What is Masikam (Monthly Shraddham)?
Masikam is the monthly shraddham performed for a departed family member on the tithi of their passing, every month in the first year after death — leading up to the Abdikam (first annual shraddham). Stuti Mandir’s pandits perform it at home with the correct tithi worked out each month.
In the first year after death, the departed soul is believed to travel towards the realm of the ancestors (pitru loka), and the monthly offerings support it on that journey. The masikams are performed on the tithi of death in each lunar month.
Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) in Lucknow
The masikam follows your family’s custom.
Pandits follow North Indian Vedic practice, chanting in Sanskrit and explaining in Hindi, with muhurat from the Hindu panchang.
Well-known temples in and around Lucknow
- Chandrika Devi Temple
- Mankameshwar Temple
- Hanuman Setu Mandir
Areas we cover in and around Lucknow
- Gomti Nagar
- Aliganj
- Indira Nagar
- Hazratganj
- Jankipuram
- Alambagh
How Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) is performed
A typical Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) with a Stuti Mandir pandit follows these steps; your pandit adapts them to your family’s tradition.
- 1Sankalpa with the name and gotra of the departed
- 2Tarpanam with black sesame and water
- 3Pinda pradanam as per the family’s custom
- 4Brahmana bhojanam or swayampakam
- 5Dakshina and prayers for the departed
Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) samagri list
- Black sesame seeds
- Darbha grass
- Rice, ghee and honey for pindas
- Swayampakam (raw rice, dal, vegetables)
- Banana leaves
Your pandit confirms the exact list after booking, so your family can arrange everything before the pooja.
Benefits and best time for Masikam (Monthly Shraddham)
Benefits
- Fulfils the family’s duty to the departed in the first year
- Peace for the departed soul (sadgati)
- Blessings of the ancestors for the family
- The correct tithi each month, without the family having to work it out
When to perform
- Every lunar month on the tithi of passing, during the first year
- The pandit gives the date of each masikam from the panchang
- Late morning (kutapa kaal), the time prescribed for shraddha
Why book Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) in Lucknow with Stuti Mandir
Verified pandits
Every pandit’s profile is reviewed and approved by Stuti Mandir before they can take bookings. See their languages and experience before you choose.
Price shown upfront
Dakshina, fees and taxes are itemised before you pay, so there is no haggling on the day.
Live pandit tracking
Follow your pandit on a live map from the moment they start their journey, just like a delivery app.
OTP-verified pooja
You confirm the pandit’s arrival and the pooja’s completion with one-time codes.
Your language, your tradition
Choose a pandit who speaks Hindi and follows your family’s customs.
Samagri made easy
Your pandit shares the full samagri list after booking, so your family has everything ready.
Talk to a pandit about Masikam (Monthly Shraddham)
Not sure of the date or what to prepare? A verified pandit calls you in Hindi to fix the muhurat and plan the masikam (monthly shraddham) — from ₹301.
How to book Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) in Lucknow
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Choose Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) and a verified pandit — compare their languages, experience and price.
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Pick a date and time slot, enter your address in Lucknow and add any muhurtham preference.
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Pay securely online (UPI, cards or net banking) — the full bill is shown before you pay.
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On the day, track your pandit live, confirm their arrival with an OTP, and share the completion code once the pooja is done.
Questions devotees ask us
How much does Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) cost in Lucknow?
With Stuti Mandir, Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) in Lucknow starts from ₹2,350 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. The final amount depends on the pandit you choose and express booking; the family keeps the samagri ready from the pandit's list, and the full bill is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Hindi-speaking pandit for Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) in Lucknow?
Yes. Pandits follow North Indian Vedic practice, chanting in Sanskrit and explaining in Hindi, with muhurat from the Hindu panchang. Each pandit’s languages are shown on their profile, so you can pick one who matches your family’s tradition.
Which areas of Lucknow do you cover?
Pandits come to homes and offices across Lucknow and nearby areas, including Gomti Nagar, Aliganj, Indira Nagar, Hazratganj, Jankipuram and Alambagh. Availability for your date and area is confirmed when you choose a slot.
How long does Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) take?
About 1.5 to 2 hours, performed by 1 pandit. Plan a little extra time for setting up the mandapam and for prasadam.
What samagri is needed for Masikam (Monthly Shraddham)?
The main items are black sesame seeds, darbha grass, rice, ghee and honey for pindas, swayampakam (raw rice, dal, vegetables) and banana leaves. Your pandit shares the full list after booking, in time for your family to arrange it.
How many masikams are performed?
Traditionally twelve in the first year, plus the oonamasikam and the special masikams some communities observe; the pandit follows your family’s tradition.
How is the date of each masikam found?
From the tithi of death in each lunar month. The pandit works it out from the panchang and tells you the dates in advance.
Who performs the masikam?
Usually the son or the one who performed the last rites; the pandit guides every step.
How do I book Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) in Lucknow?
Open the Masikam (Monthly Shraddham) booking page, choose a verified pandit, pick a date and time, add your Lucknow address and pay online. You can track the pandit live on the day.