Quick answer: Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 in Jaipur is on Monday, 14 September 2026, and is temple-centred: the Moti Dungri Ganesh Temple draws a huge mela with lakhs of devotees, and the Garh Ganesh Temple in the Nahargarh hills is a major darshan. Hartalika Teej falls the day before, on 13 September.

Jaipur’s Ganesh Chaturthi is temple-centred rather than mandal-centred. The Moti Dungri Ganesh Temple hosts one of Rajasthan’s largest Ganesh melas, and the hilltop Garh Ganesh Temple is a cherished darshan. Hartalika Teej, widely observed in Rajasthan, falls the day before.

  • Ganesh Chaturthi 2026Monday, 14 September 2026
  • Hartalika TeejSunday, 13 September 2026
  • Anchor templeMoti Dungri Ganesh Mandir
  • Hill templeGarh Ganesh Temple (Nahargarh)

Moti Dungri Ganesh Temple mela

The Moti Dungri Ganesh Mandir draws an enormous Ganesh Chaturthi mela, with lakhs of devotees queuing for darshan through the day and night. Expect long queues and managed gate routes; plan an early-morning or late-night arrival, arrange parking or a shuttle in advance, and take special care when visiting with children or elderly family members. Confirm the 2026 darshan timings and any administration advisory before you go.

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Garh Ganesh Temple

The Garh Ganesh Temple, set in the Nahargarh hills above the city, is reached by a flight of stairs and rewards visitors with panoramic views and a serene sunrise darshan. Allow time and reasonable fitness for the climb, and confirm timings before visiting.

Old-city temples and neighbourhood mandapams

Ganesh temples around Chandpole and Johari Bazaar and the Birla Mandir area add to the festival, while utsav samitis run neighbourhood mandapams across Malviya Nagar, Vaishali Nagar, Mansarovar and Jagatpura.

Visarjan in Jaipur 2026

Immersion takes place at designated municipal sites and artificial kunds, with conditions at water bodies such as Jal Mahal and Man Sagar managed by the authorities. Note that Jaipur is served by two municipal corporations — Nagar Nigam Heritage and Nagar Nigam Greater — so the applicable civic authority depends on your locality. Follow the designated sites and timings announced for 2026.

Setting up a mandapam in Jaipur

Setting up a public mandapam needs a stack of permissions: municipal permission for the temporary structure, a police NOC (and traffic-police route approval for a procession), a fire-services NOC for larger pandals, a temporary electricity connection from the DISCOM, and compliance with the state pollution-control board’s idol-material and immersion conditions. Fees, forms, portals and deadlines change year to year and can be modified by High Court orders close to the festival, so always confirm the current requirements on the issuing authority’s official website before applying — and never proceed without the required permissions.

Hartalika Teej and eco idols

Hartalika Teej on 13 September is a major Rajasthan observance for married and unmarried women, worshipping Shiva and Parvati. For Ganesh Chaturthi, choose eco-friendly clay idols and follow the Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board conditions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 in Jaipur?

It is on Monday, 14 September 2026. Hartalika Teej, widely observed in Rajasthan, falls the day before, on Sunday 13 September 2026.

What is the Moti Dungri Ganesh mela?

It is one of Rajasthan’s largest Ganesh Chaturthi melas, held at the Moti Dungri Ganesh Mandir, drawing lakhs of devotees for darshan through the day and night. Confirm 2026 timings and advisories before visiting.

How do I reach the Garh Ganesh Temple?

The Garh Ganesh Temple in the Nahargarh hills is reached by a flight of stairs, offering panoramic views and a serene sunrise darshan. Allow time and reasonable fitness for the climb.

Where are idols immersed in Jaipur?

At designated municipal sites and artificial kunds, with conditions at water bodies like Jal Mahal and Man Sagar managed by the authorities. Follow the 2026 designated sites and timings.

Which municipal corporation covers my locality?

Jaipur has two — Nagar Nigam Heritage and Nagar Nigam Greater — so the applicable civic authority for permissions depends on your locality. Confirm with the corporation covering your area.

What permissions are needed for a mandapam in Jaipur?

Nagar Nigam permission (Heritage or Greater), a Jaipur Police NOC, a fire NOC for larger pandals, a JVVNL temporary connection and RSPCB compliance. Confirm current requirements officially and never proceed without them.

What is Hartalika Teej?

Hartalika Teej is a vrat observed on 13 September 2026 by women worshipping Shiva and Parvati for marital well-being, widely observed across Rajasthan just before Ganesh Chaturthi.

Are PoP idols allowed in Jaipur?

Pollution-control rules restrict Plaster of Paris and toxic paints in favour of natural clay. Choose eco-friendly clay idols and follow the current CPCB and Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board conditions.