2026 Ekadashi Calendar
Timings calculated for New Delhi
Shattila Ekadashi
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 03:19 PM
Magha, Krishna paksha
Shattila Ekadashi brings prosperity and abundance. It helps overcome financial difficulties and brings both material and spiritual well-being.
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Jaya Ekadashi
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 04:37 PM
Magha, Shukla paksha
Jaya Ekadashi brings victory over challenges and difficulties. It helps overcome obstacles and brings success in righteous activities.
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Vijaya Ekadashi
Fri, Feb 13, 2026, 12:23 PM
Phalguna, Krishna paksha
Vijaya Ekadashi brings victory and success in life. It helps overcome obstacles and brings prosperity and fulfillment of righteous desires.
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Amalaki Ekadashi
Fri, Feb 27, 2026, 12:34 AM
Phalguna, Shukla paksha
Amalaki Ekadashi is dedicated to the sacred Amalaki tree and Lord Vishnu. It brings good health, long life, and helps overcome health challenges. (Note: Observance dates differ by tradition)
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Papamochani Ekadashi
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 08:12 AM
Chaitra, Krishna paksha
Papamochani Ekadashi helps cleanse the soul and brings spiritual freedom. It is a powerful day for letting go of past mistakes and starting fresh.
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Kamada Ekadashi
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 08:46 AM
Chaitra, Shukla paksha
Kamada Ekadashi brings happiness and spiritual growth. This sacred day helps remove negative influences and brings peace and prosperity to devotees.
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Varuthini Ekadashi
Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 01:18 AM
Vaishakha, Krishna paksha
Varuthini Ekadashi provides protection and strength. It helps overcome fears and challenges, bringing courage and safety in life's journey. (Note: Observance dates differ by tradition)
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Mohini Ekadashi
Mon, Apr 27, 2026, 06:08 PM
Vaishakha, Shukla paksha
Mohini Ekadashi is named after Lord Vishnu's beautiful form. It brings divine grace, inner beauty, and helps remove negative influences from life.
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Apara Ekadashi
Wed, May 13, 2026, 02:53 PM
Jyeshtha, Krishna paksha
Apara Ekadashi helps overcome past difficulties and brings spiritual freedom. It is especially helpful for those seeking inner peace and spiritual growth.
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Padmini Ekadashi
Tue, May 26, 2026, 05:12 AM
Adhika Jyeshtha, Shukla paksha
Padmini Ekadashi occurs during the special Adhika month and brings extraordinary spiritual benefits. It helps remove negative influences and brings divine grace. (Note: Observance dates differ by tradition)
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Parama Ekadashi
Thu, Jun 11, 2026, 12:58 AM
Adhika Jyeshtha, Krishna paksha
Parama Ekadashi occurs during the special Adhika month and brings supreme spiritual benefits. It is highly meritorious and brings ultimate spiritual freedom. (Note: Observance dates differ by tradition)
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Nirjala Ekadashi
Thu, Jun 25, 2026, 06:13 PM
Jyeshtha, Shukla paksha
Nirjala Ekadashi is the most challenging fast without water. It brings immense spiritual benefits and is considered equivalent to observing all other Ekadashi fasts.
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Yogini Ekadashi
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 08:17 AM
Ashadha, Krishna paksha
Yogini Ekadashi brings great spiritual benefits and blessings. It helps remove negative influences and brings health and prosperity to devotees. (Note: Observance dates differ by tradition)
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Devshayani Ekadashi
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 09:13 AM
Ashadha, Shukla paksha
Devshayani Ekadashi marks the beginning of Lord Vishnu's rest period. It is a highly auspicious day for spiritual practices and seeking divine blessings.
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Kamika Ekadashi
Sun, Aug 9, 2026, 02:00 PM
Shravana, Krishna paksha
Kamika Ekadashi fulfills righteous desires and brings spiritual freedom. It helps remove negative influences and brings prosperity and spiritual growth.
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Putrada Ekadashi
Sun, Aug 23, 2026, 02:01 AM
Shravana, Shukla paksha
Putrada Ekadashi brings divine blessings for family harmony and spiritual growth. This sacred day is observed for overall family well-being and strengthening family bonds. (Note: Observance dates differ by tradition)
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Aja Ekadashi
Mon, Sep 7, 2026, 07:30 PM
Bhadrapada, Krishna paksha
Aja Ekadashi helps overcome past challenges and brings spiritual freedom. It is especially powerful for those seeking inner peace and spiritual progress.
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Parivartini Ekadashi
Tue, Sep 22, 2026, 08:02 PM
Bhadrapada, Shukla paksha
Parivartini Ekadashi celebrates Lord Krishna's divine movement. It brings both material and spiritual benefits and helps remove life's obstacles.
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Indira Ekadashi
Tue, Oct 6, 2026, 02:08 AM
Ashwina, Krishna paksha
Indira Ekadashi honors ancestors and brings peace to families. It is especially meaningful for remembering loved ones and strengthening family connections. (Note: Observance dates differ by tradition)
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Papankusha Ekadashi
Thu, Oct 22, 2026, 02:13 PM
Ashwina, Shukla paksha
Papankusha Ekadashi helps overcome difficulties and brings success. It removes obstacles and brings victory in righteous endeavors.
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Rama Ekadashi
Thu, Nov 5, 2026, 11:04 AM
Kartika, Krishna paksha
Rama Ekadashi brings great spiritual benefits and blessings. It helps remove negative influences and brings prosperity and divine grace.
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Prabodhini Ekadashi
Fri, Nov 20, 2026, 07:16 AM
Kartika, Shukla paksha
Prabodhini Ekadashi marks Lord Vishnu's awakening. It is highly auspicious for new beginnings and spiritual awakening in devotees. (Note: Observance dates differ by tradition)
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Utpanna Ekadashi
Fri, Dec 4, 2026, 11:04 PM
Margashirsha, Krishna paksha
Utpanna Ekadashi is the original Ekadashi from Lord Vishnu. It brings all spiritual benefits and helps remove negative influences from many lifetimes.
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Mokshada Ekadashi
Sun, Dec 20, 2026, 10:10 PM
Margashirsha, Shukla paksha
Mokshada Ekadashi brings spiritual freedom and liberation. It is especially meaningful for those seeking ultimate peace and spiritual enlightenment.
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About Ekadashi
Sacred days of spiritual purification and devotion to Lord Vishnu
Ekadashi literally means "eleven" in Sanskrit, referring to the 11th day of each lunar fortnight. It is considered one of the most auspicious days for spiritual practices.
According to the Padma Purana, Ekadashi Devi emerged from Lord Vishnu to defeat the demon Mura, earning the boon of granting liberation to devotees.
Regular observance of Ekadashi brings numerous spiritual, mental, and physical benefits to devoted practitioners.
Each Ekadashi has unique significance and is associated with specific benefits and spiritual practices.
"Ekadashi is the day of divine grace"
The ancient scriptures state that observing Ekadashi with devotion grants the same merit as performing thousands of sacrifices and pilgrimages.
Fasting Observance Guidelines
Traditional guidelines for observing Ekadashi fasting with devotion and spiritual discipline.
- Begin fast from sunrise on Ekadashi day
- Complete abstinence from grains and beans
- Only fruits, milk, and water allowed (if not doing Nirjala)
- Break fast on Dwadashi after sunrise
- Maintain celibacy during the fast
- Chant Vishnu mantras and names
- Read Bhagavad Gita or Vishnu Purana
- Perform meditation and prayer
- Visit Vishnu temples if possible
- Engage in charitable activities
- Eat light meal on Dashami (day before)
- Avoid heavy or spicy foods
- Stay hydrated (except during Nirjala)
- Get adequate rest
- Avoid strenuous physical activities
Important Reminder
Always consult with your spiritual guide or family traditions for specific observance practices. The timings may vary based on your location and local customs. Listen to your body and practice with devotion rather than mere ritual.
Ekadashi FAQs — Fasting, Parana & Types
What is Ekadashi?
Ekadashi is the eleventh tithi of each lunar fortnight, kept as a fast for Lord Vishnu. It comes twice a month — once in the waxing fortnight, once in the waning — so roughly twenty-four fall in a year. The Padma Purana treats it as one of the most powerful days for spiritual cleansing.
How many Ekadashis are there in a year?
Usually twenty-four, two in each lunar month. A year with an extra (adhika) month can carry twenty-five or twenty-six, adding Padmini and Parama Ekadashi. The list above shows every Ekadashi of the year by name, so the exact count is always the one you see there.
When can you break the Ekadashi fast (parana)?
The fast is broken the next morning, on Dwadashi, within a set window called parana — after sunrise, before the Dwadashi tithi ends, and never during Hari Vasara, the first quarter of Dwadashi. Breaking it too early or too late is held to undo the vrat. This is why the next day's sunrise matters as much as the Ekadashi date itself.
Why do some Ekadashi dates differ (Smarta vs Vaishnava)?
When the Ekadashi tithi spans two sunrises or overlaps with Dashami, the Smarta and Vaishnava (ISKCON) traditions can settle on different days — Smartas fast on the first, Vaishnavas on the second (gauna) to keep the fast clear of Dashami. Both are correct within their own tradition. The list above shows both observance dates wherever they differ.
Why is rice avoided on Ekadashi, and what can you eat?
Grains — rice above all — are set aside on Ekadashi; the tradition ties them to a heaviness that pulls against the day's purpose. Many keep to fruit, milk and root vegetables, or fast without food entirely (nirjala on Nirjala Ekadashi). Sendha (rock) salt replaces table salt. Follow the form your family and health allow.
Which Ekadashi is the most important?
Nirjala Ekadashi (June) is held to carry the merit of all the others in one waterless fast, which is why it draws the largest observance. Dev Uthani / Prabodhini (November), when Vishnu is said to wake from cosmic sleep, and Vaikuntha Ekadashi (December–January) in the south are also major. Each carries its own significance and story.
Do Ekadashi timings change by city?
Yes. The tithi start and end are computed in your selected city's local time, so they shift with location. More to the point, the parana window depends on your local sunrise the next morning — which is why choosing your city matters for getting the fast-breaking time right. Select your city above to localise the calendar.