Pratipada Dates 2026
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 | Action |
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| 03-Jan-2026 | 03-Jan-2026 03:34 PM Saturday | 04-Jan-2026 12:31 PM Sunday | Pausha | Krishna |
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| 02-Feb-2026 | 02-Feb-2026 03:40 AM Monday | 03-Feb-2026 01:54 AM Tuesday | Magha | Krishna |
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| 03-Mar-2026 | 03-Mar-2026 05:09 PM Tuesday | 04-Mar-2026 04:50 PM Wednesday | Phalguna | Krishna |
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| 02-Apr-2026 | 02-Apr-2026 07:43 AM Thursday | 03-Apr-2026 08:44 AM Friday | Chaitra | Krishna |
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| 01-May-2026 | 01-May-2026 10:54 PM Friday | 03-May-2026 12:51 AM Sunday | Vaishakha | Krishna |
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| 31-May-2026 | 31-May-2026 02:16 PM Sunday | 01-Jun-2026 04:39 PM Monday | Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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| 30-Jun-2026 | 30-Jun-2026 05:28 AM Tuesday | 01-Jul-2026 07:40 AM Wednesday | Adhika Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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| 29-Jul-2026 | 29-Jul-2026 08:07 PM Wednesday | 30-Jul-2026 09:32 PM Thursday | Ashadha | Krishna |
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| 28-Aug-2026 | 28-Aug-2026 09:49 AM Friday | 29-Aug-2026 09:58 AM Saturday | Shravana | Krishna |
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| 26-Sep-2026 | 26-Sep-2026 10:20 PM Saturday | 27-Sep-2026 09:00 PM Sunday | Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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| 26-Oct-2026 | 26-Oct-2026 09:43 AM Monday | 27-Oct-2026 07:03 AM Tuesday | Ashvina | Krishna |
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| 24-Nov-2026 | 24-Nov-2026 08:24 PM Tuesday | 25-Nov-2026 04:51 PM Wednesday | Kartika | Krishna |
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| 24-Dec-2026 | 24-Dec-2026 06:59 AM Thursday | 25-Dec-2026 03:08 AM Friday | Margashirsha | Krishna |
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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.
