Chameli ka tel is the oil traditionally lit before Hanuman ji. This is pure jasmine lamp oil in a 100ml bottle, made to burn in a diya with a cotton wick, and made to be mixed with sindoor for the Hanuman chola. It is a lamp oil, not a perfume oil and not an attar.

The scent is light and floral rather than sharp, which is why so many families keep chameli in the mandir instead of mustard oil. It burns clean, it does not fill a closed room with smoke, and the fragrance stays gentle while the lamp is lit.

Why chameli oil for Hanuman ji

Chameli oil and sindoor are the two offerings most closely associated with Hanuman ji. The chola, the sindoor covering applied to the murti, is made by mixing sindoor into chameli oil. The same oil is used for the lamp that is lit before Hanuman Chalisa paath or Sunderkand.

Hanuman ji is worshipped on Tuesday and Saturday, so this is a weekly oil rather than a festival one. Devotees also keep it for Hanuman Jayanti and for Shani related observances, since Hanuman ji is invoked for relief from Shani.

How to use it

• In the diya: fill the lamp with the oil as it is and use a clean cotton wick. No mixing or diluting is needed.
• For the chola: mix sindoor into a little oil until it forms a smooth paste, then apply to the murti following your family or temple practice.
• For anointing the murti: a few drops during shringar, wiped gently.
• For fragrance without a flame: a drop or two on cotton placed near the altar.

Burning it safely

• It is a lamp oil, so it burns. Keep the lit diya clear of cloth, curtains, paper and anything else that catches.
• Never leave a lit diya unattended, and keep it out of reach of children and pets.
• Place the diya on a stable, heat safe surface such as brass, stone or a metal plate.
• For external and ritual use only. Do not drink it. If you wish to use it on skin, dilute it well in a carrier oil and patch test first.

Storage and shelf life

Keep the cap closed and store the bottle in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Best used within 12 to 24 months for the fullest fragrance. A 100ml bottle lasts a long time, since a diya takes only a small quantity each sitting.

Buying chameli ka tel in the UAE

Divine Sansar delivers across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and the rest of the UAE, with free delivery on orders above AED 30. Many families keep a bottle of chameli oil, a diya and sindoor together so the Tuesday and Saturday lamp is never a last minute errand.

Pair it with the rest of the Hanumanji Specials collection, or with the Shani Dev collection for Saturday observances.

Frequently asked questions

Can I burn this oil directly in the diya?

Yes. This is a lamp oil and it is meant to be poured into the diya as it is, with a cotton wick. You do not need to mix it into ghee or any other oil first.

What is chameli ka tel?

Chameli is the Hindi name for jasmine, and chameli ka tel is jasmine oil. In Hindu worship it is best known as the oil offered to Hanuman ji, both as lamp oil and as the base for the sindoor chola.

Which day should I light a chameli oil diya?

Tuesday and Saturday are the traditional days for Hanuman ji. Many devotees light the lamp on both, and keep the same oil for Hanuman Chalisa or Sunderkand paath on any day.

How do I make Hanuman chola with this oil?

Take a small quantity of oil and mix sindoor into it until it forms a smooth paste, then apply it to the murti. The proportion is judged by feel rather than measured, and most families follow the practice they have learned at home or at their temple.

Is this the same as jasmine attar or jasmine perfume oil?

No. An attar is an alcohol free perfume oil made to be worn on the skin. This is a lamp oil made for the diya and for the chola. If you are looking for a fragrance to wear or to offer as perfume, our Jasmine Attar is the product you want instead.

How long does a 100ml bottle last?

A diya uses only a small amount at each sitting, so a 100ml bottle typically lasts several months of twice weekly lamps. Exactly how long depends on the size of your diya and how long you keep it burning.

Can I use it on my skin or hair?

This oil is made for ritual use. If you wish to use it on skin, dilute it well in a carrier oil and patch test on a small area first, as jasmine oil can irritate sensitive skin.

Do you deliver across the UAE?

Yes. We deliver to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and the rest of the Emirates, with free delivery on orders above AED 30. For urgent same day dispatch, message our team on WhatsApp.

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