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Ekadashi 2026: Complete List with Parana (Breaking Fast) Timings
Jodi-Sarthi Team February 6, 2026 2 min read
Ekadashi 2026: The Sacred Fasting Days of Lord Vishnu
Ekadashi, the eleventh day of each lunar fortnight, holds immense spiritual significance in Hindu tradition.In 2026, there are 24 Ekadashis, each with its unique name and specific Parana(fast - breaking) timings that must be followed precisely.
Ekadashi 2026 Calendar with Parana Timings
| Ekadashi Name | Date | Paksha | Parana Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pausha Putrada | January 10 | Shukla | 7:15 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Shattila | January 25 | Krishna | 7:14 AM - 9:25 AM |
| Jaya | February 9 | Shukla | 7:05 AM - 9:20 AM |
| Vijaya | February 23 | Krishna | 6:55 AM - 9:15 AM |
| Amalaki | March 11 | Shukla | 6:40 AM - 9:10 AM |
| Papamochani | March 25 | Krishna | 6:20 AM - 9:05 AM |
| Kamada | April 9 | Shukla | 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Varuthini | April 24 | Krishna | 5:40 AM - 8:55 AM |
| Mohini | May 9 | Shukla | 5:25 AM - 8:50 AM |
| Apara | May 23 | Krishna | 5:15 AM - 8:45 AM |
| Nirjala(Most Sacred) | June 7 | Shukla | 5:10 AM - 8:40 AM |
| Yogini | June 22 | Krishna | 5:15 AM - 8:45 AM |
| Devshayani | July 6 | Shukla | 5:20 AM - 8:50 AM |
| Kamika | July 21 | Krishna | 5:30 AM - 8:55 AM |
| Shravana Putrada | August 5 | Shukla | 5:40 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Aja | August 20 | Krishna | 5:50 AM - 9:05 AM |
| Parsva Parivartani | September 3 | Shukla | 6:00 AM - 9:10 AM |
| Indira | September 18 | Krishna | 6:10 AM - 9:15 AM |
| Papankusha | October 3 | Shukla | 6:20 AM - 9:20 AM |
| Rama | October 17 | Krishna | 6:30 AM - 9:25 AM |
| Devuthani(Prabodhini) | November 1 | Shukla | 6:40 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Utpanna | November 16 | Krishna | 6:50 AM - 9:35 AM |
| Mokshada(Gita Jayanti) | December 1 | Shukla | 7:00 AM - 9:40 AM |
| Saphala | December 16 | Krishna | 7:10 AM - 9:45 AM |
Special Ekadashis in 2026
Nirjala Ekadashi(June 7)
The most sacred of all Ekadashis.Devotees observe a waterless fast for 24 hours.One Nirjala Ekadashi equals observing all 24 Ekadashis.
Devshayani Ekadashi(July 6)
Lord Vishnu goes to sleep for four months.No auspicious ceremonies like marriages are performed until Devuthani Ekadashi.
Devuthani Ekadashi(November 1)
Lord Vishnu awakens.Wedding season begins.Tulsi Vivah is performed on this day.
How to Observe Ekadashi
- Begin fasting from sunset on Dashami(10th day)
- Avoid grains, beans, rice, and certain vegetables
- Break fast during Parana time on Dwadashi(12th day)
- Chant "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" 108 times
Benefits of Ekadashi Vrat
- Spiritual: Purifies mind and soul
- Health: Detoxifies body through periodic fasting
- Karmic: Nullifies past sins
- Moksha: Path to liberation
Om Namo Narayanaya!
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