Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 on June 3 or 4? Check when is Vibhuvana Sankashti correct date, shubh muhurat, vrat vidhi, significance and more

Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi is considered one of the most important Sankashti Chaturthi observances in Hindu tradition. This special Chaturthi falls during the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the Moon) of Adhik Maas, a sacred extra lunar month that appears once every three years.

Vibhuvana Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 Date and Time

This year, there is some uncertainty among devotees regarding the exact date of Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi, as the Chaturthi tithi overlaps between June 3 and June 4. As a result, many devotees are looking for clarity on the correct fasting date, moonrise timing, puja muhurat and rituals associated with the festival.

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Vibhuvana Sankashti Chaturthi in 2026 falls on Wednesday, 3 June 2026. The Chaturthi Tithi begins on 3 June 2026 at 9:21 PM and ends on 4 June 2026 at 11:30 PM. The Chandrodayam (Moonrise) time is 9:54 PM on 3 June 2026.

Since Adhik Maas itself occurs only once in three years, Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi is also observed only once during that period, making it a rare and highly significant occasion for devotees of Lord Ganesha.

Vibhuvana Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 Shubh Muhurat

Vrat Begins: Sunrise on 3 June 2026

Chaturthi Tithi Starts: 9:21 PM, 3 June 2026

Chaturthi Tithi Ends: 11:30 PM, 4 June 2026

Moonrise (General): ~9:54 PM, 3 June 2026

Vrat Ends: After moon sighting on 3 June 2026

Sankashti Chaturthi June 2026 Significance

The day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the deity associated with wisdom, success and prosperity.

Devotees observe a strict fast and perform special prayers seeking Lord Ganesha's blessings. According to Hindu beliefs, worshipping Ganpati on this day helps remove difficulties, brings peace, and opens the path to happiness and prosperity.

City	Approximate Moonrise Time

Mumbai

9:50 PM

Delhi

9:45 PM

Chennai

9:40 PM

Pune

9:52 PM

Bengaluru

9:45 PM

Hyderabad

9:44 PM

Ahmedabad

9:58 PM

Kolkata

9:25 PM

Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi is regarded as a powerful occasion for seeking divine blessings and overcoming challenges. Since it occurs only once every three years during Adhik Maas, many devotees consider it especially auspicious for prayer, fasting and spiritual growth.

Those observing the vrat believe that sincere worship of Lord Ganesha on this day helps remove obstacles, fulfill wishes and bring positive changes in life.

Puja Vidhi and rituals

On this auspicious day, devotees wake up early, take a holy bath and take a vow to observe the Sankashti fast.

Special offerings are made to Lord Ganesha, including durva grass, modaks, fruits and sweets. Devotees chant Ganesh mantras, recite prayers and perform aarti with devotion.

The fast is concluded only after moonrise, when devotees offer arghya to the Moon and seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha for a life free from obstacles and filled with prosperity.