When is Sharad Purnima?
Sharad Purnima in 2026 falls on October 25, 2026, Sunday. It is observed at night, at moonrise, on the Purnima tithi of the Shukla paksha of Ashwin month.
Sharad Purnima: date and time
| Year | Date | Tithi (Shukla Purnima) | Puja time (New Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | October 25, 2026, Sunday | 11:57 am, October 25 to 9:42 am, October 26 | Moonrise: between 4:55 pm and 5:05 pm (Delhi) |
| 2027 | October 14, 2027, Thursday | 6:50 pm, October 14 to 7:17 pm, October 15 | Moonrise: between 4:55 pm and 5:05 pm (Delhi) |
A night for keeping kheer in the moonlight and worshipping Maa Lakshmi. The moon matters here, so the day is chosen on whose night this tithi prevails at moonrise.
Listen and sing along
30:50Mahalakshmi Mantra — 108 times
OmKiran Bhakti
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Frequently asked questions
When is Sharad Purnima 2026?
Sharad Purnima in 2026 falls on October 25, 2026, Sunday. It is observed at night, at moonrise, on the Purnima tithi of the Shukla paksha of Ashwin month.
On which tithi is Sharad Purnima celebrated?
Ashwin month, Shukla paksha, Purnima. The moon matters here, so the day is chosen on whose night this tithi prevails at moonrise.
What is the significance of Sharad Purnima?
A night for keeping kheer in the moonlight and worshipping Maa Lakshmi.