Sharad Navratri 2026
शारदीय नवरात्रि
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Sharad Navratri (शारदीय नवरात्रि) 2026 falls on Monday, 12 October 2026. Planetary ruler: Maa Durga (nine forms). Auspicious muhurat: Ghatasthapana: 6:15 AM to 9:30 AM IST on Oct 12. Nine-night autumn festival worshipping nine forms of Maa Durga. Most celebrated Navratri. Get authentic Vedic guidance, dos & don'ts, and personal predictions based on your birth chart.
Significance
Powerful Shakti period. Each day's color and form brings specific blessings.
✓ Do's
- ●Establish Kalash and Akhand Jyoti
- ●Observe 9-day fast
- ●Recite Durga Saptashati
- ●Perform Kanya Pujan on Ashtami/Navami
✗ Don'ts
- ●Avoid non-vegetarian food
- ●Do not cut hair or shave
- ●Avoid leather goods
- ●Do not extinguish Akhand Jyoti
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When is Sharad Navratri 2026?
Sharad Navratri 2026 falls on Monday, 12 October 2026.
What is the muhurat for Sharad Navratri 2026?
Ghatasthapana: 6:15 AM to 9:30 AM IST on Oct 12
Who is the planetary ruler of Sharad Navratri?
The planetary ruler of Sharad Navratri is Maa Durga (nine forms).
What is the significance of Sharad Navratri?
Powerful Shakti period. Each day's color and form brings specific blessings.