When is Bhadrapada Purnima in 2026? The day of Bhadrapada Purnima is significant for ritual bathing, charity, and the worship of Goddess Lakshmi. It also holds special importance for performing *Shraddha* (rituals for ancestors), as *Pitra Paksha* begins the day after Bhadrapada Purnima. However, the *Shraddha* for ancestors associated with the *Purnima Tithi* (full moon day) will be performed on Bhadrapada Purnima itself, because the *Purnima Tithi* will not occur during the *Krishna Paksha* (waning phase) of the Ashwin month. In this context, it is important to know whether Bhadrapada Purnima falls today, September 25, or tomorrow, September 26.
Bhadrapada Purnima 2026: Today or Tomorrow?
To determine the correct date for Bhadrapada Purnima, we consult the *Panchang* (Hindu almanac). According to the Vedic *Panchang*, the Bhadrapada Purnima *Tithi* begins this year on Friday, September 25, at 11:06 PM. It concludes on Saturday, September 26, at 10:18 PM.
On September 25, moonrise occurs at 5:27 PM while the *Chaturdashi Tithi* (14th day) is still prevailing. Therefore, observing the Bhadrapada Purnima fast on September 25 holds no significance, as the *Udaya Tithi* (the *Tithi* prevailing at sunrise) for Bhadrapada Purnima does not occur on that day.
The *Udaya Tithi* for Bhadrapada Purnima falls on September 26; sunrise is at 6:11 AM, and moonrise on that day is at 5:58 PM. Thus, Bhadrapada Purnima falls on Saturday, September 26.
Worship of Goddess Lakshmi and the Moon on Bhadrapada Purnima
The Bhadrapada Purnima fast will be observed, and rituals involving bathing and charity will be performed on this day. Lord Satyanarayan will be worshipped in the morning. Goddess Lakshmi will be worshipped during *Pradosh Kaal* (the twilight period), and *Arghya* (offering of water) will be offered to the Moon upon its rise at night. Worshipping the Moon on *Purnima* helps alleviate *Chandra Dosha* (lunar afflictions).
**Shraddh on Bhadrapada Purnima**
The Shraddh ritual for the *Purnima Tithi* (Full Moon day) will be performed on September 26. For those whose ancestors passed away on the *Purnima Tithi*, rituals such as *Tarpan*, *Pind Daan*, and *Shraddh* will take place on Saturday. *Pitra Paksha* will commence from *Ashwin Krishna Pratipada*.
**Bhadrapada Purnima 2026 Auspicious Timings (Muhurat)**
*Purnima* Bath and Donation timing: *Brahma Muhurat* from 04:36 AM to 05:24 AM
Satyanarayan Puja timing on Bhadrapada Purnima: From 07:42 AM to 09:12 AM
Abhijit Muhurat: From 11:48 AM to 12:36 PM
Lakshmi Puja timing: From 06:13 PM onwards
Moonrise time: 05:58 PM
Moon *Arghya* (offering) time: After 07:30 PM
**Rahu Kaal on Bhadrapada Purnima 2026**
On Bhadrapada Purnima, *Rahu Kaal* falls in the morning. The timing for *Rahu Kaal* is from 09:12 AM to 10:42 AM.
**Shraddh Timing for Bhadrapada Purnima**
Those wishing to perform *Shraddh* for their ancestors should carry out rituals like *Tarpan*, *Pind Daan*, charity, and *Shraddh* between 11:30 AM and 01:30 PM.
**Significance of Bhadrapada Purnima**
Taking a holy bath and making donations on Bhadrapada Purnima washes away sins and bestows merit (*Punya*).
Performing the Satyanarayan Puja and listening to the *Katha* (narrative) on Bhadrapada Purnima brings happiness, prosperity, and peace to one's life.
Worshipping Goddess Lakshmi on the evening of Bhadrapada Purnima leads to an increase in wealth, assets, and opulence.
Offering *Arghya* to the Moon on the night of Bhadrapada Purnima helps alleviate *Chandra Dosha* (lunar affliction) in one's horoscope. Its auspicious influence will strengthen the mind and enhance decision-making ability.
Performing *Shraddh* for ancestors on this day prevents *Pitra Dosh*; their blessings lead to progress in life.
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