TL;DR: Tuesday (Mangalvar) is dedicated to Hanuman ji and the planet Mars. Chant "Om Hanumate Namah" 108 times in the morning, read one path of the Hanuman Chalisa, and recite the Mars beej "Om Kraam Kreem Kroum Sah Bhaumaaya Namah" if you have Mangal dosha. A red sandalwood or rudraksha mala, north-facing posture, and a small mustard oil diya in front of a Hanuman image complete the setup.
Which mantra to chant on Tuesday? Quick answer
On Tuesday, chant "Om Hanumate Namah" 108 times in the morning, then recite the Hanuman Chalisa at least once. For Mangal dosha, add the Mars beej "Om Kraam Kreem Kroum Sah Bhaumaaya Namah". Use a red sandalwood or rudraksha mala, face north, light a mustard oil diya. Offer red flowers and sindoor mixed with chameli oil to Hanuman ji.
Why Hanuman on Tuesday?
Tuesday is Mangalvar — the day of Mangal, the planet Mars. In Vedic astrology, Mars is the karaka (significator) of courage, energy, conflict, and self-discipline. Hanuman ji, the son of Vayu (wind) and an avatar partial of Lord Shiva, embodies all of these qualities. He is the chosen deity for Tuesday because his devotion subdues Mars's harsher tendencies into useful strength.
The classical text Hanuman Bahuk and the Tulsidas tradition both prescribe Tuesday as the most fruitful day for Hanuman bhakti. People search for "mantra for Tuesday Hanuman" because they want both the deity's blessing and the planetary remedy in one sitting. Tuesday gives them both.
The Tuesday mantras: Devanagari, IAST, meaning
ॐ हनुमते नमः
Om Hanumate Namaḥ
Meaning: "Salutations to Hanuman." Simplest and most accessible Hanuman mantra. Safe for daily 108-time jap by anyone.
ॐ क्रां क्रीं क्रौं सः भौमाय नमः
Om Krāṃ Krīṃ Krauṃ Saḥ Bhaumāya Namaḥ
Meaning: Mars beej mantra. Used for Mangal dosha remediation. Classical sankalpa: 10,000 repetitions over 40-90 days.
मनोजवं मारुततुल्यवेगं जितेन्द्रियं बुद्धिमतां वरिष्ठम्
Manojavaṃ Mārutatulyavegaṃ Jitendriyaṃ Buddhimatāṃ Variṣṭham
Meaning: The opening verse of the Hanuman Stuti. Often chanted before reading Hanuman Chalisa. Invokes Hanuman as "swift as mind, equal to wind, master of senses, foremost among the wise."
Hanuman Chalisa on Tuesday
The Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse hymn composed by Tulsidas in the 16th century in Awadhi (a dialect of Hindi). It is the single most-recited Hindu hymn in modern India, with daily readers numbering in the tens of millions. One full path (recitation) takes 8 to 12 minutes.
How many paths to read on Tuesday:
| Paths | Time | For what |
|---|---|---|
| 1 path | 10 min | Daily Tuesday devotional practice |
| 3 paths | 30 min | Specific intention or relief from fear |
| 7 paths | 70 min | Mangal dosha relief, court cases, conflict |
| 11 paths | 2 hours | Severe Mangal dosha or major life obstacle |
Step-by-step Tuesday procedure
- Wake before sunrise. Take a bath. Wear clean clothes, ideally red, orange, or saffron.
- Set up the altar. Place a Hanuman image or idol. Light a small mustard oil diya. Offer red flowers (especially marigold) and a few tulsi leaves.
- Apply sindoor mixed with chameli oil to the Hanuman image. This is the most-loved offering for Hanuman ji and a Tuesday-specific tradition.
- Sit facing north. Spine straight. Take three deep breaths.
- Take a sankalpa. "Today, Tuesday, I will chant Om Hanumate Namah 108 times and recite the Hanuman Chalisa once, for strength and for relief from fear."
- Chant "Om Hanumate Namah" 108 times on a red sandalwood or rudraksha mala. Roughly 8-10 minutes.
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa once. Slowly, with attention to meaning. Even one full path with focus is more valuable than three rushed paths.
- If you have Mangal dosha, add 108 repetitions of "Om Kraam Kreem Kroum Sah Bhaumaaya Namah" after the Chalisa.
- End with one minute of silence. Bow to Hanuman ji. Distribute a small prasad of jaggery or boondi to family members.
For Mangal Dosha specifically
Mangal Dosha (also called Manglik dosha) occurs when Mars sits in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house of the Kundli. It is most commonly associated with marriage delays and marital conflict, but also affects accidents and aggression. Tuesday remedies are the classical relief.
Standard 90-day Mangal dosha sankalpa on Tuesdays:
- Hanuman Chalisa: 11 paths every Tuesday
- Mars beej mantra: 108 repetitions daily, building toward 10,000 total across 90 days
- Visit a Hanuman temple every Tuesday and offer mustard oil
- Fast on Tuesday (skip salt; eat one meal of moong dal khichdi)
- Donate red lentils (masoor dal), red cloth, or jaggery weekly
- Wear a coral (moonga) gemstone in gold, after consulting a jyotishi
For deeper context on Mangal dosha and other planetary doshas, see the full graha dosha guide. For the Mars beej mantra in context with all 9 planetary beej mantras, see the beej mantras guide.
Other Tuesday remedies
- Visit a Hanuman temple on Tuesday evening and light a mustard oil diya there.
- Offer boondi or laddoo as prasad — Hanuman ji's traditional preferred sweet.
- Wear red or orange clothing on Tuesday.
- Avoid non-vegetarian food and alcohol on Tuesday.
- Avoid arguing or fighting on Tuesday — Mars energy amplifies conflict, so the discipline of restraint becomes part of the remedy.
- Read the Sundarkand on the first Tuesday of every month for a deeper sankalpa.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Skipping the bath. Hanuman jap traditionally requires bodily purity beforehand.
- Reading too fast. Rushing through 11 paths of Chalisa with no attention gives less benefit than one mindful path.
- Chanting during Rahu kalam. Roughly 3-4:30 PM on Tuesday. The Rahu hour weakens auspicious effects of any mantra.
- Using a tulsi mala. Tulsi is reserved for Vishnu-Krishna jap. Hanuman jap uses red sandalwood or rudraksha.
- Forgetting the sindoor offering. It is small but considered the most loved offering by Hanuman ji.
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Frequently asked questions
Which mantra should I chant on Tuesday?
Tuesday (Mangalvar) is dedicated to Hanuman ji and the planet Mars. The three primary chants are: 'Om Hanumate Namah' (108 times), the full Hanuman Chalisa (1 to 11 paths), and the Mars beej mantra 'Om Kraam Kreem Kroum Sah Bhaumaaya Namah' for Mangal dosha specifically.
How many times should I chant Hanuman Chalisa on Tuesday?
The classical recommendation is 1 path (one complete recitation) of Hanuman Chalisa on a normal Tuesday. For specific intentions or active Mangal dosha, 7 or 11 paths are prescribed. The Sundarkand recitation on Tuesday is also a high-power alternative for serious sadhana.
What is the best time to chant on Tuesday?
Sunrise to about 9 AM is the strongest window. Evening sandhya (around sunset to 8 PM) is the second slot, especially for Hanuman Chalisa. Avoid the Rahu kalam time on Tuesday, which falls roughly between 3-4:30 PM in most locations. Check the local panchang for exact Rahu kalam.
Which mala is best for Hanuman mantra on Tuesday?
Red sandalwood (raktachandan) mala is the classical choice for Hanuman ji and Mars. Rudraksha mala is also acceptable since Hanuman is an avatar of Lord Shiva. Coral mala is used for Mangal dosha remedies. Avoid tulsi mala — that is reserved for Vishnu-Krishna jap.
Can I chant Hanuman Chalisa on Tuesday during menstruation?
Yes. Mental recitation of Hanuman Chalisa is not prohibited during menstruation. The restriction in some traditions applies only to touching the deity or formal puja. Listening to the Chalisa or silent mental recitation gives full benefit. Hanuman ji is considered the most accessible deity, regardless of physical state.
How long does it take to see results from Tuesday Hanuman jap?
Most practitioners report increased mental strength and reduced fear within 21 days of consistent Tuesday chanting. For Mangal dosha remediation, classical jyotish prescribes a 90-day sankalpa with 10,000 Mars beej repetitions plus weekly Hanuman Chalisa. Bigger shifts in Mars-related life areas (marriage, conflict, energy) emerge over 3-6 months.
What direction should I face on Tuesday for Hanuman puja?
Face north or east when chanting Hanuman mantras. North is the strongest direction for general devotional jap. East is acceptable for sunrise chanting. South is avoided. If you have a Hanuman idol or image in your home altar, face it directly regardless of compass direction.
