Dwadashi Shraddha 2025: Date, time, and rituals of Baras Shraddha and all you need to know

Dwadashi Shraddha 2025 will be observed on Thursday, September 18, 2025. This significant ritual of Pitru Paksha Shraddha is dedicated to paying homage to ancestors who departed on the Dwadashi Tithi of either Shukla Paksha or Krishna Paksha. Commonly referred to as Baras Shraddha, the day carries profound spiritual significance in Sanatan Dharma. It is believed that performing Shraddha rituals with sincerity on this occasion grants peace to the departed souls while bestowing blessings, prosperity, and harmony upon the family.

Dwadashi Shraddha 2025 Date and Time

• Date: Thursday, 18 September 2025
• Dwadashi Tithi Begins: 11:39 PM on 17 September 2025
• Dwadashi Tithi Ends: 11:24 PM on 18 September 2025
• Kutup Muhurat: 11:52 AM – 12:41 PM (49 minutes)
• Rohina Muhurat: 12:41 PM – 01:29 PM (49 minutes)
• Aparahna Kaal: 01:29 PM – 03:55 PM (2 hours 26 minutes)

Significance of Baras Shraddha and Moksha

Dwadashi Shraddha is observed for family members who departed on the Dwadashi Tithi. It is also regarded as an auspicious day to offer homage to renunciates (sannyasis) who embraced ascetic life before their passing.

Step-by-Step Rituals for Dwadashi Shraddha

• The day starts with a holy bath and preparation of sattvik (pure vegetarian) food.
• Shraddha rituals are performed during Kutup, Rohina, or Aparahna Kaal.
  
• Key offerings include pind daan, tarpan, and serving meals to Brahmins or the needy.
• Food is prepared without onion and garlic, observing purity and discipline.
• The rituals conclude with tarpan, where water is offered to ancestors with sacred mantras.