Pradosh Vrat 2026: Complete List of Dates, Timings & Significance
Pradosh Vrat Dates 2026
Pradosh Vrat is observed on the 13th day (Trayodashi) of each lunar fortnight, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The auspicious Pradosh Kaal (twilight period) is ideal for Shiva puja.
| Date | Occasion |
|---|---|
| January 12 | Somvar Pradosh (Monday) |
| January 27 | Shani Pradosh (Saturday) ⭐ |
| February 11 | Budhvar Pradosh (Wednesday) |
| February 25 | Guruvar Pradosh (Thursday) |
| March 12 | Shukravar Pradosh (Friday) |
| March 27 | Shani Pradosh (Saturday) ⭐ |
| April 11 | Shani Pradosh (Saturday) ⭐ |
| April 26 | Somvar Pradosh (Monday) |
| May 10 | Somvar Pradosh (Monday) |
| May 25 | Somvar Pradosh (Monday) |
| June 9 | Mangalvar Pradosh (Tuesday) |
| June 24 | Budhvar Pradosh (Wednesday) |
| July 8 | Budhvar Pradosh (Wednesday) |
| July 23 | Guruvar Pradosh (Thursday) |
| August 7 | Shukravar Pradosh (Friday) |
| August 22 | Shani Pradosh (Saturday) ⭐ |
| September 5 | Shani Pradosh (Saturday) ⭐ |
| September 20 | Somvar Pradosh (Monday) |
| October 5 | Somvar Pradosh (Monday) |
| October 20 | Mangalvar Pradosh (Tuesday) |
| November 3 | Mangalvar Pradosh (Tuesday) |
| November 18 | Budhvar Pradosh (Wednesday) |
| December 3 | Guruvar Pradosh (Thursday) |
| December 18 | Shukravar Pradosh (Friday) |
Types of Pradosh Vrat
- Shani Pradosh (Saturday) - Most powerful for removing obstacles and Saturn-related doshas
- Soma Pradosh (Monday) - For mental peace and family harmony
- Mangalvar Pradosh (Tuesday) - For courage and victory
- Guruvar Pradosh (Thursday) - For wisdom and prosperity
Pradosh Kaal Timing
Pradosh Kaal begins approximately 45 minutes before sunset and lasts until about 2 hours after sunset. This is the most auspicious time for Shiva puja on Pradosh days. To find the exact Pradosh Kaal for your city, check our Daily Panchang.
Shiva Puja Vidhi during Pradosh
- Bathe one hour before sunset and wear clean white clothes.
- Perform the puja during the Pradosh Kaal twilight window.
- Offer Bel Patra (Bilva leaves), milk, curd, ghee, honey, and gangajal to the Shiva Lingam.
- Chant the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra 108 times.
- Light a diya with ghee and offer it to Lord Shiva.
Why is Shani Pradosh Special?
When Pradosh falls on a Saturday, it is called Shani Pradosh. It is considered the most powerful day to remove the malefic effects of Saturn (Sade Sati or Dhaiya). Worshipping Lord Shiva on this day can bring immense relief from career and health struggles.
Related Fasts & Festivals
If you observe Pradosh Vrat, you might also be interested in other significant fasts dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu:
- Masik Shivratri 2026 Dates - Monthly worship of Lord Shiva.
- Ekadashi 2026 Dates - The most important fast for Lord Vishnu, often observed alongside Pradosh.
- Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 - Monthly fast dedicated to Lord Ganesha.