When is Bhai Dooj?
Bhai Dooj in 2026 falls on November 11, 2026, Wednesday. It is observed in the afternoon on the Dwitiya tithi of the Shukla paksha of Kartik month.
Bhai Dooj: date and time
| Year | Date | Tithi (Shukla Dwitiya) | Puja time (New Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 11, 2026, Wednesday | 2:01 pm, November 10 to 3:54 pm, November 11 | Aparahna (afternoon): 1:09 pm to 3:19 pm |
| 2027 | October 31, 2027, Sunday | 5:52 pm, October 30 to 5:14 pm, October 31 | Aparahna (afternoon): 1:11 pm to 3:24 pm |
Sisters put a tilak on their brothers and pray for their long life. Its puja is done in the afternoon (aparahna).
Significance of Bhai Dooj
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Where it is celebrated: all over India (Bhai Phonta in Bengal, Bhau Beej in Maharashtra)
It is believed that Yamraj visited his sister Yamuna's home on this day and gave her a boon: a brother who receives tilak at his sister's home on this day will have no fear of untimely death.
Bhai Dooj puja vidhi
- The sister makes a chowk (rangoli square) and seats her brother on it.
- She applies tilak with roli and akshat, ties a kalava and does his aarti.
- She feeds her brother sweets; the brother gives his sister a gift.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Bhai Dooj 2026?
Bhai Dooj in 2026 falls on November 11, 2026, Wednesday. It is observed in the afternoon on the Dwitiya tithi of the Shukla paksha of Kartik month.
On which tithi is Bhai Dooj celebrated?
Kartik month, Shukla paksha, Dwitiya. Its puja is done in the afternoon (aparahna).
What is the significance of Bhai Dooj?
Sisters put a tilak on their brothers and pray for their long life.
What is the auspicious time for tilak on Bhai Dooj?
The aparahna (afternoon) period is considered the most auspicious. The table above gives the time for Delhi.
Bhai Dooj 2026 date?
Bhai Dooj 2026: Wednesday, November 11, 2026.