Magha Shraddha 2026: Date, Nakshatra, Ritual Timings & 10-Year Calendar

📌 Calendar (2026)

⏰ Magha Shraddha 2026 – Nakshatra, Tithi & Ritual Timings

• Nakshatra: Magha
• Tithi: Krishna Dwadashi
• Paksha: Krishna Paksha
• Hindu Month: Ashwina
• Shraddha Muhurat:
  Aparahna Kaal (late morning to early afternoon)
• Recommended Rituals:
  Tarpan, Pinda Daan, Brahmin Bhojan, charity

📌 Nakshatra-based Shraddha is performed when the concerned Nakshatra prevails during Pitru Paksha.

🕉️ Magha Shraddha – Significance

Magha Shraddha is dedicated to ancestors when Magha Nakshatra occurs during Pitru Paksha.
Magha Nakshatra is directly associated with Pitru Devatas and ancestral lineage.

Observing Magha Shraddha is believed to:

• Provide peace and liberation to ancestors
• Remove Pitru Dosha
• Strengthen family lineage and honor
• Bring stability, prosperity, and blessings

It is especially beneficial when the exact death tithi of ancestors is unknown.

📖 Magha Shraddha Katha (Story)

According to Hindu belief, Magha Nakshatra is ruled by Pitru Devatas.
Shraddha performed on this day reaches ancestors more effectively, granting them satisfaction and peace.

Ancient kings and sages regularly observed Magha Shraddha to honor their lineage and ensure the continuity of dharma.

📌 Magha Shraddha – 10-Year Calendar (and onwards)

📌 Dates may slightly vary based on regional Panchang calculations.

📌 Short FAQ – Magha Shraddha

❓ What is Magha Shraddha?
Shraddha performed when Magha Nakshatra occurs during Pitru Paksha.

❓ When is Magha Shraddha in 2026?
It falls on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.

❓ Who should observe Magha Shraddha?
Those seeking ancestral blessings or with unknown death tithi.

❓ What is the best time for Magha Shraddha?
Aparahna Kaal is considered most auspicious.

❓ Is Magha Shraddha mandatory?
It is optional but highly recommended in Pitru Paksha.