Gruhapravesam Muhurtam 2026
గృహప్రవేశం ముహూర్తం 2026 — శుభ గృహప్రవేశ తేదీలు
Auspicious house warming dates for Hindu Telugu families in 2026
Gruhapravesam (గృహప్రవేశం) muhurtam 2026 dates fall in two windows: January–June with peak around Akshaya Tritiya (April 29), and November–December after Devuthani Ekadashi (October 31). The Chaturmasya period (July 4 – October 31) is strictly avoided — Lord Vishnu is in yoga-nidra during these 4 months. Each muhurtam below combines auspicious tithi, nakshatra, and lagna; cross-reference with your family's gotra and the house's vastu orientation.
Gruhapravesam Muhurtam 2026 — Complete Date List
| Date | Tithi | Nakshatra | Muhurtam Window | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | ||||
| 2026-01-15 | Pausha Shukla Chaturthi | Anuradha | 7:15 AM – 11:30 AM | Excellent — South-facing entry favored |
| 2026-01-22 | Magha Shukla Chaturthi | Rohini | 6:45 AM – 12:00 PM | Excellent — Rohini is most auspicious |
| February 2026 | ||||
| 2026-02-04 | Magha Shukla Trayodashi | Mrigashira | 6:30 AM – 11:45 AM | Good |
| 2026-02-11 | Phalguna Krishna Saptami | Anuradha | 7:15 AM – 12:00 PM | Excellent |
| March 2026 | ||||
| 2026-03-04 | Phalguna Shukla Trayodashi | Pushya | 6:50 AM – 12:30 PM | Excellent — Pushya is most auspicious nakshatra |
| April 2026 | ||||
| 2026-04-13 | Chaitra Shukla Saptami | Hasta | 5:50 AM – 10:30 AM | Good |
| 2026-04-29 | Vaishakha Shukla Tritiya (Akshaya Tritiya) | Krittika | 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | BEST DAY OF YEAR — Akshaya Tritiya |
| May 2026 | ||||
| 2026-05-07 | Vaishakha Shukla Ekadashi | Magha | 5:45 AM – 11:15 AM | Excellent |
| 2026-05-19 | Jyeshtha Krishna Saptami | Uttara Phalguni | 5:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Auspicious |
| June 2026 | ||||
| 2026-06-15 | Ashadha Krishna Pratipada | Mula | 5:25 AM – 9:45 AM | Last good day before Chaturmasya |
| July-October 2026 | ||||
| Chaturmasya | 4-month blackout | July 4 – Oct 31 | — | No Griha Pravesam during Chaturmasya per classical tradition. |
| November 2026 | ||||
| 2026-11-22 | Kartika Shukla Trayodashi | Revati | 5:50 AM – 10:30 AM | Excellent — first major muhurtam after Devuthani Ekadashi |
| 2026-11-25 | Margashirsha Krishna Pratipada | Rohini | 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Excellent — Rohini |
| 2026-11-29 | Margashirsha Krishna Panchami | Pushya | 6:15 AM – 12:00 PM | Excellent — Pushya |
| December 2026 | ||||
| 2026-12-07 | Margashirsha Shukla Trayodashi | Mrigashira | 6:30 AM – 12:15 PM | Good |
| 2026-12-10 | Pausha Krishna Pratipada | Punarvasu | 6:35 AM – 11:30 AM | Excellent — Punarvasu |
Timings are for Hyderabad IST. For other cities, adjust to local sunrise. For exact lagna calculation, use the Muhurtam Finder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gruhapravesam?
Gruhapravesam (గృహప్రవేశం) — also called Griha Pravesh — is the Hindu ritual of entering a new home for the first time, performed on an auspicious muhurtam day. The ceremony purifies the home, invokes the blessings of Lord Ganesha, Vastu Purusha, and the family deity, and ensures prosperity and health for residents.
Which day of the week is best for Gruhapravesam?
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday are most auspicious. Tuesday and Saturday are avoided. Sunday is acceptable for some traditions but typically less preferred. Always cross-reference with the day owner planet vs the family's ishta devata.
When are best Gruhapravesam dates in 2026?
The two peak periods are: (1) January-June 2026 (best dates: April 29 Akshaya Tritiya, May 7, March 4), and (2) November-December 2026 (best dates: November 22, November 25, November 29). The Chaturmasya period from July 4 to October 31 is strictly avoided.
What rituals are performed during Gruhapravesam?
The complete ceremony includes: (1) Ganesh Puja for obstacle removal, (2) Vastu Puja to honor the spirit of the house, (3) Kalasham Sthapana (sacred pot) at the threshold, (4) Boiling milk on the new stove (palaverla puja) — symbolizing prosperity, (5) Navagraha Shanti, (6) Homa/Havan, (7) Feeding Brahmins or guests. The duration is typically 3-4 hours.
Which nakshatra is best for Gruhapravesam?
The auspicious nakshatras for entering a new home are: Rohini, Mrigashira, Anuradha, Pushya, Punarvasu, Revati, Chitra, Swati, Hasta, Shatabhisha, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada. Pushya and Rohini are considered the most powerful.