Mahashivratri 2026: Mahashivratri is on 15th February. According to Shivpuran, Shiva appeared in the form of Shivalinga to settle the dispute between Brahma and Vishnu. The day this incident happened was Falgun Krishna Chaturdashi Tithi, that is why Mahashivratri is celebrated.

On this festival, special worship is done in Shiva temples and fast is observed. This time Shivratri will be celebrated in two auspicious Yogas on 15th February in Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga in Triyodashi Yukt Chaturdashi. On the day of Mahashivratri, devotees of Lord Shiva observe fast with devotion and faith and worship Shiva-Gauri with rituals.

It is said that on the day of Mahashivratri, Lord Bholenath is present in all the Shivlingas present on earth, hence the worship of Shiva done on the day of Mahashivratri gives many times more results.

Mahashivratri 2026 auspicious coincidence (Mahashivratri 2026 Shubh Yog)

The date of Mahashivratri will start on 15th February at 5.06 pm Chaturdashi, which will end on 16th February at 5.35 pm. For this reason, this time the festival of Mahashivratri will be celebrated on Chaturdashi along with Triyodashi on 15th February. On this day, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is also being formed from 7.08 am to 7.48 pm. Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is considered a very auspicious yoga in astrology. Which means the one who fulfills all the desires. It is formed by the combination of a particular Vaar (day) and certain Nakshatras, it is believed that work (like business, buying a vehicle, shopping) is definitely successful. This yoga removes obstacles and gives desired results.

There will be an auspicious combination of Uttarashadha and Shravan Nakshatra. Vyatipat Yoga will be formed, which is going to last the whole day. The combination of Sun, Mercury, Rahu and Venus in Aquarius will create Chaturgrahi Yoga.

What to do on Mahashivratri

• On this day, crowds of Shiva devotees gather in temples from early morning. All the devotees get involved in worshiping the Lord.
• Many people also get Rudrabhishek done in their homes on this day. Lord Bholenath is worshiped in many ways.
• If devotees do special worship of Lord Shiva with Belpatra on Mahashivratri, then their financial problems will be solved. Those who are not able to worship in Shiva temple, they can worship by installing Shivalinga at home.
• Mahashivratri is a very auspicious day for establishing Shivalinga in the house. If you want to install Shivlinga in the house then the size of Shivlinga should not be too big.
• Big Shivalingas are auspicious for temples only. A small Shivalinga is auspicious for the home. It is told in Shiv Purana that a Shivalinga should not be kept in the house bigger than the first part of the thumb of the hand.
• Along with Shivalinga, small idols of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Parvati, Kartikeya Swami and Nandi should also be kept.
• Shivling made of gold, silver, brass or clay-stone is considered auspicious.
• One should avoid worshiping Shivling made of aluminium, steel or iron. These metals are not considered auspicious for worship.
• Apart from these metals, Shivling made of crystal and mercury can also be installed in the house. By worshiping Shiva family together, the results of the worship can be achieved quickly.

four hour puja

• According to religious belief, during the festival period of Mahashivratri, the practice of four hours has special significance. In each Prahar, different types of worship of Lord Shiva are described.
• According to mythological beliefs, Sadhana should be done as per the devotion, as per the time, as per the situation and as per the treatment.
• By doing the Sadhana of Char Prahar one gets wealth, fame, prestige and prosperity. Those who are facing problems related to children in their life should also do this Sadhana.

Char Prahar puja time (Mahashivratri 2026 muhurat)

• First Prahar Puja Time: 06:15 pm to 09:28 pm
• Second Prahar Puja Timings: 09:29 PM to 12:41 AM
• Tritiya Prahar Puja Timings: From 12:42 midnight to 03:54 am on 16th February
• Chaturtha Prahar Puja Timings: February 16, 03:55 am to 07:07 am

Chant Mahamrityunjay Mantra in worship

While worshiping Shiva on Mahashivratri, one should chant mantras as per one’s wishes. Chanting this mantra removes unknown fear and anxiety. Due to Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, one gets special blessings of Lord Shiva, due to which happiness and peace remains in life.

Mahamrityunjay Mantra- Om Trimbakam Yajamahe Sugandhimpushtivardhanam Urvarukamiv Bandhanan Mrityormukshiya Mamritat.

Abhishekam to Lord Shiva with these things

It is auspicious to anoint Shivalinga with honey while worshiping Lord Shiva on the day of Mahashivratri festival. By doing this, all the problems coming in the devotee’s work life are removed and the blessings of Lord Shiva remain intact.

Performing Rudrabhishek of Lord Shiva with curd on the day of Shivratri also removes all the problems in the financial sector. Mother Lakshmi is pleased by anointing Lord Shiva with sugarcane juice. While anointing Lord Shiva 108 times ‘Om Parvatipataye Namah’ Mantra should be chanted. By doing this there is no famine in life.

method of worship

On the day of Mahashivratri, bathe Lord Shiva with Panchamrit. Offer 8 pots of saffron water. Light the lamp all night. Apply sandalwood tilak. Offer Belpatra, Bhang, Dhatura, Sugarcane juice, Tulsi, Nutmeg, Lotus Gatte, Fruits, Sweets, Sweet Paan, Perfume and Dakshina. Lastly, distribute the Prasad by offering kheer containing saffron.

mythology

According to Shivpuran, once there was a dispute between Brahma and Vishnu. The reason for the fight was that both the gods were claiming themselves to be superior. When both the gods were about to start the war with divine weapons, at the same time Lord Shiva appeared before them in the form of Linga. Lord Shiva said that whoever among you two finds the end of this Linga will be considered the best. Hearing this, Brahma ji moved towards one end and Vishnu ji moved towards the other end.

For a long time, Brahma and Vishnu kept moving towards their respective ends, but they did not find the end of the Linga. At that time Brahma ji made a plan to declare himself superior. Brahma took a Ketaki plant and asked him to lie in front of Shiva-Vishnu that Brahma ji had discovered the end of the Linga. Brahma reached Lord Shiva with the Ketaki plant, Vishnu also came there and said that he could not find the end of this Linga.

Brahma said that I have discovered the end of this Linga, you can ask this to the Ketaki plant also. Ketaki also lied in front of God. Shiv ji became angry after hearing Brahma ji’s lie. He said that you have told a lie, hence from today you will not be worshiped anywhere and Ketaki supported your lie, hence its flowers will be prohibited in my worship. After this Vishnu ji was declared the best. This incident is considered to be of Falgun Krishna Chaturdashi, hence there is a tradition of celebrating Mahashivratri festival on this date.

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Mahashivratri 2026: Mahashivratri: This festival is very special for the people who believe in Hindu religion. Symbolizing the sacred union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, Shivratri gives devotees an opportunity to connect with Shivashakti.

It is believed that by worshiping Lord Shiva on this day, all the wishes are fulfilled and marital life remains harmonious. According to the scriptures, Mahashivratri provides a golden opportunity to receive blessings from Shiva.

Mahashivratri celebrations and rituals

On this holy occasion, Shiva temples across the country are decorated with special decorations. Devotees use water, milk, curd and honey for Shivalinga Abhishek. However, this year there is some uncertainty regarding the date of Mahashivratri in some places. Let us know on which day this festival will be celebrated in the year 2026.

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date of mahashivratri 2026

Every year the Chaturdashi date of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month will start from 5.04 pm on 15th February. This date will end on 16th February at 5.34 pm. Based on this date, Mahashivratri will be celebrated on February 15, 2026.

Mahashivratri puja time

Pratham Prahar Puja Evening	06.39 pm to 09.45 pm
puja of the second hour	From 09.45 pm to 12.52 am
Third Prahar Puja	From 12.52 am to 03.59 am
Fourth Prahar Puja	From 3.59 am to 07.06 am
Nishita Kaal Puja	From 12.28 am to 01.17 am

Auspicious yoga on Mahashivratri

Many beneficial Sarvartha Siddhi Yogas are being formed on this day.

A combination of Uttara Aashadha and Shravan Nakshatras will also be formed.

Vyatipat Yoga effective throughout the day

The combination of Sun, Mercury, Rahu and Venus in Aquarius will create Chaturgrahi Yoga. Devotees should chant mantras related to Shiva during the puja for 4 hours.

• Mantra of first prahar for puja- ‘Hreem Ishanaya Namah’
• Mantra of second prahar for puja- ‘Hreem Aghorai Namah’
• Mantra of third prahar for worship- ‘Hreem Vamdevaya Namah’
• Mantra of fourth prahar for puja- ‘Hreem Sadyojataay Namah’

powerful mantras of lord shiva

Om Sadho Jaatye Namah. Om and devaay namah.

Om Aghorai Namah. Om Tatpurushaya Namah.

Om Ishanaya Namah. Om Hreem Hraun Namah Shivay.

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In the scriptures, Shravan Nakshatra is considered very auspicious for worshiping Shiva. Along with this, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is also being formed on this day, which is considered the best yoga for worship and meditation.