Durga Puja 2026 Dates — Shashthi to Dashami
Durga Puja is the biggest festival of Bengal and eastern India, celebrated over the last five days of Sharad Navratri. It begins on Maha Shashthi (the day of Bodhon, when the Goddess is welcomed), runs through Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami and Maha Navami, and ends with Vijaya Dashami — the day of immersion (Bisarjan).
This tool computes all five Durga Puja 2026 days for your Indian city from the lunar panchang, so the dates reflect the tithis as they actually fall locally.
Important: Puja dates can differ by a day between traditions. Confirm with your local panchang or puja committee.
Formula
Durga Puja days = Navratri days 6–9 (Shukla Shashthi to Navami) plus Vijaya Dashami (Shukla Dashami).
Example
Delhi: Maha Shashthi → Saptami → Ashtami → Navami → Vijaya Dashami. Dates update per city.
How to Use
- 1. Select your Indian city.
- 2. Click "Show Dates".
- 3. Read the five Durga Puja days from Shashthi to Dashami.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Durga Puja in 2026?
Durga Puja 2026 falls in the last five days of Sharad Navratri — around October 2026. This tool lists Shashthi through Dashami for your city.
What are the five days of Durga Puja?
Maha Shashthi, Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami and Vijaya Dashami (Bijoya).
What is Mahalaya?
Mahalaya (Sarva Pitru Amavasya) is observed about a week before Durga Puja and marks the invocation of the Goddess.
Is my data stored?
No. Everything is computed in your browser.