Amavasya Tithi in 2026

Amavasya Tithi falls on the last day of Krishna Paksha of every month according to the Hindu calendar. On this day the moon remains invisible in the sky and is considered a symbol of darkness and spiritual practice. Amavasya Tithi is considered extremely important from religious, spiritual and astrological point of view.

This day is suitable for peace, meditation and sadhana of ancestors. Amavasya is also related to the worship of Shani Dev, Pitru Dosh Nivaran and Goddess Kali. It is considered auspicious for sadhana, tarpan and donation.

Religious significance of Amavasya Tithi

• Pitru Tarpan: Performing tarpan and pinddaan for ancestors on Amavasya Tithi gives freedom from Pitru Dosh.
• Shani Puja: It is auspicious to worship Shani Dev and other Navgrahas on this day.
• Goddess Kali and Shiva Puja: Worshiping Goddess Kali and Lord Shiva on Amavasya gives mental peace and freedom from sufferings.
• Charity and virtue: Donating to the poor and Brahmins on this day brings auspicious results.

Amavasya Vrat and Puja Vidhi

• Morning Bath: Take a bath in a holy river or bathe at home with water mixed with Gangajal.
• Pitru Tarpan: Perform Tarpan with water, sesame seeds, and Kusha for the peace of the souls of ancestors.
• Shani and Kali Puja: Offer black sesame seeds, mustard oil, and lamps to Lord Shani and Goddess Kali.
• Charity: Donate food, clothes, and money to the poor.
• Sadhana and Meditation: Meditating and performing Sadhana on the night of Amavasya brings spiritual energy.

Festivals associated with Amavasya Tithi

• Somvati Amavasya: When Amavasya falls on Monday, it is considered especially holy. Worship of Shiva and Parvati is important on this day.
• Mahalaya Amavasya: It is celebrated as the last date of Pitru Paksha.
• Shani Amavasya: This day is auspicious for getting the blessings of Lord Shani.
• Deep Amavasya: This date falls at the time of Diwali and is important for Lakshmi Puja.

Mythology

According to a legend, the doors of Pitruloka are open on the day of Amavasya, and the ancestors accept the tarpan and donations made by their descendants. On this day, the souls of the ancestors get peace and satisfaction.

Pitru Tarpan

Amavasya is called the day of ancestors. Feeding someone on this day means that we are offering food to our ancestors. By doing this, one gets freedom from Pitru Dosh and the souls of ancestors get peace.

Benefits of Amavasya Tithi

• One gets freedom from Pitru Dosh.
• Mental peace and stability is achieved.
• Troubles are relieved by the grace of Goddess Kali and Shani Dev.
• Donation and virtue pave the way for Akshaya Phal and Moksha.

Amavasya Tithi Timings 2026

These Amavasya dates are according to the Hindu calendar and are considered important all over India. These dates are important for religious and social occasions and are useful in various religious functions.

Amavasya Tithi in January 2026

Magha Amavasya
Sunday, 18 January 2026
18 January 2026 at 12:03 AM – 19 January 2026 at 01:21 AM

Amavasya Tithi in February 2026

Phalguna Amavasya
Tuesday, 17 February 2026
16 February 2026 at 05:34 PM – 17 February 2026 at 05:30 PM

Amavasya Tithi in March 2026

Chaitra Amavasya
Wednesday, 18 March 2026
18 March 2026 at 08:25 AM – 19 March 2026 at 06:52 AM

Amavasya Tithi in April 2026

Vaishakha Amavasya
Friday, 17 April 2026
16 April 2026 at 08:11 PM – 17 April 2026 at 05:21 PM

Amavasya Tithi in May 2026

Jyeshtha Amavasya
Saturday, 16 May 2026
16 May 2026 at 05:11 AM – 17 May 2026 at 01:30 AM

Amavasya Tithi in June 2026

Adhika Darsha Amavasya
Sunday, 14 June 2026
14 June 2026 at 12:19 PM – 15 June 2026 at 08:23 AM

Jyeshtha Adhika Amavasya, Somvati Amavasya
Monday, 15 June 2026
14 June 2026 at 12:19 PM – 15 June 2026 at 08:23 AM

Amavasya Tithi in July 2026

Ashadha Amavasya
Tuesday, 14 July 2026
13 July 2026 at 06:49 PM – 14 July 2026 at 03:12 PM

Amavasya Tithi in August 2026

Shravana Amavasya
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
12 August 2026 at 01:52 AM – 12 August 2026 at 11:06 PM

Amavasya Tithi in September 2026

Bhadrapada Amavasya
Thursday, 10 September 2026
10 September 2026 at 10:33 AM – 11 September 2026 at 08:56 AM

Amavasya Tithi in October 2026

Ashwina Amavasya, Shani Amavasya
Saturday, 10 October 2026
9 October 2026 at 09:35 PM – 10 October 2026 at 09:19 PM

Amavasya Tithi in November 2026

Kartika Amavasya
Sunday, 8 November 2026
8 November 2026 at 11:27 AM – 9 November 2026 at 12:31 PM

Amavasya Tithi in December 2026

Margashirsha Amavasya
Tuesday, 8 December 2026
8 December 2026 at 04:12 AM – 9 December 2026 at 06:21 AM