🙏 Ekadashi Dates 2026
11th lunar day — Ekadashi is the 11th day of the lunar fortnight, sacred to Lord Vishnu. Fasting on Ekadashi is believed to cleanse sins, purify the mind, and attract divine blessings. There are 24 Ekadashis in a year, each with a specific name and significance.
| Month | Date | Day | Name | Daily Calendar | Month Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2026-01-14 | Wednesday | Shattila Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in January → |
| January | 2026-01-29 | Thursday | Pausha Putrada Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in January → |
| February | 2026-02-13 | Friday | Vijaya Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in February → |
| February | 2026-02-27 | Friday | Jaya Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in February → |
| March | 2026-03-15 | Sunday | Papmochani Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in March → |
| March | 2026-03-29 | Sunday | Amalaki Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in March → |
| April | 2026-04-13 | Monday | Varuthini Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in April → |
| April | 2026-04-27 | Monday | Kamada Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in April → |
| May | 2026-05-13 | Wednesday | Apara Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in May → |
| May | 2026-05-27 | Wednesday | Mohini Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in May → |
| June | 2026-06-11 | Thursday | Apara Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in June → |
| June | 2026-06-25 | Thursday | Nirjala Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in June → |
| July | 2026-07-10 | Friday | Yogini Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in July → |
| July | 2026-07-25 | Saturday | Devshayani Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in July → |
| August | 2026-08-09 | Sunday | Kamika Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in August → |
| August | 2026-08-23 | Sunday | Putrada Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in August → |
| September | 2026-09-07 | Monday | Aja Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in September → |
| September | 2026-09-22 | Tuesday | Parsva Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in September → |
| October | 2026-10-06 | Tuesday | Indira Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in October → |
| October | 2026-10-22 | Thursday | Papankusha Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in October → |
| November | 2026-11-05 | Thursday | Rama Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in November → |
| November | 2026-11-20 | Friday | Prabodhini Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in November → |
| December | 2026-12-04 | Friday | Utpanna Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in December → |
| December | 2026-12-20 | Sunday | Mokshada Ekadashi | View → | Ekadashi in December → |
What is Ekadashi?
Ekadashi (ஏகாதசி) occurs twice every month — on the 11th day of both Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) and Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight). This means there are approximately 24 Ekadashis in a year (25 in some years that have an extra month — Adhika Masa).
Ekadashi is considered the most important fasting day for Vaishnava devotees — those who worship Lord Vishnu or Krishna. The Ekadashi fast involves avoiding rice and grains, and many devout Vaishnavas observe a complete fast (nirjala — without even water). Fruits, milk, and non-grain foods are permitted for those who cannot do a complete fast.
Each Ekadashi has a specific name. Famous ones include Vaikunta Ekadashi (Margazhi month, December), Nirjala Ekadashi (Jyeshtha month, June), and Indira Ekadashi (Ashwin month, October). Reading or listening to Vishnu Sahasranama is especially meritorious on Ekadashi.
- Fasting (no rice/grains)
- Vishnu Puja
- Vishnu Sahasranama reading
- Temple visit
- Meditation
- Charity