Sharad Navratri Begins 2026: Date, Tithi & Significance

Sharad Navratri Begins 2026 falls on Sunday, 11 October 2026. [Shakti] Start of 9-night autumn worship of Goddess Durga Tithi at sunrise: Shukla Paksha Pratipada.

  • Sunday, 11 October 2026
  • Tithi: Shukla Paksha Pratipada
  • Sunrise (New Delhi, India): 06:19 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Sharad Navratri Begins in 2026?

Sharad Navratri Begins 2026 falls on Sunday, 11 October 2026.

Why is Sharad Navratri Begins celebrated?

[Shakti] Start of 9-night autumn worship of Goddess Durga

What is the tithi on Sharad Navratri Begins 2026?

At sunrise in New Delhi, India the tithi is Shukla Paksha Pratipada and the nakshatra is Chitra.

What are the sunrise and sunset times on Sharad Navratri Begins 2026?

In New Delhi, India, sunrise is at 06:19 AM and sunset at 05:56 PM. Times differ by city.