The Mysuru Dasara Gold Card is your all‑access VIP pass to Karnataka’s grandest festival, offering premium seating for the iconic Jumbo Savari procession, entry to the Torchlight Parade, and complimentary access to major tourist attractions in Mysuru during the festival period. With only 2,000 cards issued each year, demand is high and they sell out quickly.
What is the Gold Card?
The Gold Card is a special pass issued by the Mysuru Dasara Organising Committee that:
Grants reserved front‑row seating for the Jumbo Savari on October 2, 2025, in front of Mysore Palace.
Includes VIP seating for the Torchlight Parade at Bannimantap Grounds the same evening.
Offers free entry to key attractions from September 22 to October 2, 2025, including:
Mysore Palace
Chamundi Hill Temple precinct
Mysuru Zoo
Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery
Rates for 2025
Price: ₹6,500 per person (same for Indian and foreign tourists)
Discounts: 25% off for educational institutions with valid documentation
Non‑transferable: The card is linked to your photo ID and cannot be shared or resold.
How to Apply For Dasara Gold Card 2025
Online Booking:
Sales open September 26, 2025, at 10:00 AM on:
mysoredasara.gov.in
bookmyshow.com
Closes September 30, 2025, or earlier if sold out.
Payment:
Pay online via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
Keep your booking confirmation and payment receipt.
Collection of Physical Card:
Dates: September 20–21, 2025
Locations:
Deputy Commissioner’s Office, near Mysore Palace
KSTDC Office at Hotel Mayura Hoysala
Select authorised tour operator offices
Bring:
Original photo ID (matching booking details)
Booking confirmation printout/email
Payment receipt
???? Important Notes
Cards are non‑refundable, even if events are delayed due to weather.
Foreign tourists can book using passport details and international payment methods.
The Gold Card is stored digitally in the official Mysuru Dasara app, which also provides event schedules, GPS navigation to VIP seating, and real‑time crowd updates.
Tour operators like Skyway International Travels offer Gold Cards at cost price with select travel packages.
Pro Tip: If you want the best views of the Jumbo Savari without standing for hours in the crowd, the Gold Card is worth every rupee. But act fast — last year’s passes sold out in under four hours.