Amavasya 2026 — All 12 Dates, Pitru Paksha, Tarpan Vidhi

Sunday, January 18, 2026 (first Amavasya)

Amavasya (new moon) occurs every month in 2026. The most significant is Mahalaya Amavasya (Sept 10, 2026) for Pitru Paksha. Find all 12 dates below.

About Amavasya 2026

Amavasya is the new moon day in the Hindu calendar, occurring once each month (12 per year). It's considered highly auspicious for ancestor worship (tarpan, shraddha), fasting, and performing remedial pujas. Many devotees observe a fast from sunrise to sunset.

The most important Amavasya in 2026 is Mahalaya Amavasya (also called Sarvapitru Amavasya) on September 10, 2026 — the last day of Pitru Paksha, a 15-day period for honoring departed ancestors. Performing tarpan and shraddha on this day is believed to bring peace to ancestral souls.

Other significant Amavasya dates in 2026: Diwali Amavasya (Nov 8, 2026), Mauni Amavasya (Jan 18, 2026), and Chaitra Amavasya (April 16, 2026). Each has its own spiritual significance and ritual practices.

For exact Amavasya timings, Parana (fast-breaking) windows, and city-specific panchang, use the tool below.

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For exact muhurat timings (sunrise, sunset, tithi, nakshatra, Rahu Kaal, Abhijit, etc.) for Sunday, January 18, 2026 (first Amavasya) in your city, use the Live Panchang tool:

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Mahalaya Amavasya 2026?

Mahalaya Amavasya 2026 falls on Thursday, September 10, 2026.

How many Amavasya in 2026?

12 — one per month.

What to do on Amavasya?

Fasting, ancestor worship (tarpan), meditation, and donating food/clothes to the needy are common practices.