Navratri Puja Samagri: Complete Shopping List 2026
Navratri puja samagri is the set of items needed to install the kalash, worship Goddess Durga, offer bhog and aarti, and close the festival with havan. The basics are a kalash, coconut, mango leaves, jau, red chunri, roli, akshat, red flowers, ghee, a diya, incense, camphor, fruits and prasad. This Navratri puja samagri list 2026 puts everything in one place, so one trip to the market is enough.
Sharad Navratri 2026 began on Sunday, 11 October, and ends with Dussehra on Tuesday, 20 October. Durga Ashtami falls on 18 October and Maha Navami on 19 October, as per the Delhi Panchang. If you are still preparing, the daily puja items, kanya pujan items and havan items are all ahead of you. For the full ghatasthapana vidhi, read our Navratri kalash sthapana guide.
What Is Navratri Puja Samagri?
Puja samagri means the materials used to worship a deity. The Navratri puja items name list is long, but it falls into a few simple groups. During Sharad Navratri it covers the kalash setup, daily worship of the nine forms of Goddess Durga, bhog, aarti, kanya pujan and the closing havan. Lists differ slightly by region and family tradition, so treat this as a reliable base and add whatever your kul parampara asks for.
Navratri Puja Samagri List 2026
Use this Durga puja samagri list as your shopping checklist. It is arranged in the order you will use the items.
Kalash Sthapana Items
The kalash is the seat of the Goddess for nine days. These are the items it needs.
| Item | Use |
|---|---|
| Kalash (copper, brass or clay) | Holds water and represents the Goddess |
| Clean water with a little Ganga jal | Filled into the kalash |
| Mango leaves (5 or 7) | Placed around the mouth of the kalash |
| Whole coconut with husk | Placed on top, wrapped in red cloth or chunri |
| Jau (barley), clay pot and clean soil | Sown on day one; the shoots are watched through the nine days |
| Supari, a coin and akshat | Dropped into the kalash |
| Mauli (kalawa) | Tied around the neck of the kalash |
| Red cloth and a wooden chowki | Seat for the kalash and the idol |
Maa Durga Puja Samagri List for Daily Worship
Keep a framed picture or idol of Maa Durga on a clean chowki. You will also need roli, kumkum, chandan, akshat, Ganga jal and a red chunri. Red hibiscus flowers and garlands are considered especially dear to the Goddess. Many devotees also offer shringar items such as sindoor, bindi, bangles and a small mirror. To understand why tilak is applied, read the spiritual meaning of tilak and kumkum.
Keep a copy of the Durga Chalisa or the Durga Saptashati nearby for daily recital.
Lamp, Incense and Aarti Items
- Pure ghee and cotton wicks for the diya
- A brass or clay diya, and a larger one if you keep an akhand jyot
- Dhoop, agarbatti and camphor
- A small bell, aarti thali and matchbox
A ghee lamp is lit at the start of every puja. Here is why we light a diya and what it stands for.
Bhog and Prasad
Fresh fruit such as banana, apple and pomegranate is the simplest offering. Kheer, halwa, makhana, sabudana and dry fruits are also common. Households keeping the vrat use sendha namak and avoid grains, so check our Navratri fasting food list before you shop.
Havan and Kanya Pujan Items for Ashtami and Navami
Many families perform havan and kanya pujan on Ashtami or Navami. For havan, keep these ready:
- Havan kund and dry mango wood
- Ready havan samagri mix, or jau, black sesame, sugar and guggul
- Ghee, camphor and dry coconut (gola)
If you are new to the ritual, our guide to the havan sacred fire ritual explains the steps.
For kanya pujan, the classic offering is halwa, puri and black chana. Keep a red chunri, bangles, bindi and a small gift for each of the nine girls, along with one boy who represents Batuk Bhairav. Also keep clean water and a towel for washing their feet.
Navratri Puja Samagri Vidhi at Home
The Navratri puja samagri vidhi at home is simple. Once the kalash is installed, the daily puja takes 20 to 30 minutes. Here is how the items above are used in order:
- Clean the puja space and spread the red cloth on the chowki.
- Invoke Lord Ganesha first, then place and worship the kalash and the Goddess.
- Light the ghee diya and incense.
- Offer roli, akshat, chunri and red flowers to Maa Durga.
- Recite the Durga Chalisa, Saptashati or your family mantra.
- Perform aarti, offer bhog, and share the prasad with the family.
For the basic structure of any home worship, see our guide on how to do daily puja at home.
Navratri Puja Samagri List PDF
Want a copy for the market or the puja room? Download the printable Navratri Puja Samagri List PDF, with a tick box beside every item, and share it with your family.
Does Each Day Need Different Samagri?
No. The core samagri stays the same for all nine days. What changes is the goddess worshipped each day, the colour many devotees wear, and the bhog offered.
Different Day! Different Bhog
The offerings below are commonly followed, though customs vary by region. For the colour of each day, see Navratri colours and the nine Devi names.
| Day | Goddess | Commonly offered bhog |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shailputri | Pure ghee |
| 2 | Brahmacharini | Sugar or sweets made with sugar |
| 3 | Chandraghanta | Milk or kheer |
| 4 | Kushmanda | Malpua |
| 5 | Skandamata | Banana |
| 6 | Katyayani | Honey |
| 7 | Kalaratri | Jaggery |
| 8 | Mahagauri | Coconut |
| 9 | Siddhidatri | Sesame seeds |
Smart Shopping Tips
- Buy flowers, mango leaves and fruit a day before they are needed, so they stay fresh.
- Check that the coconut is whole and the kalash has no cracks.
- Buy ghee and wicks for all nine days at once.
- Arrange the items on a clean tray in your home puja room before you begin.
A short, sincere offering matters more than a long list. If you would like a pandit ji to perform the puja or havan for you, you can book one through DevMarg.
Conclusion
A good Navratri puja does not need a long list, only clean, simple items offered with devotion. Use the lists above to shop once and then focus on the worship itself. When the nine nights end, read about Dussehra and Vijayadashami to close the festival the traditional way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is needed for Navratri puja at home?
The main Navratri puja items name list is: kalash, coconut, mango leaves, jau, red chunri, roli, akshat, flowers, ghee, a diya, incense, camphor, fruits and prasad. These are enough for puja at home. Add havan items and kanya pujan items for Ashtami and Navami.
Where can I download the Navratri puja samagri list PDF?
You can download the printable Navratri Puja Samagri List PDF directly from the DevMarg blog. Save it to your device or print it to use as a checklist while shopping for puja items.
Which flower is offered to Maa Durga?
Red hibiscus is considered most dear to Maa Durga. Red roses and marigold garlands are also commonly offered.
Is jau sowing compulsory?
Jau sowing is widely followed, but not every household does it. Follow your family custom or ask your family pandit.
Can I use a steel kalash?
Most traditions prefer copper, brass or clay. If you only have steel, check with your family pandit.
What is the bhog for Ashtami and Navami?
Halwa, puri and black chana is the traditional prasad, and it is also served to the girls during kanya pujan.
When is the right time for Ashtami puja?
Durga Ashtami falls on 18 October 2026. Tithi timings differ by city, so check your local timing on the DevMarg muhurat page before you begin.
