Chaitra Navratri 2026: Date, Ghatasthapana Muhurat, Puja Vidhi & Ram Navami

 


Chaitra Navratri 2026: Date, Muhurat, Puja Vidhi & 9 Forms of Durga

Chaitra Navratri is one of the most sacred Hindu festivals, celebrated with immense devotion and spiritual energy across India. It marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year in many regions and symbolizes the victory of divine power over negativity.

During these nine days, devotees worship the nine forms of Goddess Durga and follow fasting, prayer, and self-discipline to purify the mind and body.

In 2026, Chaitra Navratri will begin on 19 March 2026 (Thursday) and conclude on 27 March 2026 (Friday). The holy festival of Ram Navami will also be celebrated on 26 March 2026, marking the birth of Lord Shri Ram.

Chaitra Navratri 2026 Date and Muhurat

According to the Vedic Panchang, Chaitra Navratri begins on Pratipada Tithi of Shukla Paksha.

Important Timings:

  • Start Date: 19 March 2026

  • Ghatasthapana Muhurat:

    • 06:51 AM to 08:07 AM

    • 11:50 AM to 12:38 PM

  • Pratipada Tithi Begins: 06:54 AM (19 March)

  • Pratipada Tithi Ends: 04:53 AM (20 March)

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Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day-wise Puja Schedule

  • Day 1 (19 March) – Maa Shailputri

  • Day 2 (20 March) – Maa Brahmacharini

  • Day 3 (21 March) – Maa Chandraghanta

  • Day 4 (22 March) – Maa Kushmanda

  • Day 5 (23 March) – Maa Skandamata

  • Day 6 (24 March) – Maa Katyayani

  • Day 7 (25 March) – Maa Kalaratri

  • Day 8 (26 March) – Maa Mahagauri & Ram Navami

  • Day 9 (27 March) – Maa Siddhidatri 

Chaitra Navratri Puja Vidhi (Step-by-Step Guide)

Begin your day early in the morning and take a bath. Clean the worship area and sprinkle Gangajal to purify the surroundings. Place a wooden chowki and spread a red cloth on it. Install the idol or image of Goddess Durga.

Perform Ghatasthapana by placing a Kalash filled with water, mango leaves, and a coconut. Light a diya and offer flowers, fruits, sweets, roli, and akshat.

Devotees should recite Durga Saptashati or chant the 108 names of Maa Durga daily. Maintaining a sattvic diet and a calm mind during these nine days is highly beneficial.

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Kanya Pujan During Navratri

Kanya Pujan is considered highly auspicious during Ashtami or Navami. Devotees worship young girls as the embodiment of Goddess Durga and offer food such as halwa, puri, and black chana.

If possible, worship nine girls, but even two girls can be worshipped to complete the ritual with devotion.

Puja Samagri List

Kalash, coconut, Gangajal, mango leaves, red cloth, roli, chawal, diya, ghee, camphor, flowers, fruits, sweets, incense sticks, and betel leaves.

9 Forms of Goddess Durga

  1. Shailputri – Symbol of strength and stability

  2. Brahmacharini – Represents penance and devotion

  3. Chandraghanta – Brings courage and fearlessness

  4. Kushmanda – Creator of the universe

  5. Skandamata – Blesses with prosperity and children

  6. Katyayani – Destroys evil forces

  7. Kalaratri – Removes fear and negativity

  8. Mahagauri – Symbol of peace and purity

  9. Siddhidatri – Grants siddhi and success

Significance of Chaitra Navratri

Chaitra Navratri holds great spiritual importance as it represents new beginnings, positivity, and divine blessings. It is also closely associated with Lord Ram, whose birth is celebrated on Ram Navami.

This festival encourages devotion, discipline, and inner transformation.

Fasting During Navratri and Its Benefits

  • Helps detoxify the body

  • Improves concentration and discipline

  • Brings mental peace and positivity

  • Strengthens spiritual connection

Dos and Don’ts During Navratri

Dos:

  • Follow a sattvic lifestyle

  • Maintain cleanliness

  • Offer daily prayers

Don’ts:

  • Avoid non-vegetarian food and alcohol

  • Stay away from anger and negativity

  • Avoid tamasic food

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Chaitra Navratri 2026?
It will begin on 19 March 2026 and end on 27 March 2026.

What is the Ghatasthapana Muhurat?
06:51 AM to 08:07 AM and 11:50 AM to 12:38 PM.

When is Ram Navami 2026?
Ram Navami will be celebrated on 26 March 2026.

👉 Talk to expert astrologers and get accurate guidance for your life during Navratri.

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