{"id":69,"date":"2026-10-06T17:12:23","date_gmt":"2026-10-06T11:42:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/?p=69"},"modified":"2026-10-06T17:12:23","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T11:42:23","slug":"navratri-pooja-muhurat-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/navratri-pooja-muhurat-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Navratri Pooja Muhurat 2026: Ghatasthapana Time, Dates and Puja Vidhi"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Navratri Pooja Muhurat 2026 begins with Ghatasthapana on Sunday, 11 October, between 6:19 AM and 10:12 AM. Shardiya Navratri 2026 runs from 11 October to 19 October. Dussehra follows on Tuesday, 20 October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The correct timing matters because tradition links the first prayer to the blessings of the whole festival. This guide covers the Navratri muhurat, the day-wise calendar, and the puja vidhi. All timings follow the Delhi Panchang, so check your local timings before you begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When Does Navratri Start in 2026?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Navratri 2026 starts on Sunday, 11 October 2026. Devotees across India ask this question every year because the date depends on the Pratipada tithi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navratri start date: Sunday, 11 October 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navratri end date: Monday, 19 October 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dussehra (Vijayadashami): Tuesday, 20 October 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The festival covers nine calendar days. Plan your leave, shopping, and fasting schedule around these dates.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"583\" src=\"https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-2026-Festival-Announcement-1024x583.png\" alt=\"When Does Navratri Start in 2026\" class=\"wp-image-71\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7564609403077727;width:617px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-2026-Festival-Announcement-1024x583.png 1024w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-2026-Festival-Announcement-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-2026-Festival-Announcement-768x437.png 768w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-2026-Festival-Announcement-1536x874.png 1536w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-2026-Festival-Announcement.png 1662w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is the Navratri Pooja Muhurat 2026?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main Navratri Pooja Muhurat 2026 is the Ghatasthapana window on 11 October, from 6:19 AM to 10:12 AM. Two more timings matter later in the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Navratri shubh muhurat for Sandhi Puja falls on 19 October, between 10:27 AM and 11:15 AM. The Kanya Pujan timing also falls on 19 October, around 10:51 AM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many families ask for the Navratri puja time for daily prayers. Daily worship has no fixed muhurat, so most families pray in the morning after a bath. Therefore, the Navratri Pooja Muhurat 2026 mainly guides three events: Ghatasthapana, Sandhi Puja, and Kanya Pujan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is the Ghatasthapana Muhurat 2026?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Ghatasthapana muhurat on 11 October 2026 runs from 6:19 AM to 10:12 AM. Ghatasthapana is also called Kalash Sthapana. It marks the formal start of Navratri worship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Pratipada tithi begins on 10 October at 9:19 PM and ends on 11 October at 9:30 PM. However, the Udaya Tithi rule says the tithi at sunrise counts for the day. Therefore, the first day of Navratri falls on 11 October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Keep these points in mind about the Navratri sthapana muhurat:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not set up the kalash on the night of 10 October<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the morning window on 11 October<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finish the Navratri ghat sthapana before 10:12 AM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check your local sunrise, because timings shift slightly from city to city<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common mistake is to start the Navratri sthapana the night before, since the tithi begins then. Sunrise decides the day, so wait for the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask an astrologer for your exact Navratri sthapana time. You can try the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/free-astrology-chat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free astrology chat on KundliChat<\/a><\/strong> for help with local timings.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"583\" src=\"https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Ghatasthapana-Muhurat-Guide-1024x583.png\" alt=\"Ghatasthapana Muhurat 2026\" class=\"wp-image-72\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7564609403077727;width:659px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Ghatasthapana-Muhurat-Guide-1024x583.png 1024w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Ghatasthapana-Muhurat-Guide-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Ghatasthapana-Muhurat-Guide-768x437.png 768w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Ghatasthapana-Muhurat-Guide-1536x874.png 1536w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Ghatasthapana-Muhurat-Guide.png 1662w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is the Navratri 2026 Day-Wise Calendar?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each day of Navratri honors one form of Maa Durga and carries one lucky color. The table below lists all days for 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Date<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Day<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Goddess<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Colour<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11 Oct<\/td><td>Sunday<\/td><td>Maa Shailputri (Ghatasthapana)<\/td><td>Orange<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12 Oct<\/td><td>Monday<\/td><td>Maa Brahmacharini<\/td><td>White<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>13 Oct<\/td><td>Tuesday<\/td><td>Maa Chandraghanta<\/td><td>Red<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>14 Oct<\/td><td>Wednesday<\/td><td>Maa Kushmanda<\/td><td>Royal Blue<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>15 Oct<\/td><td>Thursday<\/td><td>Maa Skandamata<\/td><td>Yellow<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>16 Oct<\/td><td>Friday<\/td><td>Maa Katyayani (Durga Puja begins)<\/td><td>Green<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>17 Oct<\/td><td>Saturday<\/td><td>Maa Kalaratri<\/td><td>Grey<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>18 Oct<\/td><td>Sunday<\/td><td>Maa Mahagauri<\/td><td>Purple<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>19 Oct<\/td><td>Monday<\/td><td>Durga Ashtami and Maha Navami<\/td><td>Peacock Green<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>20 Oct<\/td><td>Tuesday<\/td><td>Vijayadashami and Durga Visarjan<\/td><td>As you wish<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wearing the daily color is a popular custom. It is optional, but many families follow it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When Are Ashtami and Navami in 2026?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both Ashtami and Navami fall on Monday, 19 October 2026, according to the Delhi Panchang. This happens when two tithis overlap on one day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The day includes three key events:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sandhi Puja: 10:27 AM to 11:15 AM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kanya Pujan for Ashtami: before 10:51 AM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kanya Pujan for Navami: after 10:51 AM<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So follow your family custom. If you observe Ashtami, hold Kanya Pujan in the morning before 10:51 AM. If you observe Navami, hold it afterward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Do You Perform Ghatasthapana During Navratri?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You perform Ghatasthapana by placing a filled kalash on a bed of soil and barley during the morning muhurat. <strong>Follow these steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean the puja area and spread a fresh cloth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare a clay or copper kalash and fill it with clean water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spread soil on a plate and sow barley seeds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set the kalash on the soil, then add mango leaves and a coconut wrapped in red cloth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invoke Maa Durga with a short prayer and a clear intention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light a diya near the kalash.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Begin daily prayers each morning and evening.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Water the barley lightly each day. Healthy green shoots by Ashtami are seen as a good sign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which Vahan Will Maa Durga Use in Navratri 2026?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maa Durga is believed to arrive on an elephant this year. Tradition says her vahan depends on the weekday when Navratri begins, and this Navratri starts on Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The elephant is a symbol of good rainfall and a rich harvest. Therefore, devotees see this arrival as a sign of prosperity and peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beliefs differ by region and Panchang, so treat this as a traditional view.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Goddess-on-a-Decorated-Elephant-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Which Vahan Will Maa Durga Use in Navratri 2026\" class=\"wp-image-73\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4992888417882142;width:640px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Goddess-on-a-Decorated-Elephant-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Goddess-on-a-Decorated-Elephant-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Goddess-on-a-Decorated-Elephant-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/kundlichat.in\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Navratri-Goddess-on-a-Decorated-Elephant.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Are the Navratri Puja Rules to Follow?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow a simple, clean, and respectful routine for all nine days. <strong>These rules apply in most households:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid onion and garlic in all meals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay away from non-vegetarian food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not drink alcohol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep the Akhand Jyoti burning and refill the oil or ghee on time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respect the women and girls of your home<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your home and puja space clean<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fast and pray as your health and family custom allow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anyone with a health condition should adjust the fast. Devotion matters more than strict rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Is Navratri Celebrated?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Navratri celebrates the victory of Maa Durga over the demon Mahishasura. According to the Devi Mahatmya, she fought him for nine days and defeated him on the tenth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That tenth day is Vijayadashami, also called Dussehra. It also marks the day Lord Rama defeated Ravana. Lord Rama is said to have prayed to Maa Durga before the battle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Both stories carry one message:<\/strong> good wins over evil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions About Navratri 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>When does Navratri start in 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shardiya Navratri starts on Sunday, 11 October 2026, and ends on 19 October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>What is the Navratri Pooja Muhurat 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main muhurat is the Ghatasthapana window on 11 October, from 6:19 AM to 10:12 AM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>What is the Ghatasthapana muhurat in 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It runs from 6:19 AM to 10:12 AM on 11 October, based on the Delhi Panchang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Can I do Ghatasthapana on the night of 10 October?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. The Udaya Tithi rule makes 11 October the first day, so use the morning muhurat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>When are Ashtami and Navami in 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both fall on Monday, 19 October 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>When is Dussehra in 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dussehra falls on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Navratri 2026 runs from 11 October to 19 October, and Dussehra follows on 20 October. The Ghatasthapana muhurat of 6:19 AM to 10:12 AM on 11 October is the most important timing. 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