Purnima Kab Hai — 2026 Dates, Significance & Vrat

Purnima is the full moon day — it occurs 12 times in 2026. Get the full Purnima 2026 date list, the significance of Guru Purnima and Sharad Purnima, and vrat guidelines.

Quick Answer

Purnima (पूर्णिमा) is the full moon day — the 15th tithi of the waxing fortnight, occurring once every lunar month (12 times a year). It is an auspicious day for fasting, meditation, charity, and Satyanarayan Puja.

The most significant Purnimas in 2026: Guru Purnima (July 29 — honoring teachers and gurus), Sharad Purnima (October 25 — the night the moon is believed to emit amrit/nectar), and Kartik Purnima (November 24 — the festival of Dev Deepawali).

Satyanarayan Puja is most commonly performed on Purnima days. Many devotees keep a one-meal fast (ekabhukta) and break it after moonrise. The full moon is associated with spiritual energy, clarity, and abundance in Vedic tradition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Purnima in 2026?

Purnima occurs once every lunar month in 2026 — 12 dates. The first is January 25 and the last is December 24, 2026.

When is Guru Purnima 2026?

Guru Purnima 2026 falls on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

What is special about Sharad Purnima?

Sharad Purnima (October 25, 2026) is the only night when the moon is believed to emit amrit — food kept under moonlight overnight is considered blessed.