Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 Date — Sunday, November 8, 2026
When is Naraka Chaturdashi in 2026? Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 falls on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
Observance: Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Other years: Naraka Chaturdashi 2025 date · Naraka Chaturdashi 2027 date
Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 muhurat & timings — Delhi
| Sunrise | 06:38 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 05:31 pm |
| Moonrise | 05:36 am |
| Brahma Muhurat | 04:53 am – 05:45 am |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 11:42 am – 12:26 pm |
| Rahu Kaal (avoid) | 04:09 pm – 05:31 pm |
| Tithi at sunrise | Krishna Chaturdashi |
| Nakshatra | Swati |
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 Sun, 8 November 2026 or ask your local mandir.
Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Sat, 7 November 2026 | |
| Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) | Sun, 8 November 2026 | Main day |
| Diwali — Lakshmi Puja | Mon, 9 November 2026 |
Why we celebrate
Krishna slayed Narakasura freeing 16,000 princesses; ritual bath before sunrise removes naraka (hellish karma).
How it is celebrated
Abhyang snan (oil bath), diya lighting, choti Diwali fireworks.
Puja timing
Bath before sunrise (Brahma muhurta ideal); evening diya for Yama.
Foods & offerings
Poha, sweets; light breakfast after bath.
Rituals
- Apply ubtan/oil before dawn bath.
- Light diyas at door; worship Yama.
Naraka Chaturdashi dates by year
| Year | Date & day |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Naraka Chaturdashi 2025 date |
| 2026 | Sun, 8 November 2026 |
| 2027 | Naraka Chaturdashi 2027 date |
| 2028 | Naraka Chaturdashi 2028 date |
Hindu festivals around Naraka Chaturdashi 2026
- Diwali 2026 date — Mon, 9 November 2026
- Dhanteras 2026 date — Sat, 7 November 2026
- Govardhan Puja 2026 date — Tue, 10 November 2026
- Bhai Dooj 2026 date — Wed, 11 November 2026
- Chhath Puja 2026 date — Sun, 15 November 2026
- Skanda Sashti 2026 date — Sun, 15 November 2026
- Karva Chauth 2026 date — Thu, 29 October 2026
- Tulsi Vivah 2026 date — Sat, 21 November 2026
- Sharad Purnima 2026 date — Sun, 25 October 2026
- Kartik Purnima 2026 date — Tue, 24 November 2026
- Dussehra 2026 date — Tue, 20 October 2026
- Durga Puja 2026 date — Mon, 19 October 2026
Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 puja & muhurat timings in major cities
| City | Abhijit Muhurat | Rahu Kaal (avoid) | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 11:42 am – 12:26 pm | 04:09 pm – 05:31 pm | 06:38 am | 05:31 pm |
| Mumbai | 11:59 am – 12:44 pm | 04:37 pm – 06:02 pm | 06:42 am | 06:02 pm |
| Bengaluru | 11:40 am – 12:26 pm | 04:24 pm – 05:51 pm | 06:15 am | 05:51 pm |
| Chennai | 11:29 am – 12:15 pm | 04:13 pm – 05:40 pm | 06:04 am | 05:40 pm |
| Hyderabad | 11:36 am – 12:22 pm | 04:16 pm – 05:41 pm | 06:17 am | 05:41 pm |
| Kolkata | 10:57 am – 11:42 am | 03:31 pm – 04:55 pm | 05:44 am | 04:55 pm |
Times come from each city’s own sunrise, sunset and panchang for Sun, 8 November 2026.
Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 FAQ
What time is Abhijit Muhurat on Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 in Delhi?
Abhijit Muhurat in Delhi on Sun, 8 November 2026 is 11:42 am – 12:26 pm (local time, AllMandir panchang). See the table for other cities.
