Pratipada Dates 2026
Pratipada is the 1st lunar day (tithi) in the Hindu calendar, marking the beginning of each fortnight. It occurs twice every month — once at the start of the Shukla Paksha (after Amavasya) and once at the start of the Krishna Paksha (after Purnima).
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.
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 | Name | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Jan 2026 | — |
Begins: 03-Jan-2026 03:34 PM Saturday
Ends: 04-Jan-2026 12:31 PM Sunday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
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Gemini 18.8°
Ardra (Pada 4)
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| 19 Jan 2026 | — |
Begins: 19-Jan-2026 01:22 AM Monday
Ends: 20-Jan-2026 02:14 AM Tuesday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Capricorn 4.5°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 3)
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| 02 Feb 2026 | — |
Begins: 02-Feb-2026 03:40 AM Monday
Ends: 03-Feb-2026 01:54 AM Tuesday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Cancer 18.8°
Ashlesha (Pada 1)
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| 18 Feb 2026 | — |
Begins: 17-Feb-2026 05:31 PM Tuesday
Ends: 18-Feb-2026 04:58 PM Wednesday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aquarius 4.6°
Dhanishta (Pada 4)
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| 04 Mar 2026 | Dhulivandan (Rangwali Holi) |
Begins: 03-Mar-2026 05:09 PM Tuesday
Ends: 04-Mar-2026 04:50 PM Wednesday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Leo 18.7°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 2)
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| 19 Mar 2026 | Gudi Padwa |
Begins: 19-Mar-2026 06:53 AM Thursday
Ends: 20-Mar-2026 04:52 AM Friday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Pisces 4.2°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 1)
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| 03 Apr 2026 | — |
Begins: 02-Apr-2026 07:43 AM Thursday
Ends: 03-Apr-2026 08:44 AM Friday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Virgo 18.1°
Hasta (Pada 3)
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| 18 Apr 2026 | — |
Begins: 17-Apr-2026 05:21 PM Friday
Ends: 18-Apr-2026 02:11 PM Saturday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Aries 3.2°
Ashwini (Pada 1)
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| 02 May 2026 | — |
Begins: 01-May-2026 10:54 PM Friday
Ends: 03-May-2026 12:51 AM Sunday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
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Libra 17.1°
Swati (Pada 4)
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| 17 May 2026 | — |
Begins: 17-May-2026 01:31 AM Sunday
Ends: 17-May-2026 09:41 PM Sunday
|
Adhika Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Taurus 1.7°
Krittika (Pada 2)
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| 01 Jun 2026 | — |
Begins: 31-May-2026 02:16 PM Sunday
Ends: 01-Jun-2026 04:39 PM Monday
|
Adhika Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Scorpio 15.7°
Anuradha (Pada 4)
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| 15 Jun 2026 | — |
Begins: 15-Jun-2026 08:24 AM Monday
Ends: 16-Jun-2026 04:31 AM Tuesday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Taurus 29.8°
Mrigashira (Pada 2)
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| 01 Jul 2026 | — |
Begins: 30-Jun-2026 05:28 AM Tuesday
Ends: 01-Jul-2026 07:40 AM Wednesday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 14.0°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 1)
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| 15 Jul 2026 | — |
Begins: 14-Jul-2026 03:13 PM Tuesday
Ends: 15-Jul-2026 11:51 AM Wednesday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Gemini 27.7°
Punarvasu (Pada 3)
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| 30 Jul 2026 | — |
Begins: 29-Jul-2026 08:07 PM Wednesday
Ends: 30-Jul-2026 09:32 PM Thursday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
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Capricorn 12.3°
Shravana (Pada 1)
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| 13 Aug 2026 | — |
Begins: 12-Aug-2026 11:06 PM Wednesday
Ends: 13-Aug-2026 08:42 PM Thursday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Cancer 25.8°
Ashlesha (Pada 3)
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| 29 Aug 2026 | — |
Begins: 28-Aug-2026 09:49 AM Friday
Ends: 29-Aug-2026 09:58 AM Saturday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Aquarius 10.7°
Shatabhisha (Pada 2)
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| 12 Sep 2026 | — |
Begins: 11-Sep-2026 08:56 AM Friday
Ends: 12-Sep-2026 07:46 AM Saturday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Leo 24.2°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 4)
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| 27 Sep 2026 | — |
Begins: 26-Sep-2026 10:20 PM Saturday
Ends: 27-Sep-2026 09:00 PM Sunday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Pisces 9.4°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 2)
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| 11 Oct 2026 | Ghatasthapana (Navratri Begins) |
Begins: 10-Oct-2026 09:20 PM Saturday
Ends: 11-Oct-2026 09:31 PM Sunday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Virgo 23.1°
Hasta (Pada 4)
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| 27 Oct 2026 | — |
Begins: 26-Oct-2026 09:43 AM Monday
Ends: 27-Oct-2026 07:03 AM Tuesday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Aries 8.5°
Ashwini (Pada 3)
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| 10 Nov 2026 | Balipratipada (Govardhan Puja) |
Begins: 09-Nov-2026 12:32 PM Monday
Ends: 10-Nov-2026 02:00 PM Tuesday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Libra 22.6°
Vishakha (Pada 1)
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| 25 Nov 2026 | — |
Begins: 24-Nov-2026 08:24 PM Tuesday
Ends: 25-Nov-2026 04:51 PM Wednesday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Taurus 8.1°
Krittika (Pada 4)
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| 09 Dec 2026 | — |
Begins: 09-Dec-2026 06:21 AM Wednesday
Ends: 10-Dec-2026 08:46 AM Thursday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Scorpio 22.7°
Jyeshtha (Pada 2)
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| 24 Dec 2026 | — |
Begins: 24-Dec-2026 06:59 AM Thursday
Ends: 25-Dec-2026 03:08 AM Friday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Gemini 8.0°
Ardra (Pada 1)
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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.