Female Poojari (Devi Archana Specialist)
Job Alert: Female Poojari (Devi Archana Specialist)
Temple: Sri Sharadambal Shrine, Chennai Mutt (Adi Shankara Trust)
Location: Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Application Method: Email resume to `recruit@adishankartrust.org`
Application Deadline: 10 August 2025
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Role & Ritual Responsibilities
1. Daily Devi Worship:
– Perform morning/evening pujas for Sri Sharadambal (Saraswati) and Kamakshi Devi
– Conduct special Lalita Sahasranama archana on Fridays
2. Women’s Ritual Leadership:
– Lead Varalakshmi Vratam, Savitri Pooja, and puberty rites (Ritu Kala Samskara)
– Guide Devi Bhagavatam study circles
3. Festival Execution:
– Manage Navaratri celebrations (Day 1-9 rituals, Kumari Pooja)
– Coordinate Vasanta Panchami and Aadi Perukku ceremonies
4. Spiritual Counseling:
– Advise women devotees on menstrual cycle rituals and fertility vows
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Essential Requirements
| Category | Specifics |
|———-|———-|
| Spiritual Qualification | – Formal initiation in Shakta Tantra/Śrīvidyā tradition<br>- Menstruation ritual purity training (Ritu Kala Vidya) |
| Technical Skills | – Proficiency in 108/1000-name Devi archana<br>- Knowledge of Yantra Puja and Mantra Nyasa<br>- Ability to prepare raksha threads and kavacha |
| Language | – Fluent Tamil + Sanskrit (Devi Suktam, Durga Saptashati)<br>- English/Hindi for counseling |
| Experience | – 2+ years performing independent Devi puja<br>- Portfolio of conducted women’s rituals |
| Personal | – Strict adherence to sattvic lifestyle<br>- Unmarried/widowed (per temple agama rules)<br>- Age: 25-45 years |
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Salary & Benefits
– Monthly Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹35,000
– Accommodation: Free shared quarters in mutt complex
– Benefits:
– Daily prasad meals
– Silk saree allowance (₹6,000/year)
– Pilgrimage leave to Shakti Peethas
– Free advanced training in Śrīvidyā traditions
– Unique Perk:
– Lifetime access to Adi Shankara Trust’s manuscript library
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Why This Role Matters
> “Revive the ancient tradition of women archakas in Shankaracharya mutts! This rare position offers:
> – Scriptural Immersion: Perform rituals from rare Shakta texts
> – Community Impact: Empower women through Vedic rites
> – Lineage Connection: Train under Jeeyar Swamiji’s guidance”
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Application Process
1. Prepare:
– 5-min video performing:
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a) Simple Devi arati
b) Chanting of 5 names from Lalita Sahasranama
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– Recommendation letter from Guru/previous temple
2. Email: Send to `recruit@adishankartrust.org` with subject:
> “Female Archaka Application – [Your Name]”
3. Attach:
– Resume (include lineage details)
– Proof of Shakta training
– Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC reservations)
4. Selection:
– Stage 1: Mantra recitation test (video call)
– Stage 2: Practical puja demonstration in Chennai
– Final approval by Dharmic Council
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Temple Fast Facts
– Deity: Sri Sharadambal (Jnana Saraswati form)
– Tradition: Smarta-Shakta (Adi Shankara lineage)
– Unique Rituals:
– Navavarana Puja during Chitra Pournami
– Yoni Puja for fertility seekers (confidential)
– Congregation: 70% women devotees
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