Sankashti Chaturthi Fasting Days in 2026
[Vikram Samvat 2082–2083]
Complete List, Moonrise Timings & Religious Significance
Sankashti Chaturthi is a highly sacred Hindu fast dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the giver of wisdom, prosperity, and success. The word Sankashti means relief from difficulties. This vrat is observed every month on the Krishna Paksha Chaturthi (fourth day after the full moon).
In 2026, there are 12 Sankashti Chaturthi fasts, each associated with a unique form and name of Lord Ganesha. Devotees observe a strict fast from sunrise until moonrise, after which the fast is broken following Ganesha worship.
Spiritual Importance of Sankashti Chaturthi
According to Hindu scriptures and traditions:
- The fast is observed from sunrise till moonrise
- Food is taken only after Moon Darshan and Ganesh Puja
- Observing Sankashti Chaturthi helps remove:
- Obstacles and hardships
- Mental stress and fear
- Financial and career-related problems
- Health and family issues
- It is especially beneficial for:
- Students seeking focus and intelligence
- Professionals seeking stability and success
- Married couples praying for family well-being
January 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Lambodara Sankashti (Sakat Chauth)
- Date: January 6, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Moonrise: 08:54 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Magha
- Tithi Begins: 08:01 AM, January 6
- Tithi Ends: 06:52 AM, January 7
February 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Dwijapriya Sankashti
- Date: February 5, 2026 (Thursday)
- Moonrise: 09:35 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Phalguna
- Tithi Begins: 12:09 AM, February 5
- Tithi Ends: 12:22 AM, February 6
March 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Bhalachandra Sankashti
- Date: March 6, 2026 (Friday)
- Moonrise: 09:14 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Chaitra
- Tithi Begins: 05:53 PM, March 6
- Tithi Ends: 07:17 PM, March 7
April 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Vikata Sankashti
- Date: April 5, 2026 (Sunday)
- Moonrise: 09:54 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Vaishakha
- Tithi Begins: 11:59 AM, April 5
- Tithi Ends: 02:10 PM, April 6
May 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Ekadanta Sankashti
- Date: May 5, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Moonrise: 10:30 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Jyeshtha
- Tithi Begins: 05:24 AM, May 5
- Tithi Ends: 07:51 AM, May 6
June 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Vibhuwana Sankashti
- Date: June 3, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Moonrise: 09:59 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Jyeshtha
- Tithi Begins: 09:21 PM, June 3
- Tithi Ends: 11:30 PM, June 4
July 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Krishnapingala Sankashti
- Date: July 3, 2026 (Friday)
- Moonrise: 09:48 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Ashadha
- Tithi Begins: 11:20 AM, July 3
- Tithi Ends: 12:39 PM, July 4
August 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Gajanana Sankashti
- Date: August 2, 2026 (Sunday)
- Moonrise: 09:20 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Shravana
- Tithi Begins: 11:07 PM, August 1
- Tithi Ends: 11:15 PM, August 2
🔹 Heramba Sankashti (Bahula Chaturthi)
- Date: August 31, 2026 (Monday)
- Moonrise: 08:25 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Bhadrapada
- Tithi Begins: 08:50 AM, August 31
- Tithi Ends: 07:41 AM, September 1
September 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Vighnaraja Sankashti
- Date: September 29, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Moonrise: 07:39 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Ashwin
- Tithi Begins: 05:09 PM, September 29
- Tithi Ends: 02:55 PM, September 30
October 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Vakratunda Sankashti (Observed with Karwa Chauth)
- Date: October 29, 2026 (Thursday)
- Moonrise: 08:11 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Kartika
- Tithi Begins: 01:06 AM, October 29
- Tithi Ends: 10:09 PM, October 29
November 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Ganadhipa Sankashti
- Date: November 27, 2026 (Friday)
- Moonrise: 08:12 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Margashirsha
- Tithi Begins: 09:48 AM, November 27
- Tithi Ends: 06:39 AM, November 28
December 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi
🔹 Akhuratha Sankashti
- Date: December 26, 2026 (Saturday)
- Moonrise: 08:13 PM
- Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi
- Month: Pausha
- Tithi Begins: 08:04 PM, December 26
- Tithi Ends: 05:12 PM, December 27
Important Notes
- All timings are in local New Delhi, India time
- Time format used is 12-hour clock
- Hindu Panchang day begins at sunrise
- Post-midnight timings are counted for the next calendar day
Conclusion
The Sankashti Chaturthi fasting calendar for 2026 is an essential guide for devotees of Lord Ganesha. Observing this vrat with devotion, discipline, and faith is believed to bring relief from obstacles, mental peace, success, and spiritual growth.
