Narasimha Jayanti 2026 Date: Narasimha incarnation is also among the 10 incarnations of Lord Vishnu. It is considered to be the fourth but fierce incarnation of Vishnu. In this incarnation, half of God’s body is of a human and half of a lion. God had taken this incarnation to protect the devotee Prahlad, hence this incarnation is considered a symbol of protection.

According to religious belief, on the Chaturdashi date of Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month, Lord Vishnu took this incarnation to protect Prahlad. Therefore, Narasimha Jayanti is celebrated every year on this date. Narasimha or Narasimha Jayanti is one of the major festivals of Hindu religion, which is celebrated by devotees with devotion and faith.

When is Narasimha Jayanti (When is Narasimha Jayanti 2026)

But like many festivals, there is confusion among the devotees regarding the date of Narasimha Jayanti whether Narasimha Jayanti is on 29th April or 30th April. If you are also confused about the date, then know the exact date and time of worship of Narasimha Jayanti from the famous astrologer of Jodhpur.

Dr. Anish Vyas, director of Pal Balaji Astrology Institute, Jaipur, Jodhpur and a well-known astrologer of the country. Told that, according to the Panchang, the Chaturdashi date of Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month will start on April 29 at 07:51 pm and will continue till April 30 at 9:12 pm. According to Udayatithi, Narasimha Jayanti will be celebrated on Thursday, 30 April 2026.

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Auspicious time for worship on Narasimha Jayanti (Narasimha Jayanti 2026 Muhurat)

According to astrologer, the time of Narasimha incarnation of Lord Vishnu is considered to be Pradosh Kaal. There is a description in religious and mythological stories that Lord Narasimha appeared neither during the day nor at night, his appearance is believed to be during Pradosh period. Therefore, the time of Pradosh Kaal is considered best for worshiping Lord Narasimha. The most auspicious time for worshiping Lord Narasimha on April 30, 2026 will be from 04:17 pm to 06:56 pm.

Narasimha Jayani Importance

It is believed that worshiping Lord Narasimha eliminates all the sufferings and the Lord protects his devotees. Enemies and evil spirits also stay away by worshiping Lord Narasimha. Therefore, on Narasimha Jayanti, devotees observe fast and worship and pray to God for protection, strength, courage and freedom from negative energy.

Narsimha Bhagwan Mantra

Narasimha protection mantra- Om Ugran Veeram Mahavishnu Jwalantam Sarvatomukham. Nrisimham Bhishanam Bhadram Mrityum Mrityum Namamyaham.

Narasimha Gayatri Mantra- Om vajra-nakhay vidmahe, sharp-sighted dhimahi. Tanno Narsingh: Prachodayat.

Narasimha Gayatri Mantra- Om vajra-nakhay vidmahe, sharp-sighted dhimahi. Tanno Narsingh: Prachodayat.

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