Masik Shivaratri (9 September 2026): Auspicious Muhurat & Rituals

Masik Shivaratri (Monthly Shiva Vrat) falls on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, observed during the Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of the Bhadrapada / Ashwin month. This monthly observance is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati for spiritual growth, peace, and overcoming life obstacles.

Tithi & Auspicious Timings (September 9, 2026)

• Chaturdashi Tithi Begins: September 9, 2026, at 12:30 PM

• Chaturdashi Tithi Ends: September 10, 2026, at 10:33 AM

• Nishita Kaal Puja Muhurat (Midnight): 11:55 PM to 12:41 AM (early hours of Sept 10)

• Moon Nakshatra: Ashlesha (until 3:15 PM), followed by Magha

Vrat & Puja Rituals

• Sankalpa (Morning Vow): Wake up early, take a purifying bath, wear clean clothes, and take a mental resolve (Sankalpa) to observe the fast with devotion.

• Fasting Rules: A complete waterless fast (Nirjala) or fruit-and-milk diet (Phalahar) is traditionally observed. Avoid grains, cereals, salt, and non-vegetarian food.

• Abhishekam & Offerings: Perform Abhishekam on the Shiva Lingam using water, raw milk, curd, honey, ghee, and tender coconut water. Offer fresh Bilva leaves (Bel Patra), white flowers, and sacred ash (Bhasma).

• Mantra Chanting: Meditate and chant the Panchakshari Mantra “Om Namah Shivaya”, the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra, and recite the Shiva Chalisa or Linga Ashtakam, especially during Nishita Kaal.

• Parana (Breaking the Fast): Conclude the fast on the morning of September 10 after sunrise and a final prayer to Lord Shiva.