Navratri 2026
Sunday, 11 October 2026
Nine nights of Durga worship, opening with Ghatasthapana.
Panchang for Navratri 2026
Tithi, nakshatra, Rahu Kaal and auspicious windows shift with your city's sunrise. See the computed Panchang for your location.
Open the Panchang →Significance
Sharada Navratri runs for nine nights from the first day of Ashvina, each night given to a form of Durga. It opens with Ghatasthapana, which has a defined muhurat — generally the first third of the day, avoiding Chitra nakshatra and Vaidhriti yoga. Many observe a fast across all nine days and mark Ashtami or Navami with kanya pujan.
Rituals
- Perform Ghatasthapana at the prescribed muhurat on day one
- Sow barley seeds in the kalash
- Worship one form of Durga each night
- Observe the fast according to your family's tradition
- Perform kanya pujan on Ashtami or Navami