Vishesh Vedic Anushthan
Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2026: Date, Muhurat, Puja Vidhi & Significance
📅 Sunday, 8 November 2026
| Tithi begins | 11:28 AM, 8 Nov |
|---|---|
| Tithi ends | 12:32 PM, 9 Nov |
| Sunrise / Sunset (Ujjain) | 06:35 AM / 05:44 PM |
| Nakshatra | Swati (till 07:23 AM, 9 Nov) |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 11:48 AM – 12:32 PM |
| Pradosh kaal | 05:44 PM – 08:19 PM |
| Rahu Kaal (avoid) | 04:21 PM – 05:44 PM |
Timings for Ujjain (IST). For your city see the panchang.
Significance
Diwali, on Kartika Amavasya, is the night of Maa Lakshmi. Lakshmi-Ganesh puja in the sthir lagna of pradosh kaal invites lasting wealth into the home and business.
Deity: Maa Lakshmi & Ganesh
Special pujas for Diwali (Lakshmi Puja)
In other years
- Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2025: Monday, 20 October 2025
- Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2026: Sunday, 8 November 2026
- Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2027: Friday, 29 October 2027
- Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2028: Tuesday, 17 October 2028
- Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2029: Monday, 5 November 2029
- Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2030: Saturday, 26 October 2030
- Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2031: Friday, 14 November 2031
Frequently asked questions
When is Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) in 2026?
As per the Ujjain panchang, Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2026 falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026.
What are the tithi timings for Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2026?
The tithi begins at 11:28 AM, 8 Nov and ends at 12:32 PM, 9 Nov (IST).
Which puja should be done on Diwali (Lakshmi Puja)?
Mahalakshmi Puja & Shri Sukta Havan, Samuhik Lakshmi-Kuber Puja, Kaal Bhairav Puja, Ujjain are considered especially fruitful on Diwali (Lakshmi Puja).