Muhurat 2026
Auspicious Dates for Every Occasion
Find the perfect time for marriage, griha pravesh, vehicle purchase, namkaran, mundan & business opening — selected using Vedic tithi, nakshatra, and Rahu Kaal rules.
A muhurat is a specific time window that Vedic astrology identifies as auspicious for beginning an important activity. The calculation considers the lunar day (tithi), lunar mansion (nakshatra), weekday (vara), yoga, and karana — including avoiding Rahu Kaal. Starting a wedding, housewarming, or business during the correct muhurat aligns the event with supportive planetary energy. Classical texts including Dharmasindhu, Nirnayasindhu, and Muhurta Chintamani define these rules.
Get Your Personalised Muhurat with Janam Patrika
General muhurat dates work for everyone broadly. But your perfect date depends on your birth chart. A universally auspicious date can still be personally inauspicious if it conflicts with your dasha lord or lagna. Muhurta Chintamani requires birth chart verification before confirming any muhurat.
- Date cross-checked against your personal lagna & active dasha
- Conflict-free personalised shortlist for your specific event
- Prepared by Shri Ankit Bansal — 15+ years, 10,000+ consultations
- Delivered as PDF in 24–48 hours
Muhurat Categories for 2026
Select your occasion to view auspicious dates, month-by-month breakdowns, and city-specific Rahu Kaal timings.
Marriage Muhurat
Auspicious Hindu wedding dates
Vedic rules for choosing the best wedding date — correct tithi, nakshatra, weekday, and Rahu Kaal guidelines.
Griha Pravesh Muhurat
Auspicious house entry dates
Vedic rules for housewarming and first entry into a new home — correct nakshatra, tithi, and lagna for lasting prosperity.
Vehicle Purchase Muhurat
Auspicious car and vehicle buying dates
Best days to buy a car, bike, or vehicle in 2026 — Vedic astrology guidelines for auspicious vehicle purchase.
Namkaran Muhurat
Auspicious baby naming ceremony dates
Vedic rules for the Namkaran (baby naming) ceremony — the right day, nakshatra, and timing for the child's first samskara after birth.
Mundan Muhurat
Auspicious head-shaving ceremony dates
Best dates for Mundan (Chudakarana) ceremony in 2026 — the first head-shaving ritual for children, with Vedic timing guidelines.
Business Opening Muhurat
Auspicious shop and business launch dates
Best days to open a new shop, start a business, or launch a company in 2026 — Vedic astrology guidelines for commercial auspiciousness.
Rahu Kaal — Daily Inauspicious Period (IST)
Rahu Kaal is a 90-minute daily window considered inauspicious for beginning any important activity. The slot is fixed by weekday and shifts ±10–45 minutes depending on your city's sunrise time.
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:30–6:00 PM | 7:30–9:00 AM | 3:00–4:30 PM | 12:00–1:30 PM | 1:30–3:00 PM | 10:30–12:00 PM | 9:00–10:30 AM |
Times are approximate IST (based on 6:00 AM sunrise). Eastern India: ~15–20 min earlier. Western India: ~20–45 min later. View city-specific Rahu Kaal times →
Personalised Muhurat
General dates are for everyone. Yours should be for you.
Your Janam Patrika reveals which specific dates align with your lagna, active dasha, and Janma Nakshatra — giving you a personalised muhurat shortlist from all the auspicious dates available this year.
Key Blocked Periods in 2026
Month-by-Month Muhurat 2026
Why Muhurat Selection Matters
The Problem
Most people choose event dates based on venue availability and budget — without checking the Vedic muhurat. This means ceremonies begin during Rahu Kaal, on an inauspicious tithi, or during blocked planetary periods like Kharmas.
The Risk
Vedic texts like Muhurta Chintamani specifically warn that beginning a major samskara on an inauspicious muhurat creates long-term challenges — even if short-term conditions appear fine. The timing of a ceremony is as important as the ceremony itself.
The Solution
Use this page to identify all auspicious muhurat dates for your event type in 2026. Then cross-check shortlisted dates against your personal birth chart (Janam Patrika) to find dates that are not just universally auspicious — but specifically auspicious for you.
Expert Validation
All muhurat dates on AstroSight are compiled by Shri Ankit Bansal (15+ years, 10,000+ consultations) and cross-verified with Drik Panchang using classical rules from Dharmasindhu and Muhurta Chintamani. Not automated — manually curated.
How We Select Muhurat Dates — Methodology
Experience
- •Compiled by Shri Ankit Bansal — 15+ years of Vastu & muhurta consultations
- •10,000+ muhurat consultations across India
- •Cross-verified with Drik Panchang (gold standard for Vedic calendars)
Expertise
- •Based on Dharmasindhu, Nirnayasindhu, and Muhurta Chintamani
- •Tithi, nakshatra, vara, yoga, and karana all verified
- •City-specific Rahu Kaal offsets calculated for 30 Indian cities
Evidence
- •Each date includes muhurat window (IST), weekday, tithi, and quality rating
- •Blocked periods (Kharmas, Chaturmas) clearly marked and explained
- •Month-level quality ratings: excellent / good / limited / blocked
“After 15 years of Vastu and muhurat consultations, the most frequent client mistake I see is picking a muhurat date without checking it against their own birth chart. A date that is generally auspicious can be specifically inauspicious for you if it conflicts with your dasha lord or lagna. Muhurta Chintamani and Brihat Samhita both warn against this — the universal auspiciousness of a tithi must be weighed against the individual chart. Confirming this takes 20 minutes and can save years of regret.”
— Shri Ankit Bansal, Vedic Astrologer · 15+ Years · 10,000+ Consultations
Frequently Asked Questions about Muhurat
What is a Muhurat in Vedic astrology?
A muhurat is an auspicious time window identified through Vedic astrology for beginning an important activity. It is calculated by aligning the lunar day (tithi), lunar mansion (nakshatra), weekday (vara), yoga, and karana with planetary transits — and by avoiding inauspicious periods like Rahu Kaal. The goal is to align a major life event with supportive cosmic energy.
Why do I need a personal muhurat in addition to a general one?
General muhurats are calculated using universal Vedic rules and apply broadly to everyone. However, a date that is universally auspicious can still be unfavourable for a specific individual if it conflicts with their personal dasha lord, lagna (ascendant), or Janma Nakshatra. Muhurta Chintamani, the classical text on auspicious timing, explicitly states that birth chart analysis is essential before finalising any muhurat.
How many auspicious marriage muhurat dates are there in 2026?
In 2026, there are approximately 42 auspicious marriage muhurat dates across January (4 dates), February (7 dates), March (some dates before March 15), and November–December (after Chaturmas ends November 2 and before Kharmas begins December 16). Three blocked periods — two Kharmas windows and Chaturmas — significantly restrict dates in the second and fourth quarters.
What is Rahu Kaal and why should I avoid it for muhurat?
Rahu Kaal is a 90-minute daily period considered inauspicious for beginning any important activity. It is associated with the shadow planet Rahu, whose energy is erratic and obstructive for new beginnings. The window shifts by weekday: Sunday 4:30–6:00 PM, Monday 7:30–9:00 AM, Tuesday 3:00–4:30 PM, Wednesday 12:00–1:30 PM, Thursday 1:30–3:00 PM, Friday 10:30–12:00 PM, Saturday 9:00–10:30 AM. Even an excellent muhurat date should have the ceremony scheduled outside this window.
What is Kharmas and how does it affect 2026 muhurat dates?
Kharmas (also called Khara Masa) occurs when the Sun transits Sagittarius or Pisces — signs where it loses strength. During these periods (Mar 15–Apr 13 and from Dec 16 in 2026), all auspicious samskaras including marriage and griha pravesh are traditionally avoided. This is the primary reason spring and late-winter dates are blocked for major ceremonies.
Can I choose any date in February 2026 for my wedding?
February 2026 is the best wedding month of early 2026, with 7 auspicious dates. However, not every February date qualifies — the tithi, nakshatra, and weekday combination must still be correct, and the ceremony window must avoid Rahu Kaal. The top-rated dates are February 5 (Thursday, Shukla Saptami), February 9 (Monday, Ekadashi), and February 26 (Thursday, Krishna Trayodashi).
Is a Janam Patrika required for selecting a muhurat?
A general muhurat can technically be selected without a Janam Patrika. However, Dharmasindhu and Muhurta Chintamani strongly recommend cross-checking the muhurat against the individual's birth chart — especially the lagna, dasha lord, and Janma Nakshatra — before confirming any date. Skipping this step risks choosing a universally auspicious date that is personally inauspicious for the specific individual.
Personalized Report
Personal Muhurat Report — Janam Patrika
General muhurat is for everyone. Yours should be based on your birth chart. Get a personalised muhurat shortlist cross-checked against your lagna, dasha, and Janma Nakshatra by Shri Ankit Bansal.
- All 2026 muhurat dates screened against your birth chart
- Conflict-free personalised shortlist for your specific event
- Lagna, dasha lord & Janma Nakshatra cross-check
- Prepared by Shri Ankit Bansal — 15+ years, 10,000+ consultations
- Delivered as PDF in 24–48 hours
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Sources & Classical References
- [1]Muhurta Chintamani — Classical Sanskrit text on auspicious timing — the primary authority for muhurta calculation in North India.
- [2]Dharmasindhu — by Kashinath Upadhyaya (1790) — covers Kharmas, Chaturmas, and all samskara timing rules.
- [3]Nirnayasindhu — by Kamalakara Bhatta — defines tithi, nakshatra, weekday, and yoga combinations for auspicious events.
- [4]Drik Panchang — Cross-reference source for all muhurat dates. Widely recognised as the most accurate online Vedic calendar.
Shri Ankit Bansal
Vedic Astrologer & Muhurta Expert • 15+ Years Experience
Vedic astrologer specializing in muhurat selection, Guna Milan marriage compatibility, and dosha analysis, helping thousands choose auspicious dates and confirm compatible unions. Trusted by thousands for accurate Muhurat interpretations.