When is Padmini Ekadashi 2026: Date, Significance, Vrat Katha, Puja Vidhi and Benefits

Padmini Ekadashi, one of the rarest and most sacred Ekadashi observances in the Hindu calendar, will be celebrated on 27 May 2026. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this special Ekadashi occurs only during Adhik Maas (Purushottam Maas), making it significantly more powerful than ordinary Ekadashi fasts according to Hindu scriptures. Devotees believe that observing the Padmini Ekadashi Vrat with faith helps remove accumulated negative karma, brings prosperity, spiritual growth, and divine blessings from Lord Vishnu. The observance is particularly important in 2026 because it falls during the highly revered Adhik Jyeshtha Maas, a period traditionally associated with increased spiritual merit and devotion.

Padmini Ekadashi 2026 Date and Timings

Event	Date & Time
Padmini Ekadashi Vrat	27 May 2026 (Wednesday)
Ekadashi Tithi Begins	26 May 2026, 05:10 AM
Ekadashi Tithi Ends	27 May 2026, 06:21 AM
Parana (Fast Breaking)	28 May 2026, 05:25 AM – 07:56 AM
Dwadashi End Time	28 May 2026, 07:56 AM

*Timings may vary slightly according to location and Panchang calculations.*

What Makes Padmini Ekadashi Special?

Unlike regular Ekadashis that occur twice every month, Padmini Ekadashi appears only during Adhik Maas, an extra lunar month added approximately every three years to align the lunar and solar calendars. Because of its rarity, Hindu scriptures describe it as one of the most rewarding fasts for devotees seeking spiritual progress and divine grace.


The word “Padmini” is associated with the lotus, a symbol of purity, prosperity, and spiritual awakening. Observing this vrat is believed to:

• Remove past sins and karmic burdens
• Enhance spiritual growth and devotion
• Bring peace, prosperity, and happiness
• Help overcome obstacles and negative influences
• Grant blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi
• Increase the fruits of charity, prayer, and meditation

Also Read: Vishnu Mantra Mantras to Chant on Ekadashi for Peace, Prosperity and Spiritual Growth

Padmini Ekadashi Vrat Katha

According to the Padma Purana, Padmini Ekadashi is linked to a sacred story involving King Kritavirya and Queen Padmini. The royal couple longed for a child and performed severe penance for many years. Upon the advice of sages, Queen Padmini observed the Padmini Ekadashi fast with complete devotion to Lord Vishnu.

Pleased by her dedication, Lord Vishnu appeared before the couple and granted them a boon. They were blessed with a powerful son, Kartavirya Arjuna, who later became a famous ruler. The story emphasizes that sincere observance of Padmini Ekadashi can fulfill righteous desires and attract divine blessings.

Padmini Ekadashi Puja Vidhi

Devotees generally follow these rituals on Padmini Ekadashi:

Morning Rituals

• Wake up during Brahma Muhurta.
• Take a holy bath and wear clean clothes.
• Clean the home temple and prepare the worship area.
• Take a vow (Sankalp) to observe the Ekadashi fast.

Vishnu Puja

• Place an idol or image of Lord Vishnu.
• Offer yellow flowers, sandalwood, incense, and lamp.
• Present Tulsi leaves, considered especially dear to Lord Vishnu.
• Offer fruits and sattvic food items.
• Recite Vishnu Sahasranama and devotional prayers.

Evening Worship

• Perform Aarti of Lord Vishnu.
• Chant “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.”
• Read or listen to Padmini Ekadashi Vrat Katha.
• Engage in bhajans, meditation, or night vigil if possible.

Fasting Rules for Padmini Ekadashi

People observe the vrat according to their capacity:

Nirjala Vrat

Complete fast without food or water.

Phalahar Vrat

Consumption of fruits, milk, dry fruits, and permitted fasting foods.

Ekadashi Diet Guidelines

Allowed Foods: Fruits, Milk and dairy products, Dry fruits, Sabudana, Singhara flour and Rock salt (Sendha Namak).
Foods to Avoid: Rice, Wheat, Pulses, Onion and garlic, Non-vegetarian food, Alcohol and intoxicants.

Spiritual Benefits of Observing Padmini Ekadashi

Scriptures state that worship, charity, mantra chanting, and fasting performed during Adhik Maas generate greater spiritual merit than usual. Many devotees use this rare Ekadashi to focus on self-discipline, prayer, and inner purification. Traditional beliefs suggest that observing the vrat with devotion may help one attain prosperity, mental peace, and ultimately spiritual liberation.