2026 Shri Satyanarayana Puja Dates

List of Shri Satyanarayana Puja and Katha dates in the year 2026 for Kolkata, West Bengal, India and all locations
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Satyanarayana Puja 2026

Purnima Vrat Dates & Tithi Timings

✨ Importance of Satyanarayana Vrat

Universal Peace Lord Satyanarayana is an embodiment of Truth. Performing this puja is believed to bring prosperity, health, and harmony to the household.
Purnima Rituals The puja is ideally performed on Full Moon (Purnima) days. In 2026, we have 12 major Purnima dates for this vrat.
Sankalp & Katha The core of the puja involves the Vrat Katha (recitation of stories) and offering of Sapaat (Prasad made of wheat flour, sugar, and banana).

📅 2026 Shri Satyanarayana Puja Calendar

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⚙️ How Local Timings are Displayed

Shri Satyanarayana Puja is an astronomical event that happens at the same universal moment worldwide. However, the clock time varies based on where you live.

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🕉️ Shri Satyanarayana Puja Vidhi

Purification Clean the puja area and create a Mandap using banana leaves. Place a picture or idol of Lord Satyanarayana on a yellow cloth.
Prasad (Sapaat) Prepare the special Prasad using equal parts of Semolina (Suji), Ghee, Sugar, Milk, and chopped Bananas. Offer it along with Tulsi leaves.
Vrat Katha The puja is incomplete without the 5 chapters of the Satyanarayana Katha. It is usually performed in the Evening (Sandhya Kaal).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I add these dates to my Google Calendar?

Click the "+ Google" button in the table. It will sync the specific Tithi timings to your calendar with a built-in reminder.

2. Can I perform Satyanarayana Puja on days other than Purnima?

While Purnima is the most auspicious, the puja can also be performed on Sankranti, Ekadashi, or any day of personal significance (like birthdays or housewarming).

3. What is the best time for Satyanarayana Puja?

The Pradosh Kaal (evening transition) is traditionally considered the most powerful time for this vrat.

4. Do I need a priest for this puja?

While a priest can help with Vedic chanting, devotees can perform it themselves with pure devotion and by reciting the Katha from a puja book.

5. Is fasting mandatory?

Devotees usually fast from sunrise until the puja is completed in the evening, after which they consume the Satyanarayana Prasad.

📜 Disclaimer

The timings provided are based on the Panchang 2026 for New Delhi, IST. Our system converts these to your local timezone; however, please consult your local temple for exact regional variations in Tithi endings (Suryodaya-based calculations).