Diwali 2026 Lakshmi Puja muhurat: Check auspicious Lagna timings for November 8, puja significance and details

Diwali celebrations in 2026 continue on Sunday, November 8, with devotees observing the festival of lights and worshipping Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha for wealth, prosperity and good fortune. While Lakshmi Puja is traditionally performed during the Pradosh period after sunset, Vedic astrology also identifies certain auspicious Lagna timings for the ritual. For Diwali 2026, four fixed Lagna muhurats have been listed for Lakshmi-Ganesha Puja: Kumbha, Vrishabha and Simha, along with Vrishchika Lagna in the early morning. Among these, Vrishabha Lagna is considered particularly significant as it coincides with the evening Pradosh period.

The Amavasya Tithi begins at 11:27 am on November 8 and continues until 12:31 pm on November 9. Devotees can check the following auspicious timings and their significance before planning their Diwali prayers.

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Diwali 2026 Lakshmi Puja muhurat: Date and auspicious timings

According to Drik Panchang, Diwali falls on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The four fixed Lagna periods offer different auspicious windows for performing Lakshmi Puja.

Puja muhurat	Timing	Duration
Kumbha Lagna (afternoon)	1:26 pm to 2:54 pm	1 hour 27 minutes
Vrishabha Lagna (evening)	5:54 pm to 7:50 pm	1 hour 56 minutes
Simha Lagna (midnight)	12:25 am to 2:42 am, November 9	2 hours 17 minutes

Amavasya Tithi: Begins at 11:27 am on November 8 and ends at 12:31 pm on November 9.

Vrishabha Lagna is considered the most important of these timings for household Lakshmi Puja because it overlaps with the evening Pradosh period. Those unable to perform the ritual during this window may consider another suitable fixed Lagna muhurat, depending on their circumstances and local panchang.

Why is fixed Lagna considered important for Diwali Lakshmi Puja?

In Vedic astrology, Lagna refers to the zodiac sign rising on the eastern horizon at a particular time. There are 12 Lagnas in a 24-hour period, broadly classified as fixed, movable and common.

Four zodiac signs are considered fixed Lagnas:

• Vrishchika (Scorpio)
• Kumbha (Aquarius)
• Vrishabha (Taurus)
• Simha (Leo)

These fixed signs are considered auspicious for Lakshmi Puja because of the belief that worshipping Goddess Lakshmi during a fixed Lagna helps stabilise wealth and prosperity. According to this traditional belief, the ritual is performed at such a time to seek the Goddess's blessings for lasting financial well-being.

Although different traditions and astrologers may recommend different muhurats, fixed Lagna timings are widely considered while deciding when to perform Diwali Lakshmi-Ganesha Puja.

Why is Vrishabha Lagna considered the best time for Diwali Lakshmi Puja?

Vrishabha Lagna, which falls between 5:54 pm and 7:50 pm on November 8, is considered the most significant period for Lakshmi Puja among the listed timings.

The reason is its overlap with Pradosh Kaal, the period after sunset that is traditionally considered auspicious for worshipping Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali. Religious texts such as Dharma Sindhu, Nirnaya Sindhu and Vratraj recommend performing Lakshmi Puja during Pradosh while Amavasya Tithi prevails.

Vrishabha is a fixed sign, and its evening timing makes it particularly suitable for householders, married couples, families, salaried individuals, farmers and business owners.

Diwali 2026: Significance of Kumbha Lagna for Lakshmi Puja

Kumbha Lagna will prevail from 1:26 pm to 2:54 pm on November 8. According to traditional astrological interpretations, this period is considered suitable for people facing financial difficulties, business losses or accumulated debt.

It is also recommended for those seeking relief from the adverse effects associated with Shani in Vedic astrology. Devotees who are unable to perform the evening ritual may consider this afternoon window for Lakshmi Puja.

Diwali 2026: Who should perform Lakshmi Puja during Simha Lagna?

Simha Lagna will occur from 12:25 am to 2:42 am on November 9. This midnight muhurat is traditionally considered suitable for hermits, saints, spiritual practitioners and those belonging to Tantric traditions.

While it is not the usual choice for household Lakshmi Puja, it is included among the four fixed Lagna periods considered auspicious for worship during Diwali.

What is the significance of Vrishchika Lagna on Diwali?

Vrishchika Lagna occurs during the early morning hours of Diwali. Traditional astrological interpretations consider this period suitable for institutions and people involved in public-facing professions.

Temples, hospitals, hotels, schools and colleges may observe Lakshmi Puja during this period. It is also considered suitable for people working in public affairs, politics, television, films, insurance and related fields.

Why is Diwali Amavasya considered auspicious for Goddess Lakshmi worship?

Diwali is celebrated on Amavasya, or the new moon day, of the Hindu month of Kartik. According to Hindu legends, Goddess Lakshmi emerged from the ocean during the Samudra Manthan and chose Lord Vishnu as her husband on Diwali.

The day is therefore considered particularly auspicious for worshipping the Goddess of wealth and prosperity. Devotees light diyas, decorate their homes, offer prayers and seek blessings for happiness, financial stability and good fortune.

Lakshmi Puja is traditionally performed after sunset during Pradosh Kaal, when Amavasya Tithi is prevailing. The combination of the tithi and an auspicious Lagna is considered important while selecting the puja timing.

Can you perform Diwali Lakshmi Puja outside Pradosh Kaal?

Pradosh Kaal after sunset is traditionally considered the preferred period for Diwali Lakshmi Puja, provided Amavasya Tithi prevails. However, if devotees are unable to perform the ritual during this period, they may consider another auspicious fixed Lagna timing.

The Kumbha, Vrishabha and Simha Lagnas offer alternative windows on November 8 and into the early hours of November 9. The most suitable timing may depend on individual circumstances, family traditions and the local panchang.