Som Pradosh Vrat 2026: Date, puja timings, significance, rituals and benefits of observing Sawan somvar and Pradosh vrat together

Som Pradosh Vrat is a highly auspicious fast dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed when Pradosh Vrat falls on a Monday. The word “Som” refers to Monday, which is already considered sacred for Shiva worship. This year it falls on the same day as the second sawan.

Som Pradosh Vrat Date

The Som Pradosh Vrat will be observed on August 10th.

Auspicious timings for Shiva Puja on August 10, 2026

Sawan Monday puja timings: 5:47 am to 7:27 am and 9:07 am to 10:47 am
Som Pradosh Vrat puja time: 7:05 pm to 9:14 pm

Significance of Som Pradosh Vrat

1. Dedicated to seeking blessings of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati

2. Believed to remove sins and obstacles

3. Helps in fulfilling wishes and desires

4. Considered especially powerful for:

Marriage-related issues

Health and peace

Career and prosperity

Benefits Of Observing Sawan Somvar And Pradosh Vrat Together

All Mondays during the holy month of Sawan are considered highly auspicious for worshipping Lord Shiva. When a Sawan Monday coincides with Pradosh Vrat, it is believed to become even more powerful and spiritually rewarding. According to traditional beliefs, prayers and rituals performed on this day are said to bring quicker and more positive results.

1. Rituals like Rudrabhishek and Jalabhishek are believed to yield more favourable outcomes compared to regular days.

2. Those seeking marriage or facing delays in finding a suitable partner may see their wishes fulfilled sooner.

3. It is considered beneficial for improving harmony in married life and resolving issues in relationships.

4. Devotees may be blessed with good health, longevity and happiness related to children.

5. Observing the fast is also believed to help ease financial difficulties, debts and mental stress.

Rituals of Som Pradosh Vrat

Morning Preparation

1. Wake up early and take a bath

2. Clean the home and puja space

3. Take a sankalp (vow) to observe the fast with devotion

Observing The Fast

1. Devotees keep a full-day fast (nirjal or with fruits and milk)

2. Follow a satvik diet if not fasting completely

Evening Puja

1. The main puja is performed during sunset hours

Offer:

Bel Patra

Water, milk, honey to the Shiva Lingam

Flowers, incense and lamp

Chant:

“Om Namah Shivaya”

Shiva Aarti

Listening To Vrat Katha

Devotees listen to or read the Pradosh Vrat Katha, which explains the significance of the fast

Breaking The Fast

The fast is usually broken after the evening puja or the next morning

Begin with light, satvik food