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Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Sunday, 15 February 2026
Shivaratri Start : 15 February 2026 at 05:04 pm
Shivaratri Ends : 16 February 2026 at 05:34 pm

According to the Hindu calendar, Masik Shivratri is observed on the Chaturdashi date of Krishna Paksha every month. This fast symbolizes the union of Lord Shiva and Shakti. "Masik" means month, and "Shivratri" means the night of Lord Shiva. Masik Shivratri Vrat is a sacred medium to get the blessings of Lord Shiva and complete the difficult tasks of life.

According to Indian mythology, Lord Shiva appeared in the form of Linga on the midnight of Mahashivratri. Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma first worshipped the Shivling. While Mahashivratri is celebrated once a year, Masik Shivratri provides an opportunity to worship Lord Shiva every month.

Method of Masik Shivratri Vrat

Start of the fast

Devotees can start the Masik Shivratri Vrat from the day of Mahashivratri and follow it continuously for a year.

Bath and Purity

Take a bath in the morning and take a vow to fast with a pure mind.
Light a lamp in front of Lord Shiva and meditate.

Puja Samagri

Offer water, milk, curd, honey, and Gangajal on Shivling.
Offer Belpatra, Dhatura, sandalwood, and flowers.

Ratri Jagran

Devotees should stay awake and worship on the night of Shivratri.
Perform Abhishek Puja of Shivling in all four prahars of the night.

Mantra Jaap and Bhajans

Chant "Om Namah Shivaya" mantra.
Recite Shiv Chalisa and Rudrashtak.

Observance of fast

Eat fruits on the day of fast and avoid tamasic food.
Conclude the fast the next day after the morning puja.

Significance of Masik Shivratri Vrat

Special for married and unmarried women

Unmarried women observe this fast to get a suitable groom.
Married women observe it to maintain happiness and peace in their married life.

Wish Fulfillment

By observing this fast, even impossible tasks become possible.
With the grace of Lord Shiva, even the difficult tasks of life are completed.

Spiritual benefits

Fasting and vigil on Shivratri brings spiritual purity and peace.
This fast leads the devotees on the path of salvation.

Mythological belief

According to the stories, Lord Shiva appeared in the form of Linga on this day and protected the universe. Worshiping Shivlinga destroys all the sins of a person and brings happiness and prosperity in life. Worshiping Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati on this holy day blesses the devotees.

Message of Monthly Shivratri Vrat

The Monthly Shivratri Vrat teaches us the importance of devotion, restraint, and self-restraint. This day is an opportunity to receive the blessings of Lord Shiva and bring positivity in life. On this great festival of Shiva and Shakti, meditate and worship Lord Shiva.

Chant "Om Namah Shivaya" and receive the blessings of Lord Shiva.

Masik Shivaratri Vrat Tithi Timings 2026

According to Hindu calendar, this fast of Shivaratri is known as monthly Shivaratri on Chaturdashi Tithi during Krishna Paksha. Shivaratri is the great festival of the convergence of Shiva and Shakti.