Ekadashi 2026 Dates List
Ekadashi is the 11th tithi of each lunar fortnight — the main fasting day for Vaishnavas, occurring twice a month (about 24 times a year, plus occasional adhika Ekadashis).
This page lists every Ekadashi in 2026 with its traditional name — Nirjala, Devshayani, Mohini, Vaikuntha and the rest — computed from the lunar panchang.
Formula
Ekadashi = 11th tithi of Shukla and Krishna paksha each month
Example
2026 has ~24 Ekadashis, starting with Shattila Ekadashi in January — see the full table.
How to Use
- 1. Read the table for each Ekadashi name and date.
- 2. Plan fasts one day ahead — parana is the next morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Ekadashis in 2026?
About 24 — two per lunar month — listed in the table.
What is Nirjala Ekadashi?
The strictest Ekadashi — without water — falling in Jyeshtha.
What is parana?
The fast-breaking time the morning after Ekadashi.
Do dates vary by region?
Rarely by a day where calendars differ.