प्रदोषम् — महत्त्वम्
Pradosham is observed on Trayodashi (13th day) of both Shukla and Krishna fortnights. The period just after sunset is called Pradosh. Lord Shiva is worshipped for health, wealth, and fulfilment of wishes.
प्रदोषम् — महत्त्वम्
According to the Shiva Purana, the devas and asuras churned the ocean and received the poison (halahala). Shiva drank it to save the world. Pradosh is the time when Shiva is believed to be most pleased. Observing the vrat is said to grant boons.
प्रदोषम् — पूजाविधिः
- Observe a full-day or partial fast; break after the Pradosh puja.
- During Pradosh (twilight), offer milk, bilva leaves, and flowers to Shiva.
- Chant Om Namah Shivaya and Shiva mantras; perform abhishekam if possible.
- Listen to or recite the Pradosh Vrat katha; offer prasad.
प्रदोषम् — मन्त्राः
ॐ नमः शिवाय
oṃ namaḥ śivāya
Salutations to Shiva
प्रदोषम् — पारम्परिकं भोजनम्
- ●Fruits
- ●Milk
- ●Light sattvic meal after puja
प्रदोषम् — अन्यनामानि
North India(प्रदोष व्रत)
Monthly Trayodashi vrat
South India(பிரதோஷம்)
Pradosham in Shiva temples
प्रदोषम् — कर्तव्यम् / वर्जनीयम्
कर्तव्यम्
- ✓Observe fast
- ✓Worship Shiva during Pradosh
- ✓Offer bilva
- ✓Chant mantras
वर्जनीयम्
- ✗Do not miss the Pradosh time
- ✗Avoid non-veg and alcohol
- ✗Do not disrespect Shiva
प्रदोषम् — FAQ
- प्रदोषम् किम् अस्ति?
- Pradosham is observed on Trayodashi (13th day) of both Shukla and Krishna fortnights.
- प्रदोषम् 2026 वर्षे कदा?
- 2026 वर्षे प्रदोषम् Wednesday, April 29, 2026 दिनाङ्के भवति।
- प्रदोषम् पूजाविधिः का?
- Observe a full-day or partial fast; break after the Pradosh puja.; During Pradosh (twilight), offer milk, bilva leaves, and flowers to Shiva.; Chant Om Namah Shivaya and Shiva mantras; perform abhishekam if possible.; Listen to or recite the Pradosh Vrat katha; offer prasad.
- प्रदोषम् दिवसे किं भोज्यम्?
- Fruits, Milk, Light sattvic meal after puja
- प्रदोषम् दिवसे किं कर्तव्यम्?
- Observe fast; Worship Shiva during Pradosh; Offer bilva
- प्रदोषम् दिवसे किं वर्जनीयम्?
- Do not miss the Pradosh time; Avoid non-veg and alcohol; Do not disrespect Shiva
- प्रदोषम् दिवसे कस्य देवस्य पूजा?
- प्रदोषम् Shiva देवाय समर्पितम्।
Upcoming प्रदोषम् Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
प्रदोषम् 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2026 | Wednesday | 04:55 pm | — |
| May 15, 2026 | Friday | 03:55 am | — |
| May 29, 2026 | Friday | 05:39 pm | — |
| Jun 13, 2026 | Saturday | 03:10 am | — |
| Jun 27, 2026 | Saturday | 05:26 pm | — |
| Jul 12, 2026 | Sunday | 02:44 am | — |
| Jul 27, 2026 | Monday | 05:55 pm | — |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Wednesday | 05:50 pm | — |
| Sep 9, 2026 | Wednesday | 03:53 am | — |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Thursday | 04:53 pm | — |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Thursday | 03:49 am | — |
| Oct 24, 2026 | Saturday | 04:22 pm | — |
| Nov 7, 2026 | Saturday | 04:38 am | — |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Sunday | 03:25 pm | — |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Sunday | 04:28 am | — |