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Navratri 2026 — Sunday 11 October

నవరాత్రి 2026

Ashwija Shudda Padyami to Dashami (9 days) · Sharad Navratri / Sharannavaratri · Ghatasthapana Muhurat 06:14 – 07:42 IST on 11 Oct (Hyderabad)

Navratri 2026 (also called Sharad Navratri / Sharannavaratri) falls on Sunday, 11 October 2026. 9-night festival worshipping the 9 forms of Goddess Durga (Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, Siddhidatri). Culminates in Vijayadashami on day 10. Primary observance: Ghatasthapana (kalash establishment), daily Devi puja, fasting (Navratri Vrat), Lalita Sahasranama recitation, Devi Mahatmyam (Chandi Path), Kanya Pujan on Ashtami/Navami. Recommended muhurat: Ghatasthapana Muhurat 06:14 – 07:42 IST on 11 Oct (Hyderabad).

Reviewed by Pandit Ramachandra Sharma, Vedic Astrologer & Panchangam Scholar · Updated 2026-06-09

Navratri 2026 — Date & Muhurat

Festival DateSunday, 11 October 2026
Telugu Masa & TithiAshwija Shudda Padyami to Dashami (9 days)
Primary MuhuratGhatasthapana Muhurat 06:14 – 07:42 IST on 11 Oct (Hyderabad)
Alternative NamesSharad Navratri / Sharannavaratri

All timings computed using Lahiri Ayanamsa Swiss Ephemeris for Hyderabad (17.385°N, 78.486°E). For exact local timings in other cities use our Today's Panchangam tool.

Significance of Navratri 2026

9-night festival worshipping the 9 forms of Goddess Durga (Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, Siddhidatri). Culminates in Vijayadashami on day 10.

Key Rituals on Navratri 2026

Ghatasthapana (kalash establishment), daily Devi puja, fasting (Navratri Vrat), Lalita Sahasranama recitation, Devi Mahatmyam (Chandi Path), Kanya Pujan on Ashtami/Navami.

Navratri 2026 Puja Samagri Checklist (Shopping List)

Items to procure 1-2 days before Navratri 2026:

#Item
1Kalash (copper pot)
2Coconut + mango leaves
3Akshat + barley sowing soil
4Red cloth for Devi
5Kumkum + turmeric
6Akkalakaaya / Akalanka (red flowers)
7Ghee lamp (Akhand Jyot — burns 9 days)
8Naivedyam: kheer, halwa, fruits
9Coloured powders for 9-day color theme
10Chandi Path book

Regional Variations of Navratri 2026

Gujarat: Garba + Dandiya raas dance. West Bengal: Durga Puja (separate 5-day variant). Tamil Nadu: Golu doll display. Andhra/Telangana: Bathukamma (parallel observance in Telangana, daily flower stacking). North India: Mata Ki Chowki + Kanya Pujan emphasis.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Navratri 2026?
Navratri 2026 (Sharad Navratri / Sharannavaratri) falls on Sunday, 11 October 2026. This day is Ashwija Shudda Padyami to Dashami (9 days) in the Telugu calendar. Primary muhurat: Ghatasthapana Muhurat 06:14 – 07:42 IST on 11 Oct (Hyderabad).
What is the muhurat for Navratri 2026?
Ghatasthapana Muhurat 06:14 – 07:42 IST on 11 Oct (Hyderabad)
What is the significance of Navratri 2026?
9-night festival worshipping the 9 forms of Goddess Durga (Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, Siddhidatri). Culminates in Vijayadashami on day 10.
What rituals are performed on Navratri 2026?
Ghatasthapana (kalash establishment), daily Devi puja, fasting (Navratri Vrat), Lalita Sahasranama recitation, Devi Mahatmyam (Chandi Path), Kanya Pujan on Ashtami/Navami.
What puja items are needed for Navratri 2026?
Kalash (copper pot), Coconut + mango leaves, Akshat + barley sowing soil, Red cloth for Devi, Kumkum + turmeric, Akkalakaaya / Akalanka (red flowers), Ghee lamp (Akhand Jyot — burns 9 days), Naivedyam: kheer, halwa, fruits, Coloured powders for 9-day color theme, Chandi Path book. Arrange these items in your puja area before the muhurat begins.
How is Navratri 2026 celebrated regionally?
Gujarat: Garba + Dandiya raas dance. West Bengal: Durga Puja (separate 5-day variant). Tamil Nadu: Golu doll display. Andhra/Telangana: Bathukamma (parallel observance in Telangana, daily flower stacking). North India: Mata Ki Chowki + Kanya Pujan emphasis.

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Important disclaimer: Muhurat timings are computed using Lahiri Ayanamsa Swiss Ephemeris for Hyderabad. For exact local timings in other cities, use our location-aware Today's Panchangam tool. Ritual recommendations are drawn from classical sources and traditional family practice. Consult a qualified Vaidika or family priest for personalised ritual guidance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Navratri 2026?
The exact date varies based on the lunar calendar. Check the date and muhurat (auspicious time) shown above. We compute dates using the Drik Siddhantam.
What rituals are performed?
Each festival has specific rituals — fasting, puja, mantra recitation, prasad preparation. See the "Key Rituals" section above for the detailed sequence.
What is the significance of Navratri 2026?
See the "Significance" section above. Each Hindu festival commemorates a specific event from the Puranas or Vedic tradition.
Is fasting mandatory?
Fasting traditions vary by region and family. The most common forms are nirjala (no water), phalahar (fruits + milk), or single satvik meal. Check the festival page for details.
What puja items are needed?
See the "Puja Items" section. Common items include flowers, incense, lamp, prasad, and specific items for the festival deity.
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