Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 Dates & Moonrise Timings
The authoritative scriptural directory of all 12 Sankashti Chaturthis in 2026. Features city-wise Moonrise (Chandrodaya) timings across Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata, Angarki Chaturthi highlights, Ganesha Peethas, and Pauranic Arghya Vidhi.
Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi (Karwa Chauth)
गणाधिप संकष्टी चतुर्थी (करवा चौथ) • Ganadhipa Maha Peetha
Chronological 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi List
All 12 monthly Ganesha fasts with major city Moonrise timings
| Chaturthi Name | Date & Day | Ganesha Peetha | Moonrise (Delhi / Mumbai) | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambodara Sankashti Chaturthi (Sakad Chauth)लम्बोदर संकष्टी चतुर्थी (सकट चौथ)Angarki | January 6, 2026 Tuesday | Lambodara Maha Peetha | 08:52 PM / 09:18 PM | Details |
| Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthiद्विजप्रिय संकष्टी चतुर्थी | February 5, 2026 Thursday | Dwijapriya Maha Peetha | 09:38 PM / 09:59 PM | Details |
| Bhalachandra Sankashti Chaturthiभालचन्द्र संकष्टी चतुर्थी | March 7, 2026 Saturday | Bhalachandra Maha Peetha | 09:48 PM / 10:04 PM | Details |
| Vikata Sankashti Chaturthiविकट संकष्टी चतुर्थी | April 5, 2026 Sunday | Vikata Maha Peetha | 09:44 PM / 09:58 PM | Details |
| Maha Angarki Sankashti Chaturthi (Ekadanta)महा अंगारकी संकष्टी चतुर्थी (एकदन्त)Angarki | May 5, 2026 Tuesday | Ekadanta Maha Peetha | 10:18 PM / 10:29 PM | Details |
| Krishnapingala Sankashti Chaturthiकृष्णपिङ्गल संकष्टी चतुर्थी | June 3, 2026 Wednesday | Krishnapingala Maha Peetha | 10:45 PM / 10:52 PM | Details |
| Gajanana Sankashti Chaturthiगजानन संकष्टी चतुर्थी | July 3, 2026 Friday | Gajanana Maha Peetha | 10:26 PM / 10:33 PM | Details |
| Heramba Sankashti Chaturthiहेरम्ब संकष्टी चतुर्थी | August 1, 2026 Saturday | Heramba Maha Peetha | 09:41 PM / 09:49 PM | Details |
| Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi (Bahula Chauth)विघ्नराज संकष्टी चतुर्थी (बहुला चौथ) | August 31, 2026 Monday | Vighnaraja Maha Peetha | 08:44 PM / 08:56 PM | Details |
| Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthiवक्रतुण्ड संकष्टी चतुर्थी | September 30, 2026 Wednesday | Vakratunda Maha Peetha | 08:20 PM / 08:36 PM | Details |
| Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi (Karwa Chauth)गणाधिप संकष्टी चतुर्थी (करवा चौथ) | October 29, 2026 Thursday | Ganadhipa Maha Peetha | 08:15 PM / 08:38 PM | Details |
| Akhuratha Sankashti Chaturthiआखुरथ संकष्टी चतुर्थी | November 27, 2026 Friday | Akhuratha Maha Peetha | 08:32 PM / 09:01 PM | Details |
Frequently Asked Questions About Sankashti Chaturthi
What is the difference between Vinayaka Chaturthi and Sankashti Chaturthi?
Vinayaka Chaturthi occurs during Shukla Paksha (waxing moon) and puja is performed at midday (Madhyahna). Sankashti Chaturthi occurs during Krishna Paksha (waning moon), and the fast concludes strictly after evening Moonrise (Chandrodaya) with Arghya offered to the Moon.
What if the Moon is not visible due to clouds?
According to the Dharma Sindhu, if clouds obstruct the physical sighting of the Moon, devotees should consult the exact astronomical Moonrise timing for their city. Once the Moon has risen according to the Panchang, face the eastern sky, offer Arghya with raw milk and water, and break the fast.