Festival
Durga Ashtami 2026
Monday, 19 October 2026
- Tithi
- Shukla Ashtami
- Tithi begins
- 18 Oct 08:28
- Tithi ends
- 19 Oct 10:52
Times are for New Delhi. The date and muhurat for other cities are below.
About Durga Ashtami
Durga Ashtami, the eighth day of Sharad Navratri, is the day of Maha Gauri worship and kanya pujan in many homes.
Durga Ashtami 2026 in major cities
| City | Date |
|---|---|
| Delhi | 19 Oct Mon |
| Mumbai | 19 Oct Mon |
| Ahmedabad | 19 Oct Mon |
| Kolkata | 19 Oct Mon |
| Chennai | 19 Oct Mon |
| Bengaluru | 19 Oct Mon |
| Hyderabad | 19 Oct Mon |
| Pune | 19 Oct Mon |
| Jaipur | 19 Oct Mon |
| Lucknow | 19 Oct Mon |
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Open the calendarFrequently asked questions
When is Durga Ashtami in 2026?
Durga Ashtami is on Monday, 19 October 2026.
When does the tithi for Durga Ashtami 2026 begin and end?
Shukla Ashtami begins on 18 Oct 08:28 and ends on 19 Oct 10:52 (New Delhi).