When is Govatsa Dwadashi?
Govatsa Dwadashi in 2026 falls on November 5, 2026, Thursday. It is observed in the evening on the Dwadashi tithi of the Krishna paksha of Kartik month.
Govatsa Dwadashi: date and time
| Year | Date | Tithi (Krishna Dwadashi) | Puja time (New Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 5, 2026, Thursday | 10:36 am, November 5 to 10:31 am, November 6 | Pradosh kaal: 5:33 pm to 7:57 pm |
| 2027 | October 26, 2027, Tuesday | 3:23 am, October 26 to 1:04 am, October 27 | Pradosh kaal: 5:41 pm to 8:05 pm |
Puja of the cow and calf; the start of the Diwali festival. Its puja is done in pradosh kaal (after sunset), so the day is chosen on whose evening this tithi prevails.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Govatsa Dwadashi 2026?
Govatsa Dwadashi in 2026 falls on November 5, 2026, Thursday. It is observed in the evening on the Dwadashi tithi of the Krishna paksha of Kartik month.
On which tithi is Govatsa Dwadashi celebrated?
Kartik month, Krishna paksha, Dwadashi. Its puja is done in pradosh kaal (after sunset), so the day is chosen on whose evening this tithi prevails.
What is the significance of Govatsa Dwadashi?
Puja of the cow and calf; the start of the Diwali festival.