2025 Masik Kalashtami Vrat Dates | कालाष्टमी व्रत 2025
Masik Kalashtami, also known as Kala Ashtami, is an auspicious Hindu fasting day observed every month on the Ashtami Tithi (eighth lunar day) during Krishna Paksha (waning moon phase). This vrat is dedicated to Lord Kalabhairav, a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva. Devotees keep fast and perform puja to seek protection, remove negative energies, and gain spiritual growth.
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Significance of Masik Kalashtami
Kalashtami is deeply associated with Lord Kalabhairav, the guardian deity of time (Kaal). Worshipping Him on Kalashtami helps devotees:
- Overcome fear and sorrow
- Seek protection from evil forces
- Attain peace and spiritual strength
- Cleanse past karmas and sins
The most sacred of all Kalashtami observances is Kalabhairav Jayanti, celebrated during the Margashirsha month (as per North Indian calendar) or Kartik month (as per South Indian calendar). On this day, Lord Shiva is believed to have taken the fierce form of Bhairava.
Kalashtami 2025 Vrat Rules & Rituals
- Devotees observe a strict fast from sunrise to moonrise.
- Puja is performed at night, especially during Pradosh Kaal, when Ashtami Tithi is considered most effective.
- Offerings include black sesame, mustard oil lamp, flowers, bael leaves, and bhog to Lord Bhairava and His divine dog (vehicle).
- Chanting of Kalabhairav Ashtakam, Bhairav Chalisa, and Om Bhairavaya Namah is common.
- Visiting Kalabhairav temples and feeding dogs is believed to bring blessings.
2025 Masik Kalashtami Vrat Dates [2081 – 2082 Vikrama Samvata]
| Month | Date | Day | Tithi Details | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21 | Tuesday | Magha, Krishna Ashtami | 12:39 on Jan 21 | 15:18 on Jan 22 |
| February | 20 | Thursday | Phalguna, Krishna Ashtami | 09:58 on Feb 20 | 11:57 on Feb 21 |
| March | 22 | Saturday | Chaitra, Krishna Ashtami | 28:23+ on Mar 21 | 29:23+ on Mar 22 |
| April | 20 | Sunday | Vaishakha, Krishna Ashtami | 19:00 on Apr 20 | 18:58 on Apr 21 |
| May | 20 | Tuesday | Jyeshtha, Krishna Ashtami | 05:51 on May 20 | 28:55+ on May 20 |
| June | 18 | Wednesday | Ashadha, Krishna Ashtami | 13:34 on Jun 18 | 11:55 on Jun 19 |
| July | 17 | Thursday | Shravana, Krishna Ashtami | 19:08 on Jul 17 | 17:01 on Jul 18 |
| August | 16 | Saturday | Bhadrapada, Krishna Ashtami | 23:49 on Aug 15 | 21:34 on Aug 16 |
| September | 14 | Sunday | Ashwina, Krishna Ashtami | 29:04+ on Sep 13 | 27:06+ on Sep 14 |
| October | 13 | Monday | Kartika, Krishna Ashtami | 12:24 on Oct 13 | 11:09 on Oct 14 |
| November (Kalabhairav Jayanti) | 12 | Wednesday | Margashirsha, Krishna Ashtami | 23:08 on Nov 11 | 22:58 on Nov 12 |
| December | 11 | Thursday | Pausha, Krishna Ashtami | 13:57 on Dec 11 | 14:56 on Dec 12 |
Note: All timings are in IST (Indian Standard Time) and based on New Delhi location. Hours past midnight are represented as 24+ notation, e.g., 29:04+ = 5:04 AM next day. Panchang day starts and ends with sunrise.
Kalabhairav Jayanti 2025
- Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
- Tithi: Margashirsha, Krishna Ashtami
- Start: 23:08 on November 11
- End: 22:58 on November 12
Kalabhairav Jayanti, also called Bhairav Ashtami, is the most revered Kalashtami, commemorating the divine incarnation of Lord Shiva as Kalabhairava. Temples across India, especially in Ujjain, Kashi, and Tamil Nadu, see grand celebrations.
Importance in Scriptures
According to Vratraj and other Hindu scriptures:
Kalashtami vrat must be observed only when Ashtami Tithi prevails during the night, especially after Pradosham.
Hence, some months may have Kalashtami fasting on Saptami, if Ashtami begins after Pradosham or doesn’t last till night.
📌 Key Takeaways
- Kalashtami is ideal for those seeking divine protection and peace.
- Fasting and worship on Kalashtami is a powerful remedy for planetary doshas, especially Rahu and Ketu afflictions.
- Regular observance leads to spiritual discipline and moksha (liberation).
