Putrada Ekadashi — महत्त्वम्
Putrada Ekadashi is observed for the desire of a son or for the welfare of children. It falls in Pausha Shukla Ekadashi (North) and in Shravan in some regions.
Putrada Ekadashi — महत्त्वम्
According to the Padma Purana, King Suketuman and his wife observed this vrat and were blessed with a son. The vrat is especially significant for couples seeking progeny. It is also observed for the long life and prosperity of existing children.
Putrada Ekadashi — पूजाविधिः
- Observe Ekadashi fast; bathe at sunrise.
- Offer puja to Lord Vishnu with tulsi, flowers, and fruits.
- Chant Vishnu mantras; pray for children or their welfare.
- Break the fast on Dwadashi after offering puja.
Putrada Ekadashi — मन्त्राः
ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
oṃ namo bhagavate vāsudevāya
Salutations to Vasudeva
Putrada Ekadashi — पारम्परिकं भोजनम्
- ●Fruits
- ●Milk
- ●No grains
Putrada Ekadashi — अन्यनामानि
North India(पुत्रदा एकादशी)
Observed for progeny
South India(புத்திரா ஏகாதசி)
Same significance
Putrada Ekadashi — कर्तव्यम् / वर्जनीयम्
कर्तव्यम्
- ✓Fast with devotion
- ✓Worship Vishnu
- ✓Pray for children
- ✓Break on Dwadashi
वर्जनीयम्
- ✗Do not eat grains
- ✗Avoid conflict
- ✗Do not break early
Putrada Ekadashi — FAQ
- Putrada Ekadashi किम् अस्ति?
- Putrada Ekadashi is observed for the desire of a son or for the welfare of children.
- Putrada Ekadashi 2026 वर्षे कदा?
- 2026 वर्षे Putrada Ekadashi Sunday, August 23, 2026 दिनाङ्के भवति।
- Putrada Ekadashi पूजाविधिः का?
- Observe Ekadashi fast; bathe at sunrise.; Offer puja to Lord Vishnu with tulsi, flowers, and fruits.; Chant Vishnu mantras; pray for children or their welfare.; Break the fast on Dwadashi after offering puja.
- Putrada Ekadashi दिवसे किं भोज्यम्?
- Fruits, Milk, No grains
- Putrada Ekadashi दिवसे किं कर्तव्यम्?
- Fast with devotion; Worship Vishnu; Pray for children
- Putrada Ekadashi दिवसे किं वर्जनीयम्?
- Do not eat grains; Avoid conflict; Do not break early
- Putrada Ekadashi दिवसे कस्य देवस्य पूजा?
- Putrada Ekadashi Vishnu देवाय समर्पितम्।
Upcoming Putrada Ekadashi Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Putrada Ekadashi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 23, 2026 | Sunday | 03:50 pm | Putrada |
| Jan 19, 2027 | Tuesday | 02:13 pm | Putrada |
| Aug 12, 2027 | Thursday | 03:47 pm | Putrada |