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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