Amavasya Vrat — महत्त्व
Amavasya Vrat is observed on the new moon day. It is dedicated to ancestors (Pitrus). Fasting and shraddha/tarpan are performed for the peace of departed souls.
Amavasya Vrat — महत्त्व
According to the Garuda Purana, Amavasya is favoured by the Pitrus. Offering tarpan and shraddha on this day is believed to satisfy ancestors and grant their blessings. Donating to the needy in their name is also meritorious.
Amavasya Vrat — पूजा विधी
- Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.
- Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.
- Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.
- Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.
Amavasya Vrat — मंत्र
ॐ पितृभ्यः नमः
oṃ pitṛbhyaḥ namaḥ
Salutations to the ancestors
Amavasya Vrat — पारंपरिक पदार्थ
- ●Sattvic meal after rituals
- ●No onion or garlic in some traditions
Amavasya Vrat — इतर नावे
Pan-India
Ancestor worship, tarpan
North India
Pitru tarpan, black sesame
Amavasya Vrat — करावे / टाळावे
करावे
- ✓Perform tarpan and shraddha
- ✓Donate in ancestors' name
- ✓Observe fast
- ✓Respect elders
टाळावे
- ✗Do not neglect ancestor rites
- ✗Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs
- ✗Do not disrespect the dead
Amavasya Vrat — FAQ
- Amavasya Vrat काय आहे?
- Amavasya Vrat is observed on the new moon day.
- Amavasya Vrat ची पूजा विधी काय आहे?
- Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.; Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.; Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.; Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.
- Amavasya Vrat ला काय खावे?
- Sattvic meal after rituals, No onion or garlic in some traditions
- Amavasya Vrat ला काय करावे?
- Perform tarpan and shraddha; Donate in ancestors' name; Observe fast
- Amavasya Vrat ला काय टाळावे?
- Do not neglect ancestor rites; Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs; Do not disrespect the dead
- Amavasya Vrat ला कोणत्या देवतेची पूजा होते?
- Amavasya Vrat Pitrus ला समर्पित आहे.
Upcoming Amavasya Vrat Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Amavasya Vrat is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| १५ जून, २०२६ | सोमवार | 05:05 am | — |
| १४ जुलै, २०२६ | मंगळवार | 05:02 am | — |
| १२ ऑग, २०२६ | बुधवार | 05:03 am | — |
| ११ सप्टें, २०२६ | शुक्रवार | 06:02 am | — |
| १० ऑक्टो, २०२६ | शनिवार | 05:49 am | — |
| ९ नोव्हें, २०२६ | सोमवार | 06:35 am | — |
| ८ डिसें, २०२६ | मंगळवार | 06:24 am | — |
| ७ जाने, २०२७ | गुरुवार | 06:55 am | — |
| ६ फेब्रु, २०२७ | शनिवार | 06:52 am | — |
| ८ मार्च, २०२७ | सोमवार | 06:24 am | — |
| ६ एप्रि, २०२७ | मंगळवार | 05:23 am | — |
| ६ मे, २०२७ | गुरुवार | 05:03 am | — |
| ४ जून, २०२७ | शुक्रवार | 04:26 am | — |
| ४ जुलै, २०२७ | रविवार | 05:17 am | — |
| २ ऑग, २०२७ | सोमवार | 05:18 am | — |