Saptami Dates 2026
Saptami is the 7th lunar day (tithi) in the Hindu calendar, occurring twice every month — once in the Shukla Paksha and once in the Krishna Paksha. Saptami is primarily associated with the Sun God (Surya) and is considered auspicious for Surya worship and related rituals.
The most significant Saptami is Ratha Saptami, falling on Magha Shukla Saptami, which marks the northward journey of the Sun and celebrates the Sun God's power and glory. Saptami during Navratri is also observed as part of the nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga.
The most significant Saptami is Ratha Saptami, falling on Magha Shukla Saptami, which marks the northward journey of the Sun and celebrates the Sun God's power and glory. Saptami during Navratri is also observed as part of the nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga.
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| Date | Name | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Jan 2026 | — |
Begins: 09-Jan-2026 07:06 AM Friday
Ends: 10-Jan-2026 08:25 AM Saturday
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Pausha | Krishna |
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Virgo 6.5°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 3)
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| 25 Jan 2026 | Ratha Saptami |
Begins: 25-Jan-2026 12:40 AM Sunday
Ends: 25-Jan-2026 11:11 PM Sunday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Pisces 22.6°
Revati (Pada 2)
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| 08 Feb 2026 | — |
Begins: 08-Feb-2026 02:55 AM Sunday
Ends: 09-Feb-2026 05:02 AM Monday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Libra 6.9°
Swati (Pada 1)
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| 24 Feb 2026 | — |
Begins: 23-Feb-2026 09:10 AM Monday
Ends: 24-Feb-2026 07:03 AM Tuesday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aries 22.3°
Bharani (Pada 3)
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| 10 Mar 2026 | — |
Begins: 09-Mar-2026 11:28 PM Monday
Ends: 11-Mar-2026 01:55 AM Wednesday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Scorpio 6.9°
Anuradha (Pada 2)
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| 25 Mar 2026 | — |
Begins: 24-Mar-2026 04:08 PM Tuesday
Ends: 25-Mar-2026 01:51 PM Wednesday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Taurus 21.6°
Rohini (Pada 4)
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| 09 Apr 2026 | — |
Begins: 08-Apr-2026 07:03 PM Wednesday
Ends: 09-Apr-2026 09:20 PM Thursday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 6.5°
Mula (Pada 2)
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| 23 Apr 2026 | — |
Begins: 22-Apr-2026 10:50 PM Wednesday
Ends: 23-Apr-2026 08:50 PM Thursday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Gemini 20.3°
Punarvasu (Pada 1)
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| 09 May 2026 | — |
Begins: 08-May-2026 12:23 PM Friday
Ends: 09-May-2026 02:04 PM Saturday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
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Capricorn 5.5°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 3)
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| 22 May 2026 | — |
Begins: 22-May-2026 06:25 AM Friday
Ends: 23-May-2026 05:05 AM Saturday
|
Adhika Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Cancer 18.7°
Ashlesha (Pada 1)
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| 07 Jun 2026 | — |
Begins: 07-Jun-2026 02:42 AM Sunday
Ends: 08-Jun-2026 03:25 AM Monday
|
Adhika Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Aquarius 3.9°
Dhanishta (Pada 4)
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| 21 Jun 2026 | — |
Begins: 20-Jun-2026 03:47 PM Saturday
Ends: 21-Jun-2026 03:21 PM Sunday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Leo 16.9°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 2)
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| 07 Jul 2026 | — |
Begins: 06-Jul-2026 01:48 PM Monday
Ends: 07-Jul-2026 01:26 PM Tuesday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Pisces 2.1°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 4)
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| 20 Jul 2026 | — |
Begins: 20-Jul-2026 03:30 AM Monday
Ends: 21-Jul-2026 04:03 AM Tuesday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Virgo 15.0°
Hasta (Pada 2)
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| 05 Aug 2026 | — |
Begins: 04-Aug-2026 10:04 PM Tuesday
Ends: 05-Aug-2026 08:43 PM Wednesday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
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Aries 0.1°
Ashwini (Pada 1)
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| 19 Aug 2026 | — |
Begins: 18-Aug-2026 05:51 PM Tuesday
Ends: 19-Aug-2026 07:20 PM Wednesday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Libra 13.3°
Swati (Pada 3)
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| 03 Sep 2026 | — |
Begins: 03-Sep-2026 04:27 AM Thursday
Ends: 04-Sep-2026 02:26 AM Friday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Aries 28.2°
Krittika (Pada 1)
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| 18 Sep 2026 | — |
Begins: 17-Sep-2026 10:48 AM Thursday
Ends: 18-Sep-2026 01:02 PM Friday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Scorpio 12.1°
Anuradha (Pada 3)
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| 03 Oct 2026 | — |
Begins: 02-Oct-2026 10:16 AM Friday
Ends: 03-Oct-2026 08:00 AM Saturday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Taurus 26.8°
Mrigashira (Pada 2)
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| 17 Oct 2026 | Maha Saptami |
Begins: 17-Oct-2026 05:55 AM Saturday
Ends: 18-Oct-2026 08:29 AM Sunday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 11.4°
Mula (Pada 4)
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| 01 Nov 2026 | — |
Begins: 31-Oct-2026 04:58 PM Saturday
Ends: 01-Nov-2026 02:52 PM Sunday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Gemini 25.8°
Punarvasu (Pada 2)
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| 16 Nov 2026 | — |
Begins: 16-Nov-2026 02:02 AM Monday
Ends: 17-Nov-2026 04:20 AM Tuesday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Capricorn 11.2°
Shravana (Pada 1)
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| 30 Nov 2026 | — |
Begins: 30-Nov-2026 01:47 AM Monday
Ends: 01-Dec-2026 12:12 AM Tuesday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Cancer 25.4°
Ashlesha (Pada 3)
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| 16 Dec 2026 | — |
Begins: 15-Dec-2026 09:20 PM Tuesday
Ends: 16-Dec-2026 10:46 PM Wednesday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Aquarius 11.4°
Shatabhisha (Pada 2)
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| 30 Dec 2026 | — |
Begins: 29-Dec-2026 01:26 PM Tuesday
Ends: 30-Dec-2026 12:37 PM Wednesday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Leo 25.3°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 4)
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Saptami – Significance, Festivals & Rituals
What is Saptami?
Saptami is the 7th lunar day (tithi) in the Hindu calendar, occurring twice every month — once in the Shukla Paksha and once in the Krishna Paksha. It is primarily associated with the Sun God (Surya) and is considered auspicious for Surya worship.
What is Ratha Saptami?
Ratha Saptami falls on Magha Shukla Saptami and marks the northward journey of the Sun (Uttarayan). It celebrates the Sun God riding his chariot pulled by seven horses, symbolising the seven colours of light. It is observed with a holy bath, Surya puja, and offering of Arghya to the Sun.
What is the significance of Saptami during Navratri?
The seventh day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Kalaratri, the seventh form of Goddess Durga. She is worshipped for protection against evil forces and negative energies. Special pujas and offerings are made on this day.
How is Saptami observed?
Devotees rise before sunrise, take a holy bath, and offer Arghya to the Sun. Surya mantras such as the Aditya Hridayam are recited. Fasting and visiting Sun temples are common practices observed on Saptami.