Amavasya Vrat — महत्त्व
Amavasya Vrat is observed on the new moon day. It is dedicated to ancestors (Pitrus). Fasting and shraddha/tarpan are performed for the peace of departed souls.
Amavasya Vrat — महत्त्व
According to the Garuda Purana, Amavasya is favoured by the Pitrus. Offering tarpan and shraddha on this day is believed to satisfy ancestors and grant their blessings. Donating to the needy in their name is also meritorious.
Amavasya Vrat — पूजा विधि
- Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.
- Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.
- Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.
- Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.
Amavasya Vrat — मंत्र और प्रार्थना
ॐ पितृभ्यः नमः
oṃ pitṛbhyaḥ namaḥ
Salutations to the ancestors
Amavasya Vrat — पारंपरिक व्यंजन
- ●Sattvic meal after rituals
- ●No onion or garlic in some traditions
Amavasya Vrat — अन्य नाम
Pan-India
Ancestor worship, tarpan
North India
Pitru tarpan, black sesame
Amavasya Vrat — क्या करें / क्या न करें
क्या करें
- ✓Perform tarpan and shraddha
- ✓Donate in ancestors' name
- ✓Observe fast
- ✓Respect elders
क्या न करें
- ✗Do not neglect ancestor rites
- ✗Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs
- ✗Do not disrespect the dead
Amavasya Vrat — FAQ
- Amavasya Vrat क्या है?
- Amavasya Vrat is observed on the new moon day.
- Amavasya Vrat की पूजा विधि क्या है?
- Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.; Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.; Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.; Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.
- Amavasya Vrat पर क्या खाना चाहिए?
- Sattvic meal after rituals, No onion or garlic in some traditions
- Amavasya Vrat पर क्या करना चाहिए?
- Perform tarpan and shraddha; Donate in ancestors' name; Observe fast
- Amavasya Vrat पर क्या नहीं करना चाहिए?
- Do not neglect ancestor rites; Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs; Do not disrespect the dead
- Amavasya Vrat पर किस देवता की पूजा होती है?
- Amavasya Vrat Pitrus को समर्पित है।
Upcoming Amavasya Vrat Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Amavasya Vrat is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 जून 2026 | सोमवार | 05:05 am | — |
| 14 जुल॰ 2026 | मंगलवार | 05:02 am | — |
| 12 अग॰ 2026 | बुधवार | 05:03 am | — |
| 11 सित॰ 2026 | शुक्रवार | 06:02 am | — |
| 10 अक्टू॰ 2026 | शनिवार | 05:49 am | — |
| 9 नव॰ 2026 | सोमवार | 06:35 am | — |
| 8 दिस॰ 2026 | मंगलवार | 06:24 am | — |
| 7 जन॰ 2027 | गुरुवार | 06:55 am | — |
| 6 फ़र॰ 2027 | शनिवार | 06:52 am | — |
| 8 मार्च 2027 | सोमवार | 06:24 am | — |
| 6 अप्रैल 2027 | मंगलवार | 05:23 am | — |
| 6 मई 2027 | गुरुवार | 05:03 am | — |
| 4 जून 2027 | शुक्रवार | 04:26 am | — |
| 4 जुल॰ 2027 | रविवार | 05:17 am | — |
| 2 अग॰ 2027 | सोमवार | 05:18 am | — |