Chitragupta Aarti in Hindi & English with Meaning |Facts | Benefits | occasion and when to recite :

Introduction  

1.  Chitragupta Ji is the divine accountant of Yama Dev, entrusted with recording every human's karma.
2.  He maintains the record of deeds (paap-punya) of all souls and assists in final judgment after death.
3. Worshipping Chitragupta Ji through Aarti brings truthfulness, justice, and spiritual discipline in life.
4.  His Aarti is especially recited on Chitragupta Puja (the next day of Diwali) and during Yama Dvitiya.
5. Chanting the Aarti is believed to cleanse sins, bring wisdom, and strengthen moral values.

 ॥ Aarti Shri Chitragupt Ji Ki ॥ 

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare, Swami Jai Chitragupt Hare
Bhakt janon ke ichchhit, phal ko poorn kare

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

Vighn vinaashak mangal karta, santan sukhdaayi
Bhaktan ke pratipaalak, tribhuvan yash chhaayi

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

Roop chaturbhuj, shyaamal moorati, peetambar raajai
Maatu Iravati, Dakshina, vaam ang saajai

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

Kasht nivaaran, dusht sanhaaran, Prabhu antaryaami
Srishti sanhaaran, jan dukh haaran, prakat huye Swami

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

Kalam, dawaat, shankh, patrika, kar mein ati sohai
Vaijayanti vanmaala, tribhuvan man mohai

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

Simhaasan ka kaarya sambhaala, Brahma harshaaye
Taintis koti devta, charanan mein dhaaye

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

Nripati Saudās, Bheeshm Pitaamah, yaad tumhein keenha
Veg vilamb na laayo, ichchhit phal deenha

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

Daara, sut, bhagini, sab apne swaasth ke karta
Jaaun kahaan sharan mein kiski, tum taj main bharta

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

Bandhu, pita tum Swami, sharan gahoon kiski
Tum bin aur na dooja, aas karoon jiski

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

Jo jan Chitragupt ji ki aarti, prem sahit gaave
Chaurasi se nishchit chhootein, ichchhit phal paave

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

Nyaayadheesh Baikunth nivaasi, paap punya likhte
Hum hain sharan tihaari, aas na dooji karte

Om Jai Chitragupt Hare...

 
Chitragupta Ji – Key Facts

1.  Divine Record Keeper & Karma Judge
   Chitragupta Ji maintains records of human deeds and assists Yama Dev in soul judgment after death.
2. Symbol of Justice & Righteous Living
   He promotes truth, ethics, accountability, and moral discipline through his worship.
3.  Worshipped on Chitragupta Puja (Yama Dwitiya)
   Especially revered by the Kayastha community right after Diwali.
4. Depicted with Pen, Inkpot & Scroll
   Represents education, documentation, and the power of knowledge.
5. Temples & Worship Benefits
   Temples in Kanchipuram and Kayasth-pur; chanting his Aarti or Stotra is believed to cleanse sins and inspire spiritual clarity.

 When to Recite Chitragupta Ji Aarti

1. On Chitragupta Puja (Yama Dwitiya/Bhai Dooj) – The most auspicious day, celebrated right after Diwali, especially by the Kayastha community.
2.  On Amavasya or Purnima Days – These moon phases are considered spiritually significant for karmic cleansing.
3. During Daily or Weekly Worship – Especially on Sundays or Mondays, which are good for prayers related to truth and justice.
4.  On Important Occasions – Like starting a new journal, accounting work, exams, or when seeking clarity in moral decisions.

Best Timing to Recite

1.  Morning (Brahma Muhurat) – Between 4:00 AM to 6:00 AM – Ideal for mental purity and spiritual energy.
2. Evening (Sandhya Time) – Between 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, especially during Deep Daan or lamp lighting time after sunset.
3. Recite Aarti after offering incense, lamp, flowers, and water during puja.

 Top 5 Famous Chitragupta Ji Temples in India

1.  Chitragupta Mandir – Kashi (Varanasi), Uttar Pradesh
   Located near Kamachha, Varanasi; this is one of the oldest known temples dedicated to Chitragupta Ji and a major site for Kayastha devotees.
2.  Chitragupta Temple – Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
   A sacred temple where devotees especially gather during Chitragupta Puja and Bhai Dooj; popular among the Kayastha community.
3.  Chitragupta Mandir – Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
   A prominent and active temple visited by thousands of devotees, especially during Diwali and Yama Dwitiya celebrations.
4. Chitragupta Dham – Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
   Known for grand celebrations and community rituals held on Chitragupta Jayanti and is a regional spiritual center for Kayasthas.
5. Chitragupta Ji Mandir – Delhi (Karol Bagh)
   A popular temple among North Indian devotees; known for regular Aarti, Bhajan programs, and community worship.