Question 1

Where can I find a Hindu priest near me?

Accepted Answer

Yajmano connects you with verified Hindu priests (Maharaj, Pandit, Brahman, Pujari) in your city. We serve families across the US, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE, and 20+ countries. Search by location at yajmano.com to find priests near you.

Question 2

How much does it cost to book a pandit for Griha Pravesh?

Accepted Answer

Griha Pravesh ceremony costs vary by location and priest. In the UK, prices typically range from £150–£350. In the US, $200–$500. All prices are shown upfront on each Maharaj profile with no hidden fees. A 30% deposit secures your booking.

Question 3

Can I book a Hindu priest online for a virtual puja?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many Maharaj on Yajmano offer virtual puja ceremonies via video call. You can filter for virtual ceremonies on the search page. The priest guides you through the ritual remotely while you have the required materials at home.

Question 4

How do I find a Tamil Brahmin priest in the UK?

Accepted Answer

On Yajmano, you can filter search results by tradition (Shaiva, Vaishnava, Smarta) and language (Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Gujarati, Bengali, and more). This lets you find a priest who matches your specific regional and linguistic tradition.

Question 5

What ceremonies can Yajmano help me book?

Accepted Answer

Yajmano supports 17 ceremony types including Griha Pravesh (house warming), Vivah (wedding), Satyanarayan Katha, Namkaran (naming ceremony), Mundan (first haircut), Upanayana (sacred thread), Rudrabhishek, Navratri Puja, Diwali Puja, Vastu Puja, Shradh, Antyesti (last rites), and more.

Question 6

Is there a service agreement when I book a priest?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every booking on Yajmano includes a digitally signed service agreement listing all ceremonies, the date, location, and agreed total cost. Both you and the Maharaj sign before the booking is confirmed, giving both parties complete clarity and protection.

Question 7

What is the difference between Griha Pravesh and Vastu Shanti?

Accepted Answer

Vastu Shanti is performed to balance the energy of a property and is usually done before or during construction, or before moving in. Griha Pravesh is the house-warming ritual performed when a family enters their new home for the first time. Many families choose to perform both on the same day, with Vastu Shanti first followed by Griha Pravesh.

Question 8

Can I book a priest for my parents in India from the UK?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Yajmano's "Book for India" feature (available in select cities) allows diaspora families to book a Maharaj for a ceremony at an India address. You pay from abroad and the priest performs the ceremony at your family's home in India.

Question 9

How are priests verified on Yajmano?

Accepted Answer

Every Maharaj on Yajmano goes through a manual credential verification process. They submit proof of their religious training, lineage, and identification. Our team reviews each application before granting a Verified badge, which appears on their profile.

Question 10

What happens if a priest cancels my booking?

Accepted Answer

If a Maharaj cancels or does not respond within 24 hours of your booking request, you receive a full refund of your deposit automatically. No action required on your part.

Question 11

Can I book multiple ceremonies with the same priest?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Yajmano supports multi-ceremony bookings. You can book Griha Pravesh, Satyanarayan Katha, and Vastu Shanti together with the same Maharaj in one booking session with one service agreement and one deposit.

Question 12

Is there a Hindu priest available in New Jersey?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Yajmano has verified Maharaj serving the Hindu communities across New Jersey, including Edison, Iselin, Parsippany, Princeton, and surrounding areas. New Jersey is one of our primary launch markets.

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