The table below brings together the full Ekadashi calendar for 2026 in one place—covering each Ekadashi’s name, the calendar date, the lunar month and paksha (for example, Magha Shukla or Magha Krishna), and the Ekadashi 2026 tithi start–end time. If you prefer quick, accurate reference without jumping between pages, this single list helps you find the right Ekadashi instantly.
What is Ekadashi and why is it considered important?
In the Hindu lunar calendar, Ekadashi is the 11th tithi (lunar day) and occurs twice every month—once in the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) and once in the Krishna Paksha (waning phase). Traditionally, Ekadashi is associated with Lord Vishnu’s worship, self-discipline, prayer, and spiritual reflection. Many devotees observe fasting or maintain simple, sattvic routines on this day, depending on their health, tradition, and personal practice.
The deeper idea behind Ekadashi is not only “fasting,” but also mental clarity, moderation, and inner purification—reducing distractions, cultivating calmness, and aligning daily habits with spirituality. That is why different Ekadashis have specific names such as Shattila, Jaya, Nirjala, Devshayani, Devutthana and more—each linked with its own traditional significance and beliefs.
How to read this table correctly
- Date (2026) is the common calendar date on which Ekadashi vrat/pooja is widely observed.
- Tithi (Start–End) shows when the Ekadashi tithi begins and when it ends.
- Sometimes the tithi spans across two different dates. In such cases, people may get confused about the correct day. That is why the exact start and end time is included here—to make the timing clear.
Why is “Lunar Month + Paksha” mentioned?
Ekadashi is also identified using the lunar month and paksha, such as Magha Shukla Ekadashi or Kartika Krishna Ekadashi. This makes the reference more precise, especially when names, local customs, or regional calendars vary slightly. Month–paksha labeling helps you match the Ekadashi correctly across different Panchang sources.
Ekadashi 2026 Complete List
Note: All tithi timings are in IST (India).
| Ekadashi (Name) | Date (2026) | Lunar Month + Paksha | Ekadashi Tithi (Start – End) | Significance (Brief) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shattila Ekadashi | 14 January 2026 | Magha Krishna Ekadashi | 15:17, 13 Jan – 17:52, 14 Jan | Til (sesame) charity/worship; believed to reduce sins |
| Jaya Ekadashi | 29 January 2026 | Magha Shukla Ekadashi | 16:35, 28 Jan – 13:55, 29 Jan | Victory and success; devotion to Vishnu |
| Vijaya Ekadashi | 13 February 2026 | Phalguna Krishna Ekadashi | 12:22, 12 Feb – 14:25, 13 Feb | Success in efforts; victory-oriented observance |
| Amalaki Ekadashi | 27 February 2026 | Phalguna Shukla Ekadashi | 00:33, 27 Feb – 22:32, 27 Feb | Amla (Indian gooseberry) & Vishnu worship; health/prosperity belief |
| Papamochani Ekadashi | 15 March 2026 | Chaitra Krishna Ekadashi | 08:10, 14 Mar – 09:16, 15 Mar | Believed to cleanse sins; inner purification |
| Kamada Ekadashi | 29 March 2026 | Chaitra Shukla Ekadashi | 08:45, 28 Mar – 07:46, 29 Mar | Linked with fulfillment of wishes (kāmana) |
| Varuthini Ekadashi | 13 April 2026 | Vaishakha Krishna Ekadashi | 01:16, 13 Apr – 01:08, 14 Apr | Protective merit; charity and discipline emphasized |
| Mohini Ekadashi | 27 April 2026 | Vaishakha Shukla Ekadashi | 18:06, 26 Apr – 18:15, 27 Apr | Associated with removing delusion and confusion |
| Apara Ekadashi | 13 May 2026 | Jyeshtha Krishna Ekadashi | 14:52, 12 May – 13:29, 13 May | Sin-reduction; fame/merit increase belief |
| Padmini Ekadashi | 27 May 2026 | Jyeshtha Shukla Ekadashi | 05:10, 26 May – 06:21, 27 May | Special Ekadashi linked to Adhika Maas traditions |
| Parama Ekadashi | 11 June 2026 | Jyeshtha Krishna Ekadashi | 00:57, 11 Jun – 22:36, 11 Jun | Considered highly purifying; Vishnu’s grace belief |
| Nirjala Ekadashi | 25 June 2026 | Jyeshtha Shukla Ekadashi | 18:12, 24 Jun – 20:09, 25 Jun | Most austere fast (waterless); great merit tradition |
| Yogini Ekadashi | 10 July 2026 | Ashadha Krishna Ekadashi | 08:16, 10 Jul – 05:22, 11 Jul | Purification and wellbeing; discipline-focused |
| Devshayani Ekadashi | 25 July 2026 | Ashadha Shukla Ekadashi | 09:12, 24 Jul – 11:34, 25 Jul | Start of Chaturmas; Vishnu enters yogic sleep belief |
| Kamika Ekadashi | 09 August 2026 | Shravana Krishna Ekadashi | 13:59, 08 Aug – 11:04, 09 Aug | Vishnu worship; protection and merit belief |
| Shravana Putrada Ekadashi | 23 August 2026 | Shravana Shukla Ekadashi | 02:00, 23 Aug – 04:18, 24 Aug | Linked with blessings for progeny; devotion emphasis |
| Aja Ekadashi | 07 September 2026 | Bhadrapada Krishna Ekadashi | 19:29, 06 Sep – 17:03, 07 Sep | Purifying observance; wellbeing and virtue belief |
| Parsva/Parivartini Ekadashi | 22 September 2026 | Bhadrapada Shukla Ekadashi | 20:00, 21 Sep – 21:43, 22 Sep | Vishnu ‘changes sides’; special worship tradition |
| Indira Ekadashi | 06 October 2026 | Ashwina Krishna Ekadashi | 02:07, 06 Oct – 00:34, 07 Oct | Connected with ancestral merit in some traditions |
| Papankusha Ekadashi | 22 October 2026 | Ashwina Shukla Ekadashi | 14:11, 21 Oct – 14:47, 22 Oct | “Ankusha” over sins; charity and restraint belief |
| Rama Ekadashi | 05 November 2026 | Kartika Krishna Ekadashi | 11:03, 04 Nov – 10:35, 05 Nov | Prosperity-oriented; Lakshmi–Narayan devotion belief |
| Devutthana/Prabodhini Ekadashi | 20 November 2026 | Kartika Shukla Ekadashi | 07:15, 20 Nov – 06:31, 21 Nov | End of Chaturmas; Vishnu ‘awakens’ belief |
| Utpanna Ekadashi | 04 December 2026 | Margashirsha Krishna Ekadashi | 23:03, 03 Dec – 23:44, 04 Dec | Linked to Ekadashi Devi’s origin in tradition |
| Mokshada/Vaikuntha Ekadashi | 20 December 2026 | Margashirsha Shukla Ekadashi | 22:09, 19 Dec – 20:14, 20 Dec | Liberation (moksha) belief; Vaikuntha significance |
Important note for strict observers
This table provides a clear reference for names, dates, and tithi timings. However, details such as Parana (vow-breaking time), rules based on sunrise, and differences across Smarta/Vaishnava traditions can cause minor variations in how some communities observe the day. If you follow strict rules, it is best to confirm Parana and local practice using your preferred Panchang.
Read in Hindi : एकादशी 2026 सूची: सभी एकादशी की तारीख, मास‑पक्ष और तिथि समय
