The more you meditate, the more you will realize there is Something behind the kingdom of ordinary consciousness where a great peace and happiness reign….Fervent effort to increase the inner peace and happiness born of meditation is the only way to realize God.
— Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda
We welcome all YSS/SRF devotees to join us for the Sadhana Sangams scheduled between January and December 2026.
These Sangams will be held simultaneously at all or some of these venues: YSS Noida Ashram; YSS Dakshineswar Ashram; YSS Chennai Ashram; and Paramahansa Yogananda Sadhanalaya, Igatpuri. Devotees may choose to attend any one of these sangams, at a location that is convenient for them.
These programmes provide YSS devotees with an opportunity to rejuvenate themselves spiritually, gain a deeper understanding of Gurudeva’s teachings, and improve their practice of the meditation techniques. As the number of participants at each venue is limited, depending on the facilities available, each devotee can experience a more personalized and profound support in their spiritual journey. In order to provide an immersive experience, the duration of each sangam will be 5 days. Overall, the Sadhana Sangams will provide an unforgettable spiritual experience.
The registration process for YSS and SRF devotees for the Sangams scheduled between January and July 2026 is now open! Please click here to learn more and register.
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. A devotee is allowed to participate in only one sangam.
We encourage you to take advantage of this unique opportunity to not only rekindle your spiritual enthusiasm but also to experience the joy and blessings that come from meditating with and being in the company of other earnest seekers.
Please note:
- Only YSS/SRF devotees may attend the sangam.
- Children below 12 years of age are not permitted.
- Though SRF devotees are welcome to participate in these sangams, they will have to arrange their own accommodation in nearby hotels. A list of such hotels is available here.
- As the programme schedule will be hectic, devotees with fragile health or special needs are advised not to apply.
Sadhana Sangams Calendar
The languages in which technique classes and spiritual discourses will be conducted during these sangams are mentioned for each event in the table below.
Please note: Due to several construction projects planned within the Ranchi Ashram — including the rebuilding of unpaved roads, revamping of garden pathways, and extensive earthwork to address long-standing drainage issues — we will not be conducting Sadhana Sangams at Ranchi in 2026. We humbly request your patience and understanding in this matter.
Noida | Dakshineswar | Chennai | Igatpuri | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
February 4-8 | English (Kriya Yoga Diksha) | — | English (Kriya Yoga Diksha) | Hindi | |
March 11-15 | Hindi (Kriya Yoga Diksha) | English (Kriya Yoga Diksha) | Tamil (Kriya Yoga Diksha) | English | |
April 1-5 | — | — | Telugu* (Kriya Yoga Diksha) | — | |
September 9-13 | — | English | — | — | |
October 7-11 | Young Sadhak Sangam** (English) | — | — | — | |
November 18-22 | English/Hindi (Kriya Yoga Diksha) | Hindi (Kriya Yoga Diksha) | — | — | |
December 9-13 | Check later | Check later | Check later | Check later |
* The April Sangam at the YSS Chennai Ashram will feature review classes on meditation techniques and spiritual discourses in Telugu, while the Kriya Yoga Diksha ceremony will be conducted in English.
**The Young Sadhak Sangam is a unique event planned for YSS/SRF devotees aged 23–35, offering a spiritually immersive experience tailored for young devotees seeking inner clarity and strength from the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda.
More Information
The tentative schedule of a regular sangam event is shared below. For the schedule of the Young Sadhak Sangam, which will be conducted in October 2026, please visit this webpage closer to the date of the event.
Wednesday
07:00 a.m. to 08:30 a.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Kirtan & Opening satsanga
02:30 p.m. to 04:00 p.m.
Review of Energization Exercises
05:30 p.m. to 07:30 p.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
08:15 p.m. to 09:15 p.m.
Video Show
Thursday
07:00 a.m. to 08:30 a.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
09:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Review of Hong-Sau Technique
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Spiritual discourse
03:00 p.m. to 04:00 p.m.
Review of Aum Technique
05:30 p.m. to 08:30 p.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
Friday
07:00 a.m. to 08:30 a.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
09:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Spiritual Discourse
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Spiritual discourse / Question-Answer Session
03:00 p.m. to 04:00 p.m.
Cosmic Chants
05:30 p.m. to 08:00 p.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
Saturday
07:00 a.m. to 08:30 a.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Kriya Yoga review and check-up & Satsanga for Non-Kriyabans
03:00 p.m. to 04:00 p.m.
Spiritual discourse
05:30 p.m. to 07:30 p.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
Please note: For those programmes which include Kriya Yoga Diksha, please note the following change in the Saturday schedule:
08:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Kriya Yoga Diksha
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Satsanga for Non-Kriyabans
02:30 p.m. to 04:00 p.m.
Kriya Yoga review and check-up
05:30 p.m. to 07:30 p.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
Sunday
07:00 a.m. to 08:30 a.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Chanting / Kirtan & meditation
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Closing satsanga
12:00 noon to 12:15 p.m.
Closing Thoughts and Prasad
04:00 p.m. to 07:30 p.m.
Energization Exercises and meditation
Meditation Technique Classes and Discourses:
- The YSS meditation techniques — the Energization Exercises, the Hong-Sau Technique, and the Aum Technique — will be explained and demonstrated. These classes will be conducted in different languages, as indicated in the Sadhana Sangam calendar shared above.
- Discourses on Gurudeva’s how-to-live principles will also be a part of the schedule. These discourses could be conducted in English, Hindi, Bengali, Telugu and Tamil.
All Kriyabans attending these Sangams will have the opportunity to attend the Kriya Yoga Diksha ceremony along with the new devotees receiving Kriya Yoga Diksha.
Eligibility for Receiving Kriya Yoga
- Eligibility for receiving the Kriya Yoga diksha is dependent upon submission of satisfactory answers to the questionnaire enclosed with the YSS Lessons.
- As you will note in the questionnaire, to be eligible for receiving Kriya Yoga, the devotee must have been regularly practising the first three basic Yogoda techniques for several months.
- You must also submit the signed Kriya Yoga Pledge of devotion and loyalty to the YSS line of Gurus and the Yogoda Satsanga path.
Please note: If you wish to apply for Kriya Yoga, and have not yet sent your answers to the questionnaire, they may be submitted at the location where you would be attending the programmes, to be checked by the sannyasis.
Participation in the Kriya Yoga Diksha Ceremony:
- All who wish to receive Kriya Yoga diksha at the ceremony, including those who have received the Kriya Yoga Lessons but have not participated in a ceremony; and also, those Kriyabans who have received formal diksha but wish to attend the ceremony will need to register at the concerned location at least a day in advance, and bring the required admittance card to the ceremony.
- Please bring and show your Kriyaban Identification Card when registering yourself for Kriya Yoga diksha and also when attending the review.
Programme:
- The programme at each location will begin on the morning of Wednesday and end in the evening of Sunday.
- All devotees will have the option to stay for four additional days – they may arrive two days prior to the event (by Monday morning), and stay for two extra days after the programme closes (the following Tuesday night).
- In spending up to nine continuous days in Guruji’s Ashram/Retreat centre, devotees will receive ample time for rest, relaxation, and spiritual rejuvenation. You may plan your arrival and departure accordingly.
Accommodation:
- Shared/dormitory-style accommodation will be provided to ladies and gents separately. Family members may please plan and pack accordingly.
- Devotees with special needs for accommodation or diet may please make their own arrangements. A list of nearby hotels is given below.
First-come, First-served Basis:
- Due to the limited accommodation facilities available at all five locations, registrations will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Please note that if your registration is confirmed but you are not able to attend, the Registration fee will neither be refunded nor transferred to another person.
Remittances: The Registration Fee is ₹ 2500 per person. This fee is inclusive of meal charges. If you are finding it difficult to pay the Registration Fee, please contact us.
Registration Information
Registration for sangams scheduled between January and July 2026 is now open!
For sangams scheduled for the remainder of the year, registration will open in June.
Online Registration through Devotee Portal:
For quicker and easier registration, please click here to register online.
Registration by Contacting Helpdesk:
Please call (0651) 6655 555 or email Ranchi ashram Helpdesk and provide the following details:
- Your full name
- Age
- YSS Lessons Reg. number (or SRF Membership Number)
- Address
- Telephone Number
- Dates of your proposed arrival and departure
You may remit the amount against the payment link that will be sent to your mobile or email address.
Registration for SRF devotees:
- While SRF devotees are most welcome to participate in the function, and may have meals at the venue, they are requested to make their own accommodation arrangements in any of the nearby hotels.
- We request interested SRF devotees to contact the YSS Helpdesk by email and share all their details as mentioned above.
Please note:
- A devotee is allowed to participate in only one sangam.
- The registration for a particular venue may close earlier if the requests for registration reach the maximum limit.
- On successful registration, you will receive a confirmation through either email or WhatsApp or SMS. If you don’t receive such a notification, please contact YSS Ranchi helpdesk by call (0651) 6655 555 or email ([email protected]).
- Only YSS/SRF devotees may attend the sangam.
- Children below 12 years of age are not permitted.
As always, devotee-volunteers will be needed to serve in different areas, such as the registration desk, accommodation, audio-visuals, dining, sanitation, ushering, and other departments. In some of these areas, a few volunteers will be required one or two days before the function starts. If you would like to volunteer, please indicate in the Registration Form accordingly.
Your Donations are Needed
We are requesting contributions to cover various expenses incurred in organizing these functions. The Registration Fee is subsidized, so that even devotees with limited means can participate. We are grateful to those who are able to make larger contributions, allowing us to offer this subsidy and thereby extend Gurudeva’s hospitality to all sincere seekers.
Contact Details for Registration and Enquiries
Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Math — Ranchi
Paramahansa Yogananda Path
Ranchi – 834 001
Phone: (0651) 6655 555 (Mon-Sat, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
Email: [email protected]
