How many days does Pind Daan in Gaya take?

The duration depends on the depth of the ceremony. A basic 1-day Pind Daan covers the primary offering at Vishnupad Temple or one chosen vedi site and can be completed in 3-4 hours. The standard 3-day Tripakshi ceremony covers all the main sites (Vishnupad, Akshaya Vat, Phalgu River, Preta Shila) with proper Sankalpa, Tarpan, and Pind Daan at each — this is the most commonly chosen package. The comprehensive 17-day Gaya Shraddha is the most elaborate observance, covering all 48 vedi sites prescribed in the Vayu Purana, with specific offerings at each. Most families opt for the 3-day package which offers the best balance of spiritual completeness and time commitment.