Pratipada Dates 2027
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Jan 2027 | — |
Begins: 08-Jan-2027 01:54 AM Friday
Ends: 09-Jan-2027 04:34 AM Saturday
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Pausha | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 23.0°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 3)
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| 23 Jan 2027 | — |
Begins: 22-Jan-2027 05:48 PM Friday
Ends: 23-Jan-2027 02:14 PM Saturday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
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Cancer 8.0°
Pushya (Pada 2)
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| 07 Feb 2027 | — |
Begins: 06-Feb-2027 09:26 PM Saturday
Ends: 07-Feb-2027 11:27 PM Sunday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Capricorn 23.4°
Dhanishta (Pada 1)
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| 21 Feb 2027 | — |
Begins: 21-Feb-2027 04:54 AM Sunday
Ends: 22-Feb-2027 02:04 AM Monday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Leo 7.8°
Magha (Pada 3)
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| 09 Mar 2027 | — |
Begins: 08-Mar-2027 02:59 PM Monday
Ends: 09-Mar-2027 03:41 PM Tuesday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aquarius 23.3°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 1)
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| 23 Mar 2027 | Dhulivandan (Rangwali Holi) |
Begins: 22-Mar-2027 04:15 PM Monday
Ends: 23-Mar-2027 02:30 PM Tuesday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Virgo 7.3°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 4)
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| 07 Apr 2027 | Gudi Padwa |
Begins: 07-Apr-2027 05:21 AM Wednesday
Ends: 08-Apr-2027 04:29 AM Thursday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Pisces 22.7°
Revati (Pada 2)
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| 21 Apr 2027 | — |
Begins: 21-Apr-2027 03:58 AM Wednesday
Ends: 22-Apr-2027 03:31 AM Thursday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Libra 6.4°
Chitra (Pada 4)
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| 07 May 2027 | — |
Begins: 06-May-2027 04:28 PM Thursday
Ends: 07-May-2027 02:14 PM Friday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Aries 21.4°
Bharani (Pada 3)
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| 21 May 2027 | — |
Begins: 20-May-2027 04:30 PM Thursday
Ends: 21-May-2027 05:25 PM Friday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
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Scorpio 5.0°
Anuradha (Pada 1)
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| 05 Jun 2027 | — |
Begins: 05-Jun-2027 01:10 AM Saturday
Ends: 05-Jun-2027 09:59 PM Saturday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Taurus 19.7°
Rohini (Pada 3)
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| 20 Jun 2027 | — |
Begins: 19-Jun-2027 06:15 AM Saturday
Ends: 20-Jun-2027 08:17 AM Sunday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 3.3°
Mula (Pada 1)
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| 04 Jul 2027 | — |
Begins: 04-Jul-2027 08:32 AM Sunday
Ends: 05-Jul-2027 04:51 AM Monday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Gemini 17.7°
Ardra (Pada 4)
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| 19 Jul 2027 | — |
Begins: 18-Jul-2027 09:16 PM Sunday
Ends: 19-Jul-2027 11:49 PM Monday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
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Capricorn 1.5°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 2)
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| 03 Aug 2027 | — |
Begins: 02-Aug-2027 03:35 PM Monday
Ends: 03-Aug-2027 11:51 AM Tuesday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Cancer 15.7°
Pushya (Pada 4)
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| 18 Aug 2027 | — |
Begins: 17-Aug-2027 01:00 PM Tuesday
Ends: 18-Aug-2027 03:17 PM Wednesday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Capricorn 29.9°
Dhanishta (Pada 2)
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| 01 Sep 2027 | — |
Begins: 31-Aug-2027 11:11 PM Tuesday
Ends: 01-Sep-2027 07:50 PM Wednesday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Leo 13.8°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 1)
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| 16 Sep 2027 | — |
Begins: 16-Sep-2027 04:34 AM Thursday
Ends: 17-Sep-2027 05:53 AM Friday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Aquarius 28.6°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 3)
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| 30 Sep 2027 | Ghatasthapana (Navratri Begins) |
Begins: 30-Sep-2027 08:06 AM Thursday
Ends: 01-Oct-2027 05:35 AM Friday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Virgo 12.5°
Hasta (Pada 1)
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| 16 Oct 2027 | — |
Begins: 15-Oct-2027 07:18 PM Friday
Ends: 16-Oct-2027 07:14 PM Saturday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Pisces 27.7°
Revati (Pada 4)
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| 30 Oct 2027 | Balipratipada (Govardhan Puja) |
Begins: 29-Oct-2027 07:06 PM Friday
Ends: 30-Oct-2027 05:52 PM Saturday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Libra 11.6°
Swati (Pada 2)
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| 15 Nov 2027 | — |
Begins: 14-Nov-2027 08:57 AM Sunday
Ends: 15-Nov-2027 07:30 AM Monday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Aries 27.3°
Krittika (Pada 1)
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| 29 Nov 2027 | — |
Begins: 28-Nov-2027 08:54 AM Sunday
Ends: 29-Nov-2027 09:13 AM Monday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Scorpio 11.4°
Anuradha (Pada 3)
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| 14 Dec 2027 | — |
Begins: 13-Dec-2027 09:40 PM Monday
Ends: 14-Dec-2027 07:03 PM Tuesday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Taurus 27.1°
Mrigashira (Pada 2)
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| 28 Dec 2027 | — |
Begins: 28-Dec-2027 01:42 AM Tuesday
Ends: 29-Dec-2027 03:28 AM Wednesday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 11.6°
Mula (Pada 4)
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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.