

Step-by-step booking on the official portal

1. Visit the official website

Go to online.srjbtkshetra.org or srjbtkshetra.org. Bookmark this URL — do not use links from WhatsApp forwards or third-party "VIP booking" sites.

2. Login with mobile OTP

Enter your mobile number. You receive a one-time password via SMS. No account password is needed.

3. Select "Free Sugam Darshan"

The portal menu includes options like Donation, Free Aarti, Free Sugam Darshan, and Transaction History. Choose Free Sugam Darshan.

4. Pick date and time slot

• Select the number of devotees (maximum 8 per booking)
• Choose your preferred date — slots appear roughly 15 days ahead
• Pick an available time slot (morning slots fill fastest)

Pro tip: Log in at midnight when new dates open. Weekday 7:00–9:00 AM slots are the easiest to get. Saturday and Sunday slots vanish within minutes.

5. Enter pilgrim details and upload ID

For each devotee, enter name exactly as on ID and upload:

• Indian citizens: Aadhaar card (front)
• Foreign nationals: Passport

The name on the e-pass must match the physical ID you carry to the temple.

6. Confirm and download the e-pass

After confirmation, download the PDF or take a screenshot of the QR code. Print a copy — phone screens may not work at the gate since phones cannot enter the complex.

At the temple — what to expect

1. Arrive 15–30 minutes before your slot — not hours early (you may be turned away if too early) and not late (missed slots are not always reissued).
2. Go to the Sugam Darshan gate — separate from the general queue; ask security or follow signage near the main complex entrance.
3. Show printed e-pass + original ID — Aadhaar or passport for every adult on the booking.
4. Deposit prohibited items at the free locker — phones, cameras, bags, belts with large metal buckles.
5. Clear security — arch detector and manual check, same as general entry.
6. Join the Sugam queue — moves faster but still expect 30–90 minutes on weekdays, longer on weekends.

For a full walkthrough of dress code, locker rules, and what happens inside the garbhagriha, read our step-by-step darshan guide.

Sugam Darshan vs general darshan

General darshan remains open to all — you do not need any pass. Sugam is optional but strongly recommended if you can get a slot.

Free Aarti passes (separate from Sugam)

The same portal also offers Free Aarti passes for Mangala Aarti (~4:00 AM), Shringar Aarti (~6:00 AM), and Shayan Aarti (~10:00 PM). These are different from Sugam Darshan — they grant entry during aarti rituals, not a general darshan slot.

Aarti passes are extremely limited and fill within seconds of release. If your goal is darshan of Ram Lalla in the sanctum, book Sugam Darshan. If your goal is witnessing aarti, book the aarti pass separately.

See our aarti timings page for the full daily schedule.

Fraud warnings — read before you pay anyone

These are common scams targeting Ayodhya pilgrims:

• "VIP darshan tickets for ₹500–5,000" — The trust does not sell these. Report to local police.
• Third-party websites mimicking the official portal — Only srjbtkshetra.org and online.srjbtkshetra.org are official.
• Agents near the temple promising "guaranteed entry" — No one can bypass security or crowd management.
• Tour packages advertising "VIP temple access" — Packages may include hotels and transport, but temple entry is still via free Sugam or general queue.

When in doubt, book yourself on the official portal. It takes 5–10 minutes.

Booking tips by season

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel or change my Sugam slot?
The portal allows cancellation per its current rules — check the Transaction History section. Rebooking depends on slot availability.

Do children need a separate pass?
Children below 10 years typically do not need a separate e-pass but must accompany an adult with a valid booking.

Can I book for someone else?
Yes, but each pilgrim's ID must match the name on the pass. You cannot use your Aadhaar for another adult.

What if I miss my slot?
There is no guarantee of entry outside your window. Arrive on time; if you miss it, join the general queue or try to book a new slot online.

Is Sugam Darshan available every day?
Yes, except on certain festival days when the system may be suspended or modified. Check the portal for announcements before travel.

Plan the rest of your Ayodhya trip

Once your Sugam pass is confirmed:

• Book hotels near Ram Mandir — 1–2 km radius fills fast on weekends
• 2-day itinerary — Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan, Ram Ki Paidi
• How to reach Ayodhya — trains, flights, road from Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow
• Dress code and rules — what to wear and what to leave at the hotel

Last updated: 1 July 2026.