Pratipada Dates 2025
The Shukla Paksha Pratipada is considered especially auspicious as it marks the beginning of the waxing moon cycle. Several important festivals fall on Pratipada, including Gudi Padwa (Chaitra Shukla Pratipada), which marks the Hindu New Year in Maharashtra and other parts of India.
All times shown in: Asia/Kolkata
| Date | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14-Jan-2025 |
Begins: 14-Jan-2025 03:58 AM Tuesday
Ends: 15-Jan-2025 03:23 AM Wednesday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
|
Gemini 29.8°
Punarvasu (Pada 3)
|
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| 29-Jan-2025 |
Begins: 29-Jan-2025 06:06 PM Wednesday
Ends: 30-Jan-2025 04:11 PM Thursday
|
Magha | Shukla |
|
Capricorn 15.6°
Shravana (Pada 2)
|
|
| 12-Feb-2025 |
Begins: 12-Feb-2025 07:24 PM Wednesday
Ends: 13-Feb-2025 08:23 PM Thursday
|
Magha | Krishna |
|
Cancer 29.9°
Ashlesha (Pada 4)
|
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| 28-Feb-2025 |
Begins: 28-Feb-2025 06:14 AM Friday
Ends: 01-Mar-2025 03:16 AM Saturday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
|
Aquarius 15.4°
Shatabhisha (Pada 3)
|
|
| 14-Mar-2025 |
Begins: 14-Mar-2025 12:26 PM Friday
Ends: 15-Mar-2025 02:35 PM Saturday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
|
Leo 29.7°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 1)
|
|
| 29-Mar-2025 |
Begins: 29-Mar-2025 04:27 PM Saturday
Ends: 30-Mar-2025 12:49 PM Sunday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
|
Pisces 14.8°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 4)
|
|
| 13-Apr-2025 |
Begins: 13-Apr-2025 05:53 AM Sunday
Ends: 14-Apr-2025 08:26 AM Monday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
|
Virgo 29.1°
Chitra (Pada 2)
|
|
| 28-Apr-2025 |
Begins: 28-Apr-2025 01:01 AM Monday
Ends: 28-Apr-2025 09:11 PM Monday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
|
Aries 13.6°
Bharani (Pada 1)
|
|
| 12-May-2025 |
Begins: 12-May-2025 10:27 PM Monday
Ends: 14-May-2025 12:37 AM Wednesday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
|
Libra 28.0°
Vishakha (Pada 3)
|
|
| 27-May-2025 |
Begins: 27-May-2025 08:32 AM Tuesday
Ends: 28-May-2025 05:02 AM Wednesday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
|
Taurus 11.9°
Rohini (Pada 1)
|
|
| 11-Jun-2025 |
Begins: 11-Jun-2025 01:15 PM Wednesday
Ends: 12-Jun-2025 02:29 PM Thursday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
|
Scorpio 26.4°
Jyeshtha (Pada 3)
|
|
| 25-Jun-2025 |
Begins: 25-Jun-2025 04:01 PM Wednesday
Ends: 26-Jun-2025 01:25 PM Thursday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
|
Gemini 9.9°
Ardra (Pada 1)
|
|
| 11-Jul-2025 |
Begins: 11-Jul-2025 02:08 AM Friday
Ends: 12-Jul-2025 02:10 AM Saturday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
Sagittarius 24.6°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 4)
|
|
| 25-Jul-2025 |
Begins: 25-Jul-2025 12:41 AM Friday
Ends: 25-Jul-2025 11:23 PM Friday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
|
Cancer 7.9°
Pushya (Pada 2)
|
|
| 09-Aug-2025 |
Begins: 09-Aug-2025 01:26 PM Saturday
Ends: 10-Aug-2025 12:11 PM Sunday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
|
Capricorn 22.8°
Shravana (Pada 4)
|
|
| 23-Aug-2025 |
Begins: 23-Aug-2025 11:36 AM Saturday
Ends: 24-Aug-2025 11:48 AM Sunday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
|
Leo 6.1°
Magha (Pada 2)
|
|
| 07-Sep-2025 |
Begins: 07-Sep-2025 11:40 PM Sunday
Ends: 08-Sep-2025 09:13 PM Monday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
|
Aquarius 21.1°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 1)
|
|
| 22-Sep-2025 |
Begins: 22-Sep-2025 01:24 AM Monday
Ends: 23-Sep-2025 02:56 AM Tuesday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
|
Virgo 4.8°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 3)
|
|
| 07-Oct-2025 |
Begins: 07-Oct-2025 09:18 AM Tuesday
Ends: 08-Oct-2025 05:55 AM Wednesday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
|
Pisces 19.9°
Revati (Pada 1)
|
|
| 21-Oct-2025 |
Begins: 21-Oct-2025 05:55 PM Tuesday
Ends: 22-Oct-2025 08:17 PM Wednesday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
|
Libra 4.1°
Chitra (Pada 4)
|
|
| 05-Nov-2025 |
Begins: 05-Nov-2025 06:50 PM Wednesday
Ends: 06-Nov-2025 02:56 PM Thursday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
|
Aries 19.1°
Bharani (Pada 2)
|
|
| 20-Nov-2025 |
Begins: 20-Nov-2025 12:17 PM Thursday
Ends: 21-Nov-2025 02:47 PM Friday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
|
Scorpio 4.0°
Anuradha (Pada 1)
|
|
| 05-Dec-2025 |
Begins: 05-Dec-2025 04:45 AM Friday
Ends: 06-Dec-2025 12:57 AM Saturday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
|
Taurus 18.8°
Rohini (Pada 3)
|
|
| 20-Dec-2025 |
Begins: 20-Dec-2025 07:13 AM Saturday
Ends: 21-Dec-2025 09:11 AM Sunday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
|
Sagittarius 4.2°
Mula (Pada 2)
|
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Pratipada – Significance, Festivals & Rituals
What is Pratipada?
Pratipada is the 1st lunar day (tithi) in the Hindu calendar, marking the start of each fortnight. It occurs twice every month — once after Amavasya (Shukla Pratipada) and once after Purnima (Krishna Pratipada).
What is Gudi Padwa?
Gudi Padwa falls on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada and marks the Hindu New Year in Maharashtra, Goa, and parts of Karnataka. It is celebrated by erecting a Gudi (decorated pole) outside homes as a symbol of victory and prosperity. The same day is celebrated as Ugadi in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka.
Which other festivals fall on Pratipada?
Kartik Shukla Pratipada is observed as Govardhan Puja (Annakut), the day after Diwali, when Lord Krishna's victory over Indra is celebrated. Ashvina Shukla Pratipada marks the beginning of Sharad Navratri, the most widely observed Navratri in India.
Why is Shukla Pratipada considered auspicious?
Shukla Pratipada marks the start of the waxing moon cycle, symbolising new beginnings, growth, and positive energy. It is considered an ideal time to start new ventures, make important decisions, and perform auspicious ceremonies.