The Shri Amarnathji shrine Board (SASB) has officially announced that the Amarnath Yatra 2025 will start on July 03 and finish on August 9, spanning a total of 39 days. This annual pilgrimage attracts lots of Mahadev devotees to the Amarnath falls in Jammu and Kashmir, where a Shiva Lingam (शिवलिंग) is formed naturally by ice once in a year.
What is the Amarnath Yatra?
The Amarnath Yatra is a significant Hindu pilgrimage that leads devotees to the Amarnath Cave, situated at an altitude of 3,888 metres within the Himalayas. Inside the cave resides a naturally formed ice Shiva Lingam, symbolising Lord Shiva. According to the legend, this is the site in which Lord Shiva revealed the secret of immortality to Goddess Parvati.
When and Where is it Happening?
- Start Date: 03 July, 2025
- End Date: 09 August, 2025
- Location: Amarnath, Jammu and Kashmir
Who can Join?
Devotees aged between 13 and 75 years are eligible to join the Yatra. Pregnant women past six months are cautioned against taking part due to the strenuous nature of the journey.
Why is it Important?
The Amarnath Yatra holds immense spiritual importance for Hindus. The ice Shiva Lingam is thought to wax and wane with the lunar cycle, reaching its peak at some point of the Yatra period. Pilgrims undertake this hard adventure to look for blessings and achieve spiritual merit.
How to Register?
Both online and offline registration services are available to register your seats for Amarnath Yatra.
Online Registration
- Visit the official website.
- Click on “Register Now”.
- Fill all the personal details and upload a valid ID proof and a Health Certificate.
- Select preferred travel date and route (Either from Pahalgam or from Baltal).
- Pay the Registration fee (approximately INR200 per person).
- Download and Keep a print of Yatra Permit with yourself during yatra.
Offline Registration
Available at designated bank branches such as Punjab National Bank and Jammu & Kashmir Bank. Applicants need to submit the registration form along with a current passport-sized image, a valid health certificate, and a government-issued photo ID proof.
Additional Documents Required:
- Compulsory Health Certificate (CHC): Certificate that must be issued through a licensed medical practitioner inside 15 days previous to registration.
- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Card: Mandatory for all pilgrims for tracking and protection purposes. Cards can be collected from designated centres in Jammu and Kashmir for the Yatra.
Routes for Travelling to Amarnath
Devotees can choose between these below given 2 routes to reach Amarnath:
- Pahalgam Route: Old route, approximately 46 kilometres, taking 3–5 days.
- Baltal Route: A shorter path, approximately 14 kilometres, can be completed in a single day.
Helicopter Service:
Helicopter services are accessible from:
- Baltal to Panjtarni
- Pahalgam to Panjtarni
Booking for the Helicopter rides can be made through the official website SASB or by other government authorised portals.
Travel Tips For Amarnath Yatra
- Physical fitness: Begin preparatory exercise before going on the Amarnath Yatra, like walking and other aerobic workouts.
- Insurance: Must opt for travel insurance that covers all types of medical emergencies.
- Packing essentials: Must carry warm clothing, rain equipment like an umbrella and raincoat, and personal medicines.
- Hydration: Drink lots of water to prevent dehydration at excessive altitudes.
- Beware of altitude sickness: Be aware of symptoms and seek immediate medical attention if needed.
For more information and updates, visit the official Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) website.
Prepare diligently and embark on this sacred adventure with devotion and care.
