अमावस्या — महत्त्वम्
Amavasya is the new moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar. It is dedicated to ancestors (Pitrus). Fasting and shraddha/tarpan are performed for the peace of departed souls. Diwali falls on Kartik Amavasya.
अमावस्या — महत्त्वम्
According to the Garuda Purana, Amavasya is favoured by the Pitrus. Offering tarpan and shraddha on this day is believed to satisfy ancestors and grant their blessings. Donating to the needy in their name is also meritorious.
अमावस्या — पूजाविधिः
- Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.
- Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.
- Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.
- Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.
अमावस्या — मन्त्राः
ॐ पितृभ्यः नमः
oṃ pitṛbhyaḥ namaḥ
Salutations to the ancestors
अमावस्या — पारम्परिकं भोजनम्
- ●Sattvic meal after rituals
- ●No onion or garlic in some traditions
अमावस्या — अन्यनामानि
Pan-India(अमावस्या)
Ancestor worship, tarpan
North India(अमावस्या व्रत)
Pitru tarpan, black sesame
अमावस्या — कर्तव्यम् / वर्जनीयम्
कर्तव्यम्
- ✓Perform tarpan and shraddha
- ✓Donate in ancestors' name
- ✓Observe fast
- ✓Respect elders
वर्जनीयम्
- ✗Do not neglect ancestor rites
- ✗Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs
- ✗Do not disrespect the dead
अमावस्या — FAQ
- अमावस्या किम् अस्ति?
- Amavasya is the new moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar.
- अमावस्या 2026 वर्षे कदा?
- 2026 वर्षे अमावस्या Saturday, May 16, 2026 दिनाङ्के भवति।
- अमावस्या पूजाविधिः का?
- Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.; Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.; Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.; Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.
- अमावस्या दिवसे किं भोज्यम्?
- Sattvic meal after rituals, No onion or garlic in some traditions
- अमावस्या दिवसे किं कर्तव्यम्?
- Perform tarpan and shraddha; Donate in ancestors' name; Observe fast
- अमावस्या दिवसे किं वर्जनीयम्?
- Do not neglect ancestor rites; Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs; Do not disrespect the dead
- अमावस्या दिवसे कस्य देवस्य पूजा?
- अमावस्या Pitrus देवाय समर्पितम्।
Upcoming अमावस्या Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
अमावस्या is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2026 | Saturday | 04:36 am | — |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Monday | 05:05 am | — |
| Jul 14, 2026 | Tuesday | 05:02 am | — |
| Aug 12, 2026 | Wednesday | 05:03 am | — |
| Sep 11, 2026 | Friday | 06:02 am | — |
| Oct 10, 2026 | Saturday | 05:49 am | — |
| Nov 9, 2026 | Monday | 06:35 am | — |
| Dec 8, 2026 | Tuesday | 06:24 am | — |
| Jan 7, 2027 | Thursday | 06:55 am | — |
| Feb 6, 2027 | Saturday | 06:52 am | — |
| Mar 8, 2027 | Monday | 06:24 am | — |
| Apr 6, 2027 | Tuesday | 05:23 am | — |
| May 6, 2027 | Thursday | 05:03 am | — |
| Jun 4, 2027 | Friday | 04:26 am | — |
| Jul 4, 2027 | Sunday | 05:17 am | — |