Maha Shivaratri 2026

Maha Shivaratri 2026 falls on Sunday, 15 February 2026. Timings below are in IST for New Delhi.

Maha Shivaratri 2026 date and timings

DateSunday, 15 February 2026
TithiKrishna Chaturdashi
Tithi begins5:05 PM, 15 Feb
Tithi ends5:35 PM, 16 Feb
Nishita Kaal (midnight)12:09 AM to 1:01 AM

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About Maha Shivaratri

Maha Shivaratri, the great night of Shiva, is observed with a fast and night-long worship of Lord Shiva.

How the date is fixed

It is the Chaturdashi of the dark half of Phalguna (Magha in the amanta calendar), on the night when Chaturdashi prevails at Nishita, the middle of the night.

Maha Shivaratri in other years

Frequently Asked Questions

Maha Shivaratri 2026 kab hai? (When is Maha Shivaratri in 2026?)

Maha Shivaratri 2026 is on Sunday, 15 February 2026 (New Delhi).

What is the tithi of Maha Shivaratri 2026?

Krishna Chaturdashi, from 5:05 PM, 15 Feb to 5:35 PM, 16 Feb (IST).

What is the Nishita Kaal (midnight) time on Maha Shivaratri 2026?

12:09 AM to 1:01 AM in New Delhi.