Surya Puja is dedicated to Surya, the Hindu Sun God. The benefits of the pooja include courage to face difficult situations, escape from horoscope related problems and also relief from health related troubles. Surya Puja is performed on Sunday. Here is a simple Surya Puja vidhi or procedure along with mantra. When to Perform Surya Puja? Sunday Saptami Tithi - Seventh day during a Hindu lunar fortnight Makar Sankranti Ratha Saptami On all other Sankrantis Surya Jayanti in Jyeshta Month Benefits of Surya Puja Surya Bhagavan is the king of Navgrahas and therefore it is believed that worship of him will help in avoiding horoscope or janam kundali related troubles. To cure skin diseases. The puja is beneficial for people working in government or in positions related to authority. To achieve progress in career. Things needed for Surya Puja Painting or picture of Surya (only if puja is performed inside the room). Water. Red Flowers or if possible lotus