Vishesh Vedic Anushthan
Mauni Amavasya 2026: Date, Muhurat, Puja Vidhi & Significance
📅 Sunday, 18 January 2026
| Tithi begins | 12:04 AM, 18 Jan |
|---|---|
| Tithi ends | 01:22 AM, 19 Jan |
| Sunrise / Sunset (Ujjain) | 07:10 AM / 06:04 PM |
| Nakshatra | Purva Ashadha (till 10:14 AM, 18 Jan) |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 12:15 PM – 12:59 PM |
| Pradosh kaal | 06:04 PM – 08:41 PM |
| Rahu Kaal (avoid) | 04:42 PM – 06:04 PM |
Timings for Ujjain (IST). For your city see the panchang.
Significance
Magha Amavasya is observed in silence (maun). Holy dip, pitra tarpan and daan today are very powerful.
Deity: Pitra & Vishnu
Special pujas for Mauni Amavasya
In other years
- Mauni Amavasya 2025: Wednesday, 29 January 2025
- Mauni Amavasya 2026: Sunday, 18 January 2026
- Mauni Amavasya 2027: Saturday, 6 February 2027
- Mauni Amavasya 2028: Wednesday, 26 January 2028
- Mauni Amavasya 2029: Sunday, 14 January 2029
- Mauni Amavasya 2030: Saturday, 2 February 2030
- Mauni Amavasya 2031: Thursday, 23 January 2031
Frequently asked questions
When is Mauni Amavasya in 2026?
As per the Ujjain panchang, Mauni Amavasya 2026 falls on Sunday, 18 January 2026.
What are the tithi timings for Mauni Amavasya 2026?
The tithi begins at 12:04 AM, 18 Jan and ends at 01:22 AM, 19 Jan (IST).
Which puja should be done on Mauni Amavasya?
Pitra Dosh Nivaran Puja at Siddhavat, Ujjain, Pind Daan & Shraddh (Online Sankalp), Kaal Sarp Dosh Puja in Ujjain are considered especially fruitful on Mauni Amavasya.