US Hindu Priest Fees Revealed: Simple Home Pujas Cost $350

Hindu Rituals in the US: How Much Do Pandit Ji Charge?

In the United States, thousands of Indian families continue to follow Hindu traditions, but have you ever wondered how much these rituals cost? A viral video shared by content creator Sarika Yadav reveals the typical charges that Pandit ji take for conducting pujas in America.

The video, posted on Instagram by Sarika Yadav, explains the usual charges for different Hindu ceremonies performed in homes and temples across the United States. It quickly went viral, with viewers reacting and sharing a mix of surprise, agreement, and curiosity. According to Sarika, even basic ceremonies in the United States come at a noticeable cost due to demand and arrangements involved.

For a simple Satyanarayan Bhagwan puja at home, where only the family is present and no friends or others are invited, Pandit ji charge around . This is approximately Rs 25,000. On top of this, there is a separate temple fee of around . If you provide the puja materials yourself, that is fine, otherwise you can give money to Pandit ji and they arrange everything themselves.