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Kali Puja 2026

Kali Puja 2026 falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Kali Puja is dedicated to Goddess Kali, the fierce form of Durga.

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DateSunday, 8 November 2026
Tithi Window11:27 AM → 12:31 PM
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Muhurat Time
8th Nov 01:51 pm - 9th Nov 03:58 pm
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Tithi Timing
11:27 AM → 12:31 PM
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Auspicious Timing

What is the shubh muhurat for Kali Puja 2026?

Sunday, 8 November 2026
Shubh Muhurat

The shubh muhurat for Kali Puja 2026 is 8th Nov 01:51 pm - 9th Nov 03:58 pm. The tithi runs from 11:27 AM on Nov 8 to 12:31 PM on Nov 9.

Brahma MuhurtaPre-dawn — most sattvic time for chanting & meditation
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SunriseBegin holy bath & purification
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Auspicious Puja WindowMost powerful time for puja & chanting
8th Nov 01:51 pm - 9th Nov 03:58 pm
Abhijit MuhurtaMid-day victory window — ~48 minutes around solar noon
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Tithi BeginsEnters · Nov 8
11:27 AM
SunsetEvening aarti & lamp offering
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Tithi EndsConclude observances
12:31 PM

Tithi and muhurat times are in IST.

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The Festival

What is Kali Puja 2026?

Kali Puja is dedicated to Goddess Kali, the fierce form of Durga. It is a significant festival in Bengal and some parts of India, where devotees worship her for protection and blessings. The rituals involve elaborate offerings, chants, and a night-long vigil, with prayers for peace, strength, and the removal of obstacles.

Significance of Kali Puja 2026

Kali Puja 2026 honors Goddess Kali, the fierce form of Shakti associated with time, transformation, and liberation. It is a night of courage, protection, and inner renewal. The rituals help devotees face fears, remove ego, and invite Kali’s blessings for justice and balance. Lamps, flowers, and prayers turn homes into sanctuaries of focus and devotion. Across Bengal, Assam, and beyond, families come together to reflect, share stories, and renew vows to truth, duty, and mercy. 🙏🕯️

Kali Puja 2026 Date, Muhurat and Timing

Title Value
Tithi Kartik Amavasya (Kali Puja Amavasya)
Date Sunday, 8 November 2026

Traditions & Rituals of Kali Puja 2026

  • Clean and decorate the home with rangoli, lamps, and kalash decor to invite divine energy. A bright entrance sets a welcoming aura for Kali and helps focus the mind on gratitude as soon as the puja begins. 👣🪔
  • Place a Kali idol or image in a clean, sacred corner and bathe the idol with water or milk offerings to honor the Goddess purifying aspect.
  • Offer red sandal paste, vermilion, fresh flowers, and bhog such as fruits, sweets, and a prepared meal to please Kali.
  • Chant Kali mantras and perform aarti while keeping the attention steady on the Goddess’ fierce compassion and protection.
  • Share prasad with family, neighbors, and the needy to spread blessings and communal harmony during the festival.

Remedies to Perform on Kali Puja 2026

  • Action: Light a ghee lamp before the Kali idol at dusk.
    Benefit: It attracts divine grace and dispels darkness.
  • Action: Offer red hibiscus, kumkum, and simple bhog to the Goddess.
    Benefit: Fosters courage and protects the home from negativity.
  • Action: Chant Kali Puja mantras for a few minutes and reflect on inner strength.
    Benefit: Calms the mind and removes fear.

Mantras & Chants on Kali Puja 2026

  • Om Krim Kalikaye Namah — this mantra invokes Kali’s protective energy and fierce grace for strength and safety.
  • Om Klim Kalikaye Namah — this mantra awakens power for purification, fearless action, and steadfast resolve.

Fasting Rules & Food Guidelines on Kali Puja 2026

  • Many observers choose a balanced fasting plan, opting for a light vrat with fruits, milk, and simple grains to keep energy steady.
  • Avoid heavy or spicy foods if you follow strict fasting or traditional rules; prefer sattvic dishes, dairy, and fresh vegetables.
  • Break the fast after Puja with prasad and share it with family and neighbors as a gesture of welcome and mercy.

Dos and Don’ts on Kali Puja 2026

Do’s

  • Keep the puja space clean and respectful throughout the night.
  • Offer red flowers, kumkum, vermilion, fruits, and bhog with devotion.
  • Maintain a calm and focused attitude during chants and prayers.

Donts

  • Don’t disrespect Kali or her sacred symbols and mantras.
  • Don’t consume alcohol or non-vegetarian foods during the puja period.
  • Don’t neglect cleanliness of utensils, lamps, and the puja space.

Your Moon sign

What does Kali Puja 2026 mean for your rashi?

The date and muhurat above are the same for everyone. How the day sits against your own chart is not. Pick your Moon sign (rashi) to see how this observance relates to it.

Not sure of your rashi? It is your Moon sign at birth — often different from the Sun sign used in Western horoscopes.

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