2026 Sankashti Chaturthi: Complete Vrat Dates & Timings
Clear obstacles and invite prosperity. Your definitive guide to Sankatahara Chaturthi fasting rules, moonrise significance, and accurate 2026 dates.
The Meaning
Sankashti translates to “deliverance during troubled times.” Observing this fast is believed to remove life’s obstacles.
The Deity
Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the supreme lord of intelligence and the remover of hurdles.
The Timing
Occurs every lunar month on the Chaturthi (4th day) of the Krishna Paksha (waning moon phase).
Special Occasion
When this day falls on a Tuesday, it is known as Angarki Chaturthi, considered highly auspicious.
Comprehensive 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi Calendar
Below are the accurate dates for 2026. Note: Dates are based on standard Indian Standard Time (IST). Please adjust for your local moonrise.
| Date (2026) | Day | Name / Regional Significance |
|---|---|---|
| January 6 | Tuesday | Lambodara Sankashti (Sakat Chauth) – Angarki Chaturthi |
| February 5 | Thursday | Dwijapriya Sankashti |
| March 6 | Friday | Bhalachandra Sankashti |
| April 5 | Sunday | Vikata Sankashti |
| May 5 | Tuesday | Ekadanta Sankashti – Angarki Chaturthi |
| June 3 | Wednesday | Vibhuvana Sankashti |
| July 3 | Friday | Krishnapingala Sankashti |
| August 2 | Sunday | Gajanana Sankashti |
| August 31 | Monday | Heramba Sankashti (Bahula Chaturthi) |
| September 29 | Tuesday | Vighnaraja Sankashti – Angarki Chaturthi |
| October 29 | Thursday | Vakratunda Sankashti (Coincides with Karwa Chauth) |
| November 27 | Friday | Ganadhipa Sankashti |
| December 26 | Saturday | Akhuratha Sankashti |
Vrat Vidhi: Fasting Rules & Diet
The Sankashti vrat is observed strictly from sunrise to moonrise. Here is how to observe it correctly:
- The Vow: Begin your day early, take a bath, and take a sankalp (vow) to fast for Lord Ganesha.
- Dietary Restrictions: This is a strict fast. Only fruits, roots (plants grown below ground like potatoes and sweet potatoes), and vegetable products are permitted.
- Popular Meals: The staple diet for this day includes Sabudana Khichadi, roasted peanuts, and potato-based dishes.
- Breaking the Fast: The fast is broken only at night, strictly after the sighting of the moon and offering Arghya (water) to it.