Republic Day 2026: Date, Tithi & Significance

Republic Day 2026 falls on Monday, 26 January 2026. [National (non-religious)] India's Republic Day; included as a national observance, not a Vedic festival Tithi at sunrise: Shukla Paksha Ashtami.

  • Monday, 26 January 2026
  • Tithi: Shukla Paksha Ashtami
  • Sunrise (New Delhi, India): 07:12 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Republic Day in 2026?

Republic Day 2026 falls on Monday, 26 January 2026.

Why is Republic Day celebrated?

[National (non-religious)] India's Republic Day; included as a national observance, not a Vedic festival

What is the tithi on Republic Day 2026?

At sunrise in New Delhi, India the tithi is Shukla Paksha Ashtami and the nakshatra is Ashwini.

What are the sunrise and sunset times on Republic Day 2026?

In New Delhi, India, sunrise is at 07:12 AM and sunset at 05:55 PM. Times differ by city.