Sankranti — महत्त्वम्
Sankranti marks the transit of the Sun from one rashi (zodiac sign) to the next. There are twelve Sankrantis in a year. Makar Sankranti (Sun entering Capricorn) is the most celebrated; others include Mesha, Vrishabha, and Mithuna Sankranti. The day is considered auspicious for charity and ritual baths.
Sankranti — महत्त्वम्
In Vedic tradition, the Sun's movement through the zodiac governs seasons and agriculture. Sankranti days are favoured for spiritual practices and donations. Makar Sankranti heralds Uttarayana, the northward journey of the Sun, considered especially auspicious.
Sankranti — पूजाविधिः
- Take a holy bath at sunrise, especially in sacred rivers on major Sankrantis.
- Offer prayers to Surya; donate food, clothes, or sesame to the needy.
- In South India, prepare Pongal or sweet dishes; in North India, fly kites on Makar Sankranti.
- Chant Surya mantras and perform Surya Namaskar if in tradition.
Sankranti — मन्त्राः
ॐ सूर्याय नमः
oṃ sūryāya namaḥ
Salutations to Surya
Sankranti — पारम्परिकं भोजनम्
- ●Til (sesame)
- ●Gur (jaggery)
- ●Pongal
- ●Seasonal fruits
Sankranti — अन्यनामानि
North India(संक्रांति)
Makar Sankranti, kite flying, til-gur
South India(संक्रांति / பொங்கல்)
Pongal, harvest festival
Sankranti — कर्तव्यम् / वर्जनीयम्
कर्तव्यम्
- ✓Bathe at sunrise
- ✓Donate to the needy
- ✓Worship Surya
- ✓Eat sesame and jaggery
वर्जनीयम्
- ✗Do not skip charity on Sankranti
- ✗Avoid inauspicious work during transition
- ✗Do not disrespect the Sun
Sankranti — FAQ
- Sankranti किम् अस्ति?
- Sankranti marks the transit of the Sun from one rashi (zodiac sign) to the next.
- Sankranti 2026 वर्षे कदा?
- 2026 वर्षे Sankranti Friday, May 15, 2026 दिनाङ्के भवति।
- Sankranti पूजाविधिः का?
- Take a holy bath at sunrise, especially in sacred rivers on major Sankrantis.; Offer prayers to Surya; donate food, clothes, or sesame to the needy.; In South India, prepare Pongal or sweet dishes; in North India, fly kites on Makar Sankranti.; Chant Surya mantras and perform Surya Namaskar if in tradition.
- Sankranti दिवसे किं भोज्यम्?
- Til (sesame), Gur (jaggery), Pongal, Seasonal fruits
- Sankranti दिवसे किं कर्तव्यम्?
- Bathe at sunrise; Donate to the needy; Worship Surya
- Sankranti दिवसे किं वर्जनीयम्?
- Do not skip charity on Sankranti; Avoid inauspicious work during transition; Do not disrespect the Sun
- Sankranti दिवसे कस्य देवस्य पूजा?
- Sankranti Surya देवाय समर्पितम्।
Upcoming Sankranti Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Sankranti 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 15, 2026 | Friday | 03:55 am | — |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Monday | 05:05 am | — |
| Jul 17, 2026 | Friday | 08:32 am | — |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Monday | 10:17 am | — |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Thursday | 11:56 am | — |
| Oct 18, 2026 | Sunday | 01:05 pm | — |
| Nov 17, 2026 | Tuesday | 12:48 pm | — |
| Dec 16, 2026 | Wednesday | 11:47 am | — |
| Jan 15, 2027 | Friday | 11:17 am | — |
| Feb 13, 2027 | Saturday | 10:28 am | — |
| Mar 15, 2027 | Monday | 10:53 am | — |
| Apr 14, 2027 | Wednesday | 12:04 pm | — |
| May 15, 2027 | Saturday | 02:16 pm | — |
| Jun 16, 2027 | Wednesday | 05:10 pm | — |
| Jul 17, 2027 | Saturday | 06:37 pm | — |