Ram Navami 2026 – Date, Puja Muhurat, Rituals, Significance & Fasting Rules

📅 Ram Navami 2026 – Panchang Details (Indicative – India)

ElementDetails
Date30 March 2026 (Monday)
TithiShukla Navami – Chaitra Shukla Navami
NakshatraPunarvasu / Pushya (may vary by region)
YogaAyushman / Saubhagya (location dependent)
Sunrise~ 06:20 AM
Sunset~ 06:40 PM
Moonrise~ 11:05 AM
Moonset~ 01:10 AM (next day)
FastingRam Navami Vrat (Navami Upavas)
Special9th day of Chaitra Navratri

City-specific times can be generated on request.


🕓 Puja & Muhurat (Indicative Standard Timing)

EventTime
Navami Tithi Begins~ 10:55 AM (29 March)
Navami Tithi Ends~ 08:22 AM (30 March)
Madhyahna Ram Janma Puja~ 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM

Madhyahna (midday) is considered the most sacred moment, symbolizing the birth hour of Lord Shri Ram.


🙏 How Ram Navami is Celebrated

Ram Navami is the auspicious celebration of the birth of Lord Shri Rama, the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe fasting, perform special rituals, read Ramayana, and participate in temple processions and devotional bhajans.

Main Rituals

✔ Wake up during Brahma Muhurat
✔ Take sankalp (vow) to observe the vrat
✔ Place the image or idol of Baby Ram, decorated in traditional attire
✔ Offer:

  • Panchamrit
  • Tulsi leaves
  • Flowers and fruits
  • Mishri, Panjiri and Lal Chandan
    ✔ Chant ‘Shri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram’
    ✔ Visit temples or participate in kirtans
    ✔ Read Ramcharitmanas, Ramayana, or Sunderkand

🍽 Fasting Rules

  • Devotees observe:
    • Nirjala (without water)
    • Phalahar (fruits/milk)
    • Satvik meals once a day
  • Garlic, onion, grains, alcohol, smoking and tamasik food are avoided.
  • Fast is completed after Madhyahna Puja or in the evening.

🌟 Significance of Ram Navami

Ram Navami symbolizes:

🔱 Divine birth of Shri Rama

He appeared to destroy the forces of adharma and re-establish righteousness.

💛 Ideal of Dharma & Duty

Shri Ram is revered as the perfect son, king, husband, disciple and warrior.

🕉 Spiritual Benefits

  • Removes doshas, fear and negativity
  • Brings peace & purity of mind
  • Strengthens moral character
  • Enhances devotion and faith
  • Provides divine protection and prosperity

🎉 Customs Across Regions

✔ Rath yatras
✔ Ram Leela performances
✔ Temple celebrations
✔ Kirtan and bhajan evenings
✔ Annadan & prasadam distribution


Ram Navami 2026 – FAQ

Q1. When is Ram Navami in 2026?
Ram Navami is on 30 March 2026 (Monday).

Q2. Why is Ram Navami celebrated?
It commemorates the birth of Lord Shri Ram during Chaitra Navratri.

Q3. What time is the main puja performed?
The Madhyahna period (midday) is the most important time for Ram Janma Puja.

Q4. Can new work be started on Ram Navami?
Yes, the day is highly auspicious for starting new ventures.

Q5. What are common offerings to Lord Ram?
Tulsi, Panjiri, Panchamrit, fruits, jaggery, dry fruits, and clean satvik food.