Dwadashi Tithi Timings 2026

Dwadashi Tithi is considered extremely sacred and auspicious in the Hindu calendar. It falls on the twelfth date of Shukla and Krishna Paksha and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Dwadashi Tithi is considered extremely suitable for fasting, worship and religious rituals. The special significance of this date is also associated with the breaking of Ekadashi fast. Breaking the fast on Dwadashi Tithi is mandatory and beneficial from a religious point of view.

Religious significance of Dwadashi Tithi

According to mythological beliefs, Dwadashi Tithi is the day of receiving the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi. This date paves the way for seekers to attain salvation and freedom from the sufferings of life. By fasting, donating, and performing religious rituals on this day, a person gets freedom from sins and becomes a part of virtue.

Method of Dwadashi Vrat

• Morning bath: On the day of Dwadashi, wake up early in the morning and take a bath with Ganga water or use pilgrimage water.
• Worship of Lord Vishnu: Offer lamp, incense and naivedya in front of the idol of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi and worship them.
• End of the fast: End the Ekadashi fast at the appropriate time on this day. Eat satvik food while breaking the fast.
• Charity: Donate food, clothes, and money to the poor, Brahmins, and the needy on this day.

Festivals associated with Dwadashi Tithi

• Padma Dwadashi: This date is important for the worship of Lord Vishnu.
• Govind Dwadashi: It is associated with Lord Krishna and Govardhan Puja.
• Vaishnav Dwadashi: This is a special date for the devotees of Vaishnav sect.
• Jayant Dwadashi: By performing religious acts on this day, wishes are fulfilled.

Mythological reference of Dwadashi Tithi

In mythology, Dwadashi Tithi is considered to be the day of special grace of Lord Vishnu. It is mentioned in Skanda Purana and Vishnu Purana that by observing Dwadashi fast, a person gets freedom from all sins.

Benefits of Dwadashi Tithi

• Mental peace and satisfaction is achieved.
• Troubles and problems are removed by the grace of Lord Vishnu.
• Spiritual progress is made in life.
• The path to attain salvation is paved.

Dwadashi Tithi Timings 2026

According to the Hindu calendar, the Twelve day is called Dwadashi. Dwadashi falls in both Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha. Dwadashi comes twice in every month. Dwadashi has its own special significance in Hinduism. Ekadashi fast is ended on the day of Dwadashi itself. The names of festivals and fasts coming in Dwadashi are Kurma Dwadashi Vrat, Govinda Dwadashi, Ram Lakshmana Dwadashi, Govatsa Dwadashi and Guru Dwadashi etc.

Dwadashi Tithi in January 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Thursday, 15 January 2026
Tithi Timing: 14 January 2026 at 05:53 pm - 15 January 2026 at 08:17 pm

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
Friday, 30 January 2026
Tithi Timing: 29 January 2026 at 01:55 pm - 30 January 2026 at 11:09 am

Dwadashi Tithi in February 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Saturday, 14 February 2026
Tithi Timing: 13 February 2026 at 02:26 pm - 14 February 2026 at 04:02 pm

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi (Govinda Dwadashi)
Saturday, 28 February 2026
Tithi Timing: 27 February 2026 at 10:33 pm - 28 February 2026 at 08:43 pm

Dwadashi Tithi in March 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Monday, 16 March 2026
Tithi Timing: 15 March 2026 at 09:17 am - 16 March 2026 at 09:41 am

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
Monday, 30 March 2026
Tithi Timing: 29 March 2026 at 07:46 am - 30 March 2026 at 07:10 am

Dwadashi Tithi in April 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Wednesday, 15 April 2026
Tithi Timing: 14 April 2026 at 01:09 am - 15 April 2026 at 12:12 am

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Tithi Timing: 27 April 2026 at 06:16 pm - 28 April 2026 at 06:52 pm

Dwadashi Tithi in May 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Thursday, 14 May 2026
Tithi Timing: 13 May 2026 at 01:30 pm - 14 May 2026 at 11:21 am

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
Thursday, 28 May 2026
Tithi Timing: 27 May 2026 at 06:22 am - 28 May 2026 at 07:57 am

Dwadashi Tithi in June 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Friday, 12 June 2026
Tithi Timing: 11 June 2026 at 10:36 pm - 12 June 2026 at 07:37 pm

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi (Rama Lakshmana Dwadashi)
Friday, 26 June 2026
Tithi Timing: 25 June 2026 at 08:09 pm - 26 June 2026 at 10:22 pm

Dwadashi Tithi in July 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Sunday, 12 July 2026
Tithi Timing: 11 July 2026 at 05:23 am - 12 July 2026 at 02:04 am

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
Sunday, 26 July 2026
Tithi Timing: 25 July 2026 at 11:34 am - 26 July 2026 at 01:58 pm

Dwadashi Tithi in August 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Monday, 10 August 2026
Tithi Timing: 9 August 2026 at 11:05 am - 10 August 2026 at 08:01 am

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
Tuesday, 25 August 2026
Tithi Timing: 24 August 2026 at 04:19 am - 25 August 2026 at 06:21 am

Dwadashi Tithi in September 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Tithi Timing: 7 September 2026 at 05:04 pm - 8 September 2026 at 02:43 pm

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
Wednesday, 23 September 2026
Tithi Timing: 22 September 2026 at 09:43 pm - 23 September 2026 at 10:51 pm

Dwadashi Tithi in October 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Wednesday, 7 October 2026
Tithi Timing: 7 October 2026 at 12:35 am - 7 October 2026 at 11:17 pm

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
Friday, 23 October 2026
Tithi Timing: 22 October 2026 at 02:48 pm - 23 October 2026 at 02:36 pm

Dwadashi Tithi in November 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi (Govatsa Dwadashi, Guru Dwadashi)
Friday, 6 November 2026
Tithi Timing: 5 November 2026 at 10:36 am - 6 November 2026 at 10:31 am

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
Sunday, 22 November 2026
Tithi Timing: 21 November 2026 at 06:32 am - 22 November 2026 at 04:57 am

Dwadashi Tithi in December 2026

Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Sunday, 6 December 2026
Tithi Timing: 4 December 2026 at 11:45 pm - 6 December 2026 at 12:52 am

Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
Monday, 21 December 2026
Tithi Timing: 20 December 2026 at 08:15 pm - 21 December 2026 at 05:36 pm