Saptami Dates 2028
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.
All times shown in: Asia/Kolkata
| Date | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03-Jan-2028 |
Begins: 03-Jan-2028 04:13 PM Monday
Ends: 04-Jan-2028 06:20 PM Tuesday
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Pausha | Shukla |
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Pisces 0.3°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 4)
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| 17-Jan-2028 |
Begins: 17-Jan-2028 03:13 PM Monday
Ends: 18-Jan-2028 01:32 PM Tuesday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
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Virgo 14.5°
Hasta (Pada 2)
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| 02-Feb-2028 |
Begins: 02-Feb-2028 11:13 AM Wednesday
Ends: 03-Feb-2028 12:22 PM Thursday
|
Magha | Shukla |
|
Aries 0.6°
Ashwini (Pada 1)
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| 16-Feb-2028 |
Begins: 16-Feb-2028 02:40 AM Wednesday
Ends: 17-Feb-2028 01:46 AM Thursday
|
Magha | Krishna |
|
Libra 14.4°
Swati (Pada 3)
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| 03-Mar-2028 |
Begins: 03-Mar-2028 02:39 AM Friday
Ends: 04-Mar-2028 02:44 AM Saturday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
|
Taurus 0.5°
Krittika (Pada 2)
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| 16-Mar-2028 |
Begins: 16-Mar-2028 04:13 PM Thursday
Ends: 17-Mar-2028 04:27 PM Friday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
|
Scorpio 14.1°
Anuradha (Pada 4)
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| 01-Apr-2028 |
Begins: 01-Apr-2028 02:14 PM Saturday
Ends: 02-Apr-2028 01:23 PM Sunday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
|
Taurus 29.9°
Mrigashira (Pada 2)
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| 15-Apr-2028 |
Begins: 15-Apr-2028 07:49 AM Saturday
Ends: 16-Apr-2028 09:11 AM Sunday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
|
Sagittarius 13.4°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 1)
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| 30-Apr-2028 |
Begins: 30-Apr-2028 10:29 PM Sunday
Ends: 01-May-2028 08:52 PM Monday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
|
Gemini 28.6°
Punarvasu (Pada 3)
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| 15-May-2028 |
Begins: 15-May-2028 12:50 AM Monday
Ends: 16-May-2028 03:01 AM Tuesday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
|
Capricorn 12.2°
Shravana (Pada 1)
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| 30-May-2028 |
Begins: 30-May-2028 04:22 AM Tuesday
Ends: 31-May-2028 02:13 AM Wednesday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
|
Cancer 26.8°
Ashlesha (Pada 4)
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| 13-Jun-2028 |
Begins: 13-Jun-2028 06:21 PM Tuesday
Ends: 14-Jun-2028 08:47 PM Wednesday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
|
Aquarius 10.8°
Shatabhisha (Pada 2)
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| 28-Jun-2028 |
Begins: 28-Jun-2028 09:08 AM Wednesday
Ends: 29-Jun-2028 06:47 AM Thursday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Leo 24.7°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 4)
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| 13-Jul-2028 |
Begins: 13-Jul-2028 11:23 AM Thursday
Ends: 14-Jul-2028 01:31 PM Friday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
Pisces 9.1°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 2)
|
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| 27-Jul-2028 |
Begins: 27-Jul-2028 02:11 PM Thursday
Ends: 28-Jul-2028 12:03 PM Friday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
|
Virgo 22.6°
Hasta (Pada 4)
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| 12-Aug-2028 |
Begins: 12-Aug-2028 03:13 AM Saturday
Ends: 13-Aug-2028 04:44 AM Sunday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
|
Aries 7.4°
Ashwini (Pada 3)
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| 25-Aug-2028 |
Begins: 25-Aug-2028 09:01 PM Friday
Ends: 26-Aug-2028 07:33 PM Saturday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
|
Libra 20.7°
Vishakha (Pada 1)
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| 10-Sep-2028 |
Begins: 10-Sep-2028 05:30 PM Sunday
Ends: 11-Sep-2028 06:11 PM Monday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
|
Taurus 6.0°
Krittika (Pada 3)
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| 24-Sep-2028 |
Begins: 24-Sep-2028 06:57 AM Sunday
Ends: 25-Sep-2028 06:33 AM Monday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Scorpio 19.3°
Jyeshtha (Pada 1)
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| 10-Oct-2028 |
Begins: 10-Oct-2028 06:03 AM Tuesday
Ends: 11-Oct-2028 05:49 AM Wednesday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
|
Gemini 5.0°
Mrigashira (Pada 4)
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| 23-Oct-2028 |
Begins: 23-Oct-2028 08:53 PM Monday
Ends: 24-Oct-2028 09:42 PM Tuesday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
|
Sagittarius 18.5°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 2)
|
|
| 08-Nov-2028 |
Begins: 08-Nov-2028 04:49 PM Wednesday
Ends: 09-Nov-2028 03:41 PM Thursday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
|
Cancer 4.3°
Pushya (Pada 1)
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| 22-Nov-2028 |
Begins: 22-Nov-2028 02:47 PM Wednesday
Ends: 23-Nov-2028 04:38 PM Thursday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
|
Capricorn 18.3°
Shravana (Pada 3)
|
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| 08-Dec-2028 |
Begins: 08-Dec-2028 02:01 AM Friday
Ends: 09-Dec-2028 12:10 AM Saturday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
|
Leo 4.0°
Magha (Pada 2)
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| 22-Dec-2028 |
Begins: 22-Dec-2028 11:32 AM Friday
Ends: 23-Dec-2028 01:59 PM Saturday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Aquarius 18.6°
Shatabhisha (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.