This temple in India received over INR 900 crore in donations: Discover 5 other richest temples in India

Tirumala Tirupati Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh is a prominent spiritual centre in South India. These days, the temple is making headlines for receiving over INR 900 crore donations in the last 11 months, as per PTI. The temple has recently been getting a lot of attention for this reason across the nation.

As per PTI reports, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) received a whooping INR 918 crore in donations from November 2024 to October 2025. Some INR 579.38 crore was received from online donations and INR 339.20 crore came through offline channels. This huge donation shows the temple's status as one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in India.
"Of the total donations received, ₹579.38 crore came through online and ₹339.20 crore through offline channels," Naidu told PTI.
What adds to the wealth of the temple is the practice offering hair, which is a ritual believed to signify humility and surrender. These hair offerings are later auctioned, which augment the temple's revenue. In addition, the 'Laddu Prasadam,' bhog also adds to the temple finances. There are also gold deposits, FDs, and real estate holdings of the temple trust.

Back in 20200, the TTD released an official white paper mentioning that the temple trust holds 10.3 tonnes of gold deposits and fixed deposits exceeding INR 5,300 crore in nationalised banks. Official statements further reveal that TTD also maintains cash deposits amounting to nearly INR 15,938 crore, underscoring its status as one of the wealthiest temple administrations in India. (www.tirumala.org)

On this note, let’s have a look at India’s top 5 rich temples:

Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is celebrated as India’s wealthiest temple. The 2011 discovery of secret vaults astounded the world, revealing an extraordinary collection of gold, precious ornaments, jewels, and antique jewellery, including coins weighing over 500 kg. One enigmatic vault, known as Vault B, remains unopened, and the extent of its treasures is still unknown.

As per reports, Guruvayur Devaswom in Kerala holds bank deposits worth crores, acres of land, and gold, silver, and gemstone reserves. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this temple reflects immense spiritual and material value. Lakhs of devotees visit the temple every year, making it a prime hub of spirituality and cultural heritage in the country.

Vaishno Devi Temple is another rich temple in India. Set atop the Trikuta Mountains, the temple is dedicated to the form of Shakti. It is also among the most visited pilgrimage centers in India attracting lakhs of devotees annually. The number of pilgrims simply goes up during festivals like Navaratri. As per records, the annual income of the temple is estimated at crores from donations. (www.maavaishnodevi.org)

The Golden Temple (aka Harmandir Sahib) is another temple which holds immense wealth. The holy shrine in Amritsar, Punjab is renowned for its 'Langar' (community kitchen), serving free meals to thousands on a daily basis. The temple's annual income is estimated to be around INR 500 crore from donations and offerings.

One of the most revered temples in India, Shirdi Sai Baba in Maharashtra, needs no introduction. It is also among the most visited richest temples in India by donations and offerings. The temple attracts lakhs of visitors annually, contributing to its massive wealth. The Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust, which manages the temple, reports annual donations in crores. (sai.org.in/en/reports)