January2026
| Date & Day | Yoga Timing | Duration | Nakshatra | Tithi & Masa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
04 January, 2026 Sunday | 3:12 PM → 1:25 PM NEXT DAY | 22h 13m | Pushya | Pratipada Krishna, Pausha |
February2026
| Date & Day | Yoga Timing | Duration | Nakshatra | Tithi & Masa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
01 February, 2026 Sunday | 1:35 AM → 11:58 PM | 22h 23m | Pushya | Chaturdashi Shukla, Magha |
March2026
| Date & Day | Yoga Timing | Duration | Nakshatra | Tithi & Masa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
01 March, 2026 Sunday | 9:36 AM → 8:34 AM NEXT DAY | 22h 58m | Pushya | Trayodashi Shukla, Phalguna |
November2026
| Date & Day | Yoga Timing | Duration | Nakshatra | Tithi & Masa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
01 November, 2026upcoming Sunday | 5:41 AM → 4:31 AM NEXT DAY | 22h 50m | Pushya | Saptami Krishna, Kartika |
29 November, 2026 Sunday | 12:51 PM → 10:59 AM NEXT DAY | 22h 8m | Pushya | Panchami Krishna, Margashirsha |
What is Ravi Pushya Yoga?
Shastriya paramparā holds that Ravi Pushya Yoga removes all doshas present in the day, similar to how the sun dispels darkness. Pushya is considered the king of nakshatras, ruled by Jupiter, while the Sun (Ravi) signifies authority and vitality. When these two align, tradition marks this as an unblemished window for major worldly actions. Householders have long observed this muhurta for acquiring lasting assets, as the rishis prescribed that wealth acquired under this combination stays for generations.
What to do
- • Purchasing gold, silver, and precious stones
- • Buying real estate or registering property
- • Initiating a new business or signing major contracts
- • Performing sacred rituals for wealth (Lakshmi Puja)
What to avoid
- • Marriage ceremonies (Pushya nakshatra is forbidden for marriage per shastra)
- • Lending out money (it may not return easily)
- • Disposing of old assets
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Ravi Pushya considered so auspicious?
The classical texts state that the combination of Sunday (commanded by the Sun) and Pushya (the supreme nakshatra of nourishment) creates a powerful alignment that naturally cancels out negative planetary influences (doshas).
Can we perform marriage during Ravi Pushya Yoga?
No. Shastras explicitly forbid marriage during Pushya nakshatra due to an ancient curse by Lord Brahma. Despite the yoga being highly favourable for wealth, it remains strictly prohibited for weddings.
How many times does Ravi Pushya Yoga occur in a year?
Pushya nakshatra transits roughly once every 27 days, but landing on a Sunday narrows the window sharply. In a typical year, Ravi Pushya forms only 4 to 6 times — sometimes even fewer. This scarcity is precisely why the panchang tradition treats every occurrence as a prized opportunity.
Should I buy gold only during the nakshatra window, or is the entire Sunday valid?
Strictly speaking, the yoga is active only while Pushya nakshatra prevails. If Pushya ends at, say, 2 PM, buying gold at 4 PM on that Sunday carries no special merit. Always check the exact nakshatra start and end time from the panchang before planning your purchase.
Does Ravi Pushya Yoga hold good if Rahu Kaal falls on the same day?
The yoga remains valid for the day, but seasoned panchang practitioners always avoid starting any auspicious act during Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda, or Gulika Kaal — even on a Ravi Pushya day. Plan your act within the Pushya window but outside these inauspicious periods.