October 2026 Purnima Date: When is Sharad Purnima? Check tithi, shubh muhurat and significance

Purnima October 2026 Date: The full moon day of Ashwin month is considered an important date in the Hindu calendar. Known as Sharad Purnima, Ashwin Purnima and Kojagari Purnima in different traditions, the festival is associated with the worship of the Moon, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu. In 2026, Sharad Purnima will be observed on Sunday, October 25. The Purnima tithi will begin at around 11:55 am on October 25 and end at 9:41 am on October 26.

When is Sharad Purnima in October 2026?

Sharad Purnima falls on the Purnima tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month of Ashwin. In 2026, the festival will be observed on October 25. The tithi, however, will remain in effect until the morning of October 26. This is why some calendars may show October 26 alongside October 25 when listing the Ashwin Purnima. Panchang-based festival dates depend on when the relevant tithi prevails according to the local calendar.

Sharad Purnima 2026 date: Sunday, October 25

Purnima tithi begins: October 25 at about 11:55 am
Purnima tithi ends: October 26 at about 9:41 am
Kojagari Lakshmi Puja Nishita period: Around 11:39 pm to 12:30 am, according to New Delhi calculations.

Timings can vary slightly depending on the city and the Panchang followed.

Sharad Purnima 2026 shubh muhurat

The night of Sharad Purnima is considered significant for Lakshmi worship in several Hindu traditions. The Nishita Kaal, or midnight period, is especially associated with Kojagari Puja. For New Delhi, the Nishita period on October 25 is calculated at approximately 11:39 pm to 12:30 am. Devotees who follow this tradition may perform Lakshmi Puja during this period. Since auspicious timings are location-specific, people should check their local Panchang before beginning a puja.

Sharad Purnima significance?

Sharad Purnima marks the full moon associated with the beginning of the Sharad season. Traditional Hindu beliefs attach special significance to the Moon on this night. The festival is also known as Kojagari Purnima or Kojagara Purnima in several regions. The word is linked to the traditional question, “Who is awake?” According to the belief associated with Kojagari Puja, Goddess Lakshmi visits the earth during the night and blesses those who remain awake and worship her.

Sharad Purnima kheer tradition

One of the most familiar customs associated with Sharad Purnima is preparing kheer and keeping it under the moonlight overnight. According to traditional belief, the kheer is placed in an open area where it can receive the Moon's rays. It is then consumed as prasad the following day. This practice is a religious tradition rather than a scientifically established health treatment. Different families and regions follow their own versions of the ritual.

Sharad Purnima significance for Lakshmi Puja

Sharad Purnima is closely linked with Goddess Lakshmi worship, particularly through the Kojagari tradition. Devotees may clean their homes, light lamps and offer flowers, sweets and other items to Goddess Lakshmi. Some observe a fast during the day and conduct prayers at night. The underlying theme is devotion and the traditional association of the full moon night with prosperity and abundance.

Other names of Sharad Purnima

Sharad Purnima is known by different names across India. These include:

• Ashwin Purnima
• Kojagari Purnima
• Kojagara Purnima
• Kumar Purnima
• Kaumudi Purnima
• Raas Purnima

The customs connected with the day can differ considerably from one region to another.

Sharad Purnima 2026: Key details

Detail	Date/Time
Sharad Purnima	October 25, 2026, Sunday
Hindu month	Ashwin
Tithi	Shukla Paksha Purnima
Purnima begins	October 25, around 11:55 am
Purnima ends	October 26, around 9:41 am
Kojagari Nishita Kaal	Around 11:39 pm to 12:30 am
Main worship	Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Vishnu and Chandra Dev