When is Amavasya 2026?

In 2026, Amavasya falls on Saturday, 10 October 2026.

What are the Amavasya puja rituals?

Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.; Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.; Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.; Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.

What to eat on Amavasya?

Sattvic meal after rituals, No onion or garlic in some traditions

What should you do on Amavasya?

Perform tarpan and shraddha; Donate in ancestors' name; Observe fast

What should you avoid on Amavasya?

Do not neglect ancestor rites; Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs; Do not disrespect the dead

Amavasya

Vrat

Saturday, 10 October 2026 New Delhi

Location New Delhi

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Amavasya: next dates · New Delhi

Date	Weekday	Special name
10 October 2026Next	Saturday	—
9 November 2026	Monday	—
8 December 2026	Tuesday	—

Amavasya — Significance

Amavasya is the new moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar. It is dedicated to ancestors (Pitrus). Fasting and shraddha/tarpan are performed for the peace of departed souls. Diwali falls on Kartik Amavasya.

Amavasya — Mythology & Legend

According to the Garuda Purana, Amavasya is favoured by the Pitrus. Offering tarpan and shraddha on this day is believed to satisfy ancestors and grant their blessings. Donating to the needy in their name is also meritorious.

Amavasya — Rituals & Puja Vidhi

Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.
Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.
Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.
Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.

Amavasya — Mantras & Prayers

ॐ पितृभ्यः नमः

oṃ pitṛbhyaḥ namaḥ

Salutations to the ancestors

Amavasya — Traditional Foods

Sattvic meal after rituals
No onion or garlic in some traditions

Amavasya — Regional celebrations

Pan-India (अमावस्या): Ancestor worship, tarpan
North India (अमावस्या व्रत): Pitru tarpan, black sesame

Amavasya — Do / Don't

Do

Perform tarpan and shraddha
Donate in ancestors' name
Observe fast
Respect elders

Don't

Do not neglect ancestor rites
Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs
Do not disrespect the dead

Amavasya — FAQ

What is Amavasya?: Amavasya is the new moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar.
When is Amavasya 2026?: In 2026, Amavasya falls on Saturday, 10 October 2026.
What are the Amavasya puja rituals?: Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.; Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.; Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.; Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.
What to eat on Amavasya?: Sattvic meal after rituals, No onion or garlic in some traditions
What should you do on Amavasya?: Perform tarpan and shraddha; Donate in ancestors' name; Observe fast
What should you avoid on Amavasya?: Do not neglect ancestor rites; Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs; Do not disrespect the dead