Guru Purnima 2026: date and muhurat

गुरु पूर्णिमा 2026

New Delhi, Delhi · IST

Guru Purnima 2026 is on 29 July 2026, Wednesday.

Shukla Purnima: 6:19 PM (28 Jul) to 8:05 PM

What it is and how it is observed

Guru Purnima, Ashadha Purnima, honours one's teachers and Maharishi Ved Vyasa, born on this day. Disciples offer gratitude, flowers and gifts to their guru.

How the date is fixed

Ashadha (amanta) Shukla Purnima: tithi prevailing at sunrise.

Frequently asked questions

When is Guru Purnima 2026?

Guru Purnima 2026 is on Wednesday, 29 July 2026.

Why is Guru Purnima 2026 observed on 29 Jul?

The date follows the rule: Ashadha (amanta) Shukla Purnima: tithi prevailing at sunrise. In 2026 that is 29 July 2026, Wednesday (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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