✨ Major Ekadashi Highlights 2026
📅 Ekadashi 2026 Vrat Dates
⚙️ How Local Timings are Displayed
Ekadashi is an astronomical lunar phase. The clock time varies based on your geographic location.
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- Conversion: The Tithi timings are converted into your specific local time.
- Accuracy: This ensures your Sankalp and Vrat rituals begin exactly when the Tithi starts in your city.
| Ekadashi Name | Local Start & End Time | Reminder |
|---|---|---|
| Shattila Ekadashi | -- | |
| Jaya Ekadashi | -- | |
| Vijaya Ekadashi | -- | |
| Amalaki Ekadashi | -- | |
| Papmochani Ekadashi | -- | |
| Kamada Ekadashi | -- | |
| Varuthini Ekadashi | -- | |
| Mohini Ekadashi | -- | |
| Apara Ekadashi | -- | |
| Padmini Ekadashi (Adhika) | -- | |
| Parama Ekadashi (Adhika) | -- | |
| Nirjala Ekadashi | -- | |
| Yogini Ekadashi | -- | |
| Devshayani Ekadashi | -- | |
| Kamika Ekadashi | -- | |
| Shravana Putrada Ekadashi | -- | |
| Aja Ekadashi | -- | |
| Parsva Ekadashi | -- | |
| Indira Ekadashi | -- | |
| Papankusha Ekadashi | -- | |
| Rama Ekadashi | -- | |
| Devutthana Ekadashi | -- | |
| Utpanna Ekadashi | -- | |
| Mokshada Ekadashi | -- |
🕉️ Ekadashi Vrat Rituals
1. Dashami Preparation: Start the discipline on Dashami by eating a single sattvic meal without grains or salt.
2. Grains Prohibition: Rice, wheat, and pulses are strictly prohibited on Ekadashi. Consume only fruits, milk, and nuts (Phalahar).
3. Vishnu Sahasranamam: Chant the 1000 names of Lord Vishnu or listen to the Bhagavad Gita to remain spiritually aligned.
4. Parana (Breaking Fast): The fast must be broken during the specific "Parana Time" on Dwadashi (the next day) to gain the full spiritual fruits.
❓ Ekadashi Vrat FAQs
According to ancient texts, a demon resides in grains (especially rice) on this day. Scientifically, since the moon's gravity affects water levels, avoiding water-retaining grains like rice helps maintain mental and physical balance.
Yes. If you cannot do a complete fast, you can observe "Phalahar" (eating fruits and milk). Pregnant women, the elderly, and the sick are exempt from strict fasting and can simply avoid rice and grains.
Parana is the process of breaking the fast. It must be done within the Dwadashi Tithi. Breaking the fast during Hari Vasara or after the Dwadashi ends is considered improper.
Nirjala means "without water." It is the most severe form of Ekadashi where even water is not consumed. It falls in the peak of summer (Jyeshtha month) and tests physical and mental endurance.
Beyond spiritual merit, Ekadashi provides a fortnightly detox for the digestive system, increases focus, and helps in regulating the mind's desires.
Simply click the "Sync" button next to any date in our table. It will automatically open Google Calendar with the correct Tithi start and end times adjusted to your local timezone.
Yes. Our system detects your device's timezone and adjusts the calendar event so the notification hits your phone exactly when the Ekadashi Tithi begins in your city.
Important Disclaimer
The timings provided above are calculated based on astronomical lunar phases and converted to your local timezone for general guidance. However, the exact timing for performing specific rituals (like Sankalp, Parana, or Puja) can vary based on local sunrise times (Udaya Tithi) and specific lineage traditions. We strongly recommend consulting a qualified local Pandit or Astrologer to confirm the most auspicious Muhurta for your specific location and spiritual needs.