Kalashtami 2026: Check the correct date, timings, significance, puja rituals, fasting rules and powerful mantras for Adhik Kalashtami

Kalashtami is a sacred Hindu observance dedicated to the worship of Lord Kaal Bhairav. On this spiritually significant day, devotees offer prayers with devotion and purity to seek divine blessings. This vrat is observed every month on the Ashtami Tithi during Krishna Paksha.

In June 2026, Kalashtami falls on June 8, and since it occurs during Adhik Maas, it will be referred to as Adhik Kalashtami.

Kalashtami June 2026: Date & Timings

Ashtami Tithi Begins: 03:24 AM, June 8, 2026

Ashtami Tithi Ends: 03:23 AM, June 9, 2026

Religious & Spiritual Significance

Kalashtami holds deep religious importance among Hindus as it is entirely devoted to Lord Kaal Bhairav. Devotees worship him with sincerity and faith to receive his divine grace.

Lord Bhairav is believed to eliminate the five negative traits, attachment, lust, anger, greed, and pride, helping individuals become better human beings.

It is believed that sincere worship on this day helps remove the evil eye, negative energies, evil spirits, and even the effects of black magic.

Kalashtami Puja Rituals

• Begin the day early by waking up before sunrise and taking a holy bath.
• Observe a fast from dawn to dusk as a mark of devotion.
• Offer prayers to Lord Kaal Bhairav with a pure heart.
• Visit a Kaal Bhairav temple, if possible, to seek blessings.
• Light a four-faced diya using mustard oil.
• Offer meetha roti (sweet bread) as prasad to the deity.

Powerful Mantras to Chant

"Om Shree Kaal Bhairavaye Namah..!!"
"Om Hreem Vatukaya Apad Uddharanaya Kuru Kuru Bhairavaya Namah..!!"