Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: date and muhurat

गणेश चतुर्थी 2026

New Delhi, Delhi · IST

Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 is on 14 September 2026, Monday.

Madhyahna puja muhurat: 11:02 AM – 1:30 PM
Shukla Chaturthi: 7:07 AM to 7:44 AM (15 Sep)

What it is and how it is observed

Ganesh Chaturthi, Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi, welcomes Lord Ganesha home. The idol is installed and worshipped in the Madhyahna (midday) muhurat, the time of his birth, with modak, durva grass and red flowers; looking at the Moon on this day is avoided.

How the date is fixed

Bhadrapada (amanta) Shukla Chaturthi: tithi prevailing at Madhyahna (midday fifth of the day).

Frequently asked questions

When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2026?

Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 is on Monday, 14 September 2026.

What is the Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 puja muhurat?

For New Delhi - Madhyahna puja muhurat: 11:02 AM – 1:30 PM. Timings vary by city by a few minutes; check the Panchang for your city.

Why is Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 observed on 14 Sep?

The date follows the rule: Bhadrapada (amanta) Shukla Chaturthi: tithi prevailing at Madhyahna (midday fifth of the day). In 2026 that is 14 September 2026, Monday (New Delhi).

Timings vary by city. Every time here is for New Delhi's sunrise, sunset and moonrise; in another city they shift by a few minutes and occasionally the date does too. Dates follow Drik Panchang's Smarta (default) reckoning. Check the Panchang for your own city.

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