Hanuman Jayanti 2026 Date — Thursday, April 2, 2026
When is Hanuman Jayanti in 2026? Hanuman Jayanti 2026 falls on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Observance: Hanuman Jayanti. City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Other years: Hanuman Jayanti 2025 date · Hanuman Jayanti 2027 date
Hanuman Jayanti 2026 muhurat & timings — Delhi
| Sunrise | 06:10 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 06:39 pm |
| Moonrise | 07:02 pm |
| Brahma Muhurat | 04:38 am – 05:24 am |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 12:00 pm – 12:49 pm |
| Rahu Kaal (avoid) | 01:58 pm – 03:32 pm |
| Tithi at sunrise | Shukla Purnima |
| Nakshatra | Hasta |
These are the day’s general muhurats and Rahu Kaal for Delhi, computed from the AllMandir panchang. Festival puja timings vary by tradition and city — open the full panchang for Thu, 2 April 2026 or ask your local mandir.
Why we celebrate
Birth of Hanuman — embodiment of bhakti, strength, and service to Rama.
How it is celebrated
Hanuman Chalisa, sindoor offering, wrestling events, temple processions.
Puja timing
Sunrise puja (Hanuman born at dawn); full day fasting optional.
Foods & offerings
Besan ladoo, fruits; many observe salt-free fast.
Rituals
- Apply sindoor from Hanuman murti.
- Chant Hanuman Chalisa 11 or 108 times.
- Offer bundi or vada malai at temples.
Hanuman Jayanti dates by year
| Year | Date & day |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Hanuman Jayanti 2025 date |
| 2026 | Thu, 2 April 2026 |
| 2027 | Hanuman Jayanti 2027 date |
| 2028 | Hanuman Jayanti 2028 date |
Hindu festivals around Hanuman Jayanti 2026
- Ram Navami 2026 date — Fri, 27 March 2026
- Vishu 2026 date — Tue, 14 April 2026
- Baisakhi 2026 date — Tue, 14 April 2026
- Tamil Puthandu 2026 date — Tue, 14 April 2026
- Ugadi 2026 date — Thu, 19 March 2026
- Gudi Padwa 2026 date — Thu, 19 March 2026
- Chaitra Navratri 2026 date — Thu, 19 March 2026
- Akshaya Tritiya 2026 date — Mon, 20 April 2026
- Holi 2026 date — Wed, 4 March 2026
- Buddha Purnima 2026 date — Fri, 1 May 2026
- Holika Dahan 2026 date — Tue, 3 March 2026
- Maha Shivaratri 2026 date — Sun, 15 February 2026
Hanuman Jayanti 2026 puja & muhurat timings in major cities
| City | Abhijit Muhurat | Rahu Kaal (avoid) | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 12:00 pm – 12:49 pm | 01:58 pm – 03:32 pm | 06:10 am | 06:39 pm |
| Mumbai | 12:17 pm – 01:06 pm | 02:14 pm – 03:47 pm | 06:31 am | 06:52 pm |
| Bengaluru | 11:58 am – 12:47 pm | 01:55 pm – 03:27 pm | 06:15 am | 06:31 pm |
| Chennai | 11:48 am – 12:37 pm | 01:44 pm – 03:16 pm | 06:04 am | 06:20 pm |
| Hyderabad | 11:55 am – 12:44 pm | 01:52 pm – 03:24 pm | 06:10 am | 06:29 pm |
| Kolkata | 11:15 am – 12:05 pm | 01:13 pm – 02:46 pm | 05:28 am | 05:52 pm |
Times come from each city’s own sunrise, sunset and panchang for Thu, 2 April 2026.
Hanuman Jayanti 2026 FAQ
What time is Abhijit Muhurat on Hanuman Jayanti 2026 in Delhi?
Abhijit Muhurat in Delhi on Thu, 2 April 2026 is 12:00 pm – 12:49 pm (local time, AllMandir panchang). See the table for other cities.
