About Masikam (Monthly Shraddham)
What is Masikam (Monthly Shraddham)?
Masikam is the monthly shraddham done on the death tithi in each of the twelve months of the first year after a death, so that the departed soul is nourished on its onward journey.
Along with the 16 shraddhams of the first year (shodasha masikam), the masikams are completed before the first annual ceremony (abdikam).
Benefits
- Peace and nourishment for the departed soul
- Fulfils the family’s duty in the first year
- Prevents pitru dosha
When to perform
- On the death tithi each month in the first year
How Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) is performed
- Sankalpam
- Ekoddishta shraddham (for one person)
- Pinda pradanam
- Tila tarpanam
- Dana and dakshina
Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) samagri list
- Black sesame seeds
- Darbha grass
- Rice, ghee and honey for pindas
- Swayampakam (raw rice, dal, vegetables)
- Banana leaves
Do’s and don’ts
✅ Do
❌ Avoid
- No celebrations at home in the first year, as tradition says
Frequently asked questions
How much does Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) cost?
Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) with a verified Stuti Mandir pandit starts from ₹2,100 as pandit dakshina, for about 1 to 1.5 hours. The price can be a little higher outside the metro cities, live video pujas cost less than a home visit, and the full bill is shown before you pay.
How many masikams are there?
Twelve monthly, plus extra ones in the first year — 16 in all (shodasha masikam). Your pandit gives you the dates.