2026 Chandra Darshan Dates
[Vikrama Samvata 2082–2083]
Complete Chandra Darshana Calendar, Timings & Religious Significance
Chandra Darshan is an important Hindu observance performed on the Pratipada Tithi, the first lunar day after Amavasya (New Moon). On this day, devotees worship Chandra Dev (the Moon God) after sighting the moon for the first time in the new lunar month. Chandra Darshan is believed to bring mental peace, emotional balance, prosperity, and relief from stress and doshas related to the Moon.
In 2026, Chandra Darshan occurs every month, including one Adhika (extra lunar month) Chandra Darshan, making it spiritually significant for followers of the lunar calendar.
This article provides a month-wise list of Chandra Darshan dates in 2026, along with exact darshan timings, based on the New Delhi Panchang.
Religious Importance of Chandra Darshan
According to Hindu beliefs and scriptures:
- Chandra Darshan marks the beginning of a new lunar month
- Worship of Chandra Dev improves:
- Mental clarity and emotional stability
- Peace in family life
- Financial harmony
- It is considered beneficial for people affected by:
- Chandra Dosha
- Anxiety, stress, or mood imbalance
- Devotees usually perform:
- Moon sighting at the prescribed time
- Offering water, milk, flowers, and white sweets
- Chanting Chandra Mantras
Chandra Darshan is especially important for those following Vedic astrology remedies.
January 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: January 20, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Darshan Time: 05:50 PM to 07:16 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 01 Hour 25 Minutes
February 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: February 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Darshan Time: 06:13 PM to 07:05 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 00 Hours 52 Minutes
March 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: March 20, 2026 (Friday)
- Darshan Time: 06:32 PM to 07:59 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 01 Hour 26 Minutes
April 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: April 18, 2026 (Saturday)
- Darshan Time: 06:49 PM to 07:56 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 01 Hour 08 Minutes
May 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Adhika Chandra Darshana
- Date: May 17, 2026 (Sunday)
- Darshan Time: 07:06 PM to 07:58 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 00 Hours 52 Minutes
Note: This Chandra Darshan occurs during the Adhika Maas (extra lunar month) and holds special spiritual importance.
June 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: June 16, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Darshan Time: 07:21 PM to 08:54 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 01 Hour 33 Minutes
July 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: July 15, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Darshan Time: 07:21 PM to 08:19 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 00 Hours 58 Minutes
August 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: August 14, 2026 (Friday)
- Darshan Time: 07:02 PM to 08:01 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 00 Hours 59 Minutes
September 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: September 13, 2026 (Sunday)
- Darshan Time: 06:29 PM to 07:31 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 01 Hour 02 Minutes
October 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: October 12, 2026 (Monday)
- Darshan Time: 05:55 PM to 06:36 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 00 Hours 41 Minutes
November 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Darshan Time: 05:29 PM to 06:38 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 01 Hour 09 Minutes
December 2026 Chandra Darshan
🌙 Chandra Darshana
- Date: December 10, 2026 (Thursday)
- Darshan Time: 05:25 PM to 06:16 PM
- Tithi: Pratipada
- Duration: 00 Hours 51 Minutes
How to Perform Chandra Darshan Puja
A simple and traditional method includes:
- Sight the Moon at the prescribed time
- Offer water or milk in a silver vessel
- Light a lamp and incense
- Chant Chandra mantra or prayers
- Pray for peace, stability, and prosperity
Important Notes
- All timings are in 12-hour format
- Times are based on local New Delhi, India
- DST adjustment applied wherever applicable
- In Hindu Panchang, the day starts and ends with sunrise
- Timings past midnight are counted for the next calendar day
Conclusion
The 2026 Chandra Darshan calendar serves as a valuable spiritual guide for devotees who follow lunar observances. Performing Chandra Darshan with devotion each month is believed to enhance mental peace, emotional strength, and overall well-being.
