The priests are very important part of a Hindu temple. They play the main role in the day-to-day activities of the temples. The main responsibility of the chief priest and his assistants is to maintain the spiritual atmosphere of the temple. The chief priest forms a strict code of conduct, which should be followed by all other priests and the devotees.

All the priests are expected to lead a very strict and pure life. They should know all the rituals and ceremonies associated with the temple worship and festivities. All the rules concerning personal and ceremonial purity should be observed by the priests of the temple. They should perform the worship with sraddha (faith) and devotion. But the priests are not allowed to misuse the temple property in any way. In brief, they must protect the temple properties. The priest should have real concern for the devotees and should treat them with sympathy and understanding. They are expected to be broadminded and a liberal outlook should be an additional qualification for modern priests.