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Ekadashi 2026 Dates ஏகாதசி

11th lunar day — Deity: Lord Vishnu (Perumal)

Ekadashi Dates in 2026

Month Date Day Festival Name Daily Panchangam Monthly Page
January 2026-01-14 Wednesday Shattila Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in January ›
January 2026-01-29 Thursday Pausha Putrada Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in January ›
February 2026-02-13 Friday Vijaya Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in February ›
February 2026-02-27 Friday Jaya Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in February ›
March 2026-03-15 Sunday Papmochani Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in March ›
March 2026-03-29 Sunday Amalaki Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in March ›
April 2026-04-13 Monday Varuthini Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in April ›
April 2026-04-27 Monday Kamada Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in April ›
May 2026-05-13 Wednesday Apara Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in May ›
May 2026-05-27 Wednesday Mohini Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in May ›
June 2026-06-11 Thursday Apara Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in June ›
June 2026-06-25 Thursday Nirjala Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in June ›
July 2026-07-10 Friday Yogini Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in July ›
July 2026-07-25 Saturday Devshayani Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in July ›
August 2026-08-09 Sunday Kamika Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in August ›
August 2026-08-23 Sunday Putrada Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in August ›
September 2026-09-07 Monday Aja Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in September ›
September 2026-09-22 Tuesday Parsva Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in September ›
October 2026-10-06 Tuesday Indira Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in October ›
October 2026-10-22 Thursday Papankusha Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in October ›
November 2026-11-05 Thursday Rama Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in November ›
November 2026-11-20 Friday Prabodhini Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in November ›
December 2026-12-04 Friday Utpanna Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in December ›
December 2026-12-20 Sunday Mokshada Ekadashi Panchangam › Ekadashi in December ›

Monthly Ekadashi Pages – 2026

What is Ekadashi?

Ekadashi (ஏகாதசி) occurs twice every month — on the 11th day of both Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) and Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight). This means there are approximately 24 Ekadashis in a year (25 in some years that have an extra month — Adhika Masa).

Ekadashi is considered the most important fasting day for Vaishnava devotees — those who worship Lord Vishnu or Krishna. The Ekadashi fast involves avoiding rice and grains, and many devout Vaishnavas observe a complete fast (nirjala — without even water). Fruits, milk, and non-grain foods are permitted for those who cannot do a complete fast.

Each Ekadashi has a specific name. Famous ones include Vaikunta Ekadashi (Margazhi month, December), Nirjala Ekadashi (Jyeshtha month, June), and Indira Ekadashi (Ashwin month, October). Reading or listening to Vishnu Sahasranama, the thousand names of Lord Vishnu, is especially meritorious on Ekadashi.

What to Do on Ekadashi

  • Fasting (no rice/grains)
  • Vishnu Puja
  • Vishnu Sahasranama reading
  • Temple visit
  • Meditation
  • Charity

Ekadashi Dates – Other Years

Other Auspicious Days

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Ekadashi in 2026?

See the exact Ekadashi date 2026 with Tithi and day of week on this page.

What is Ekadashi in Tamil calendar?

Ekadashi is the 11th day of the lunar fortnight, sacred to Lord Vishnu. Fasting on Ekadashi is believed to cleanse sins, purify the mind, and attract divine blessings. There are 24 Ekadashis in a year, each with a specific name and significance.

What are the rituals performed on Ekadashi?

Fasting (no rice/grains), Vishnu Puja, Vishnu Sahasranama reading, Temple visit, Meditation, Charity