While specifics can vary, the core procedure involves:
- Holy Bath: Taking a purifying dip in the Triveni Sangam.
- Sankalpa: A formal vow to perform the ritual.
- Deity Worship: Invoking Lord Ganesha, Kalash Sthapana, and worshipping principal deities (Brahma, Vishnu, Rudra/Shiva, Yama, Savitr/Tatpurusha).
- Narayan Bali Homa/Puja: Fire ceremony or specific puja dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Narayan).
- Invoking the Soul: Using mantras to call upon the specific departed soul(s).
- Creating Artificial Body (Pind): A symbolic body, often made of wheat flour, is created.
- Symbolic Funeral Rites: Rituals are performed on the artificial body to allow the soul to fulfill desires and then attain liberation through symbolic cremation/funeral.
- Pinda Pradan & Tarpana: Offering rice balls and water oblations at the Sangam.
- Brahmin Bhojan & Dakshina: Feeding Brahmins and offering donations.
