Chaturdashi Tithi in 2026

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Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Friday, 2 January 2026
Chaturdashi tithi start : 1 January 2026 at 10:22 pm
Chaturdashi tithi end : 2 January 2026 at 06:53 pm

Chaturdashi Tithi falls on the fourteenth date of Shukla and Krishna Paksha according to the Hindu calendar. This date has special significance from a religious and spiritual point of view. It is considered sacred for the worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Kali. Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha is especially celebrated as "Narak Chaturdashi" and "Shiva Chaturdashi", while Shiva worship is also performed on Chaturdashi of Shukla Paksha.

Religious significance of Chaturdashi Tithi

Chaturdashi Tithi is related to Lord Shiva and his devotees. This day is considered a symbol of self-purification, meditation, and devotion. According to mythological beliefs, on this day Lord Shiva killed a demon named Tripurasura, due to which this date is also called "Tripurari Chaturdashi". Apart from this, on the day of Narak Chaturdashi, Lord Krishna killed Narakasura and freed the earth from his terror.

Method of Chaturdashi Vrat

Morning bath: On this day, wake up early in the morning and take a bath and take a vow of fasting with a pure mind.
Worship of Lord Shiva: Offer water, milk, bel leaves, and flowers on the Shivling to receive the blessings of Lord Shiva.
Deepdaan: Light a lamp in the evening and worship Lord Shiva and Yamraj.
Mantra Japa: Chant "Om Namah Shivaya" and Mahamrityunjaya Mantra.
Bhajan-Kirtan: Listen to Shiva bhajans and stories related to Chaturdashi.

Major Chaturdashis

Trayodashi-Chaturdashi: Associated with Shiva Chaturdashi and Pradosh Vrat.
Narak Chaturdashi: Celebrated a day before Diwali. It is also called "Chhoti Diwali".
Tripurari Chaturdashi: Celebrated in memory of Lord Shiva's killing of Tripurasura.

Mythological stories

Tripurasura Vadha: According to a legend, on Chaturdashi Tithi, Lord Shiva defeated the demon named Tripurasura and freed the three worlds from his slavery.
Narakasura Vadh: On the day of Naraka Chaturdashi, Lord Krishna killed Narakasura and freed 16,000 girls from his tyranny. On this day, prayers are offered for freedom from hell by lighting lamps.

Message of Chaturdashi Tithi

Chaturdashi Tithi teaches us that even the biggest crisis can be resolved by following the path of truth, religion, and self-purification. This day symbolizes the victory of good over evil and the purity of the soul.

Benefits of Chaturdashi

With the grace of Lord Shiva, the troubles of life are removed.
Wishes are fulfilled.
Mental peace and self-confidence are attained.
The path to liberation and salvation from sins is paved.

Chaturdashi Tithi Timings 2026

According to the Hindu calendar, the fourteenth day is called Chaturdashi. Chaturdashi falls in both Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha. Chaturdashi comes twice a month. Chaturdashi has its own special significance in Hinduism. The famous festivals falling on Chaturdashi Tithi are Narak Chaturdashi, Bahula Chaturdashi, Anant Chaturdashi, Baikund Chaturdashi and Holika Dahan. Lord Hanuman is worshiped on the day of Narak Chaturdashi. There is a belief in the worship of Lord Ganesha of Anant Chaturdashi. Lord Vishnu is worshiped on Chaturdashi.

Chaturdashi Tithi – January 2026

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Friday, 2 January 2026
Tithi Timing: 1 January 2026 at 10:22 pm – 2 January 2026 at 06:53 pm

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Saturday, 17 January 2026
Tithi Timing: 16 January 2026 at 10:22 pm – 18 January 2026 at 12:04 am

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Sunday, 1 February 2026
Tithi Timing: 31 January 2026 at 08:26 am – 1 February 2026 at 05:53 am

Chaturdashi Tithi – February 2026

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Monday, 16 February 2026
Tithi Timing: 15 February 2026 at 05:05 pm – 16 February 2026 at 05:34 pm

Chaturdashi Tithi – March 2026

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Monday, 2 March 2026
Tithi Timing: 1 March 2026 at 07:09 pm – 2 March 2026 at 05:56 pm

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Wednesday, 18 March 2026
Tithi Timing: 17 March 2026 at 09:23 am – 18 March 2026 at 08:25 am

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Wednesday, 1 April 2026
Tithi Timing: 31 March 2026 at 06:56 am – 1 April 2026 at 07:06 am

Chaturdashi Tithi – April 2026

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Thursday, 16 April 2026
Tithi Timing: 15 April 2026 at 10:31 pm – 16 April 2026 at 08:11 pm

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Thursday, 30 April 2026
Tithi Timing: 29 April 2026 at 07:52 pm – 30 April 2026 at 09:13 pm

Chaturdashi Tithi – May 2026

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Saturday, 16 May 2026
Tithi Timing: 15 May 2026 at 08:31 am – 16 May 2026 at 05:11 am

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Saturday, 30 May 2026
Tithi Timing: 29 May 2026 at 09:51 am – 30 May 2026 at 11:58 am

Chaturdashi Tithi – June 2026

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Sunday, 14 June 2026
Tithi Timing: 13 June 2026 at 04:08 pm – 14 June 2026 at 12:20 pm

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Monday, 29 June 2026
Tithi Timing: 28 June 2026 at 12:43 am – 29 June 2026 at 03:06 am

Chaturdashi Tithi – July 2026

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Monday, 13 July 2026
Tithi Timing: 12 July 2026 at 10:30 pm – 13 July 2026 at 06:50 pm

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Tuesday, 28 July 2026
Tithi Timing: 27 July 2026 at 04:15 pm – 28 July 2026 at 06:19 pm

Chaturdashi Tithi – August 2026

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
Tithi Timing: 11 August 2026 at 04:54 am – 12 August 2026 at 01:53 am

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
Thursday, 27 August 2026
Tithi Timing: 26 August 2026 at 07:59 am – 27 August 2026 at 09:09 am

Chaturdashi Tithi – September 2026

Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Thursday, 10 September 2026
Tithi Timing: 9 September 2026 at 12:31 pm – 10 September 2026 at 10:33 am

Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi (Anant Chaturdashi)
Friday, 25 September 2026
Tithi Timing: 24 September 2026 at 11:18 pm – 25 September 2026 at 11:07 pm