One of the most sacred pilgrimages in Hinduism is the Amarnath Yatra, an annual trek to a high Himalayan cave, where a naturally occurring ice shivling (lingam) is venerated as Lord Shiva. During the summer season, thousands of pilgrims travel over the mountains of Jammu and Kashmir every year. If you are also planning to visit this sacred pilgrimage site then this article is useful for you because we included almost all the practical information you will require. So, let’s move forward and check it out:
When is Amarnath Yatra 2026 : Complete Schedule
The Amarnath Yatra 2026 will begin from July 3 and end on August 28. This Yatra will continue for 57 days. These dates are taken from Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB). The yatra usually concludes on Raksha Bandhan, when the sacred mace, Chhari Mubarak, arrives at the cave. Check out the below mentioned schedule:
| Amarnath Yatra Details | Date |
| Starting Date | July 3, 2026 |
| Ending Date | August 28, 2026 |
| Registration Fee | 150 per Pilgrim |
| Cave Shrine Elevation | 3,888 m (12,756 ft) |
| Two Routes | Baltal (14 KM) and Jammu & Kashmir (46 – 48 KM) |
| Nearest Airport | Srinagar International Airport – 62 km to Baltal and 90 km to Pahalgam |
| Nearest Railway Station | Jammu Tawi (254–315 km) Udhampur & Banihal are closer |
| Exact Duration | 2–3 days (Baltal) to 4–5 days (Pahalgam) |
| Age Limit | 13 to 70 years; (6 weeks pregnant women are not allowed) |
Amarnath Yatra 2026: How to register?
1. Open google and visit the official SASB portal at jksasb.nic.in or you can also download the SASB mobile app.2. Create an account on that site and fill all the details mentioned in the registration form.3. You should also upload a valid photo ID (Aadhaar), a passport-size photograph, and your compulsory health certificate (CHC).4. Select your route (Baltal or Pahalgam) along with your travelling dates. 5. After completing all the details, now you need to pay the 150 fee online and download your Yatra Card.
What is Compulsory Health Certificate (CHC)
The CHC for 2026 must be granted on or after April 8, 2026, include the applicant’s photo, and be signed by a licensed physician. State-by-state lists of approved physicians and facilities are posted on the SASB’s website.
Amarnath Helicopter Booking 2026: Details
Devotees, who do not want a long trek, they can opt for helicopter services as they fly between the base camps and Panchtarni that reduces the time of a long trek. The last six kilometers to the cave from Panchtarni are still reached by foot, horseback, or palki; no helicopter touches down at the cave.
| Place | Time to reach | Fare |
| Baltal – Panchtarni | 8 to 10 minutes | Rs. 3250/- |
| Pahalgam – Panchtarni | 20 minutes | Rs. 4900/- |
