Trayodashi Shraddha 2026: Date, Ritual Timings, Significance & 10-Year Calendar

📌 Calendar (2026)

⏰ Trayodashi Shraddha 2026 – Tithi & Ritual Timings

• Tithi: Krishna Trayodashi
• Paksha: Krishna Paksha
• Hindu Month: Ashwina
• Shraddha Muhurat:
  Aparahna Kaal (late morning to early afternoon)
• Rituals Performed:
  Tarpan, Pinda Daan, Brahmin Bhojan, charity in ancestors’ name

📌 Trayodashi Shraddha is meant for ancestors whose death tithi falls on Trayodashi.

🕉️ Trayodashi Shraddha – Significance

Trayodashi Shraddha is observed during Pitru Paksha to honor ancestors whose tithi is Krishna Trayodashi.

Performing Shraddha on this day is believed to:

• Satisfy departed souls
• Remove ancestral debts (Pitru Rin)
• Bring peace, longevity, and prosperity to the family
• Reduce obstacles caused by Pitru Dosha

This Shraddha is highly effective when done with devotion during Aparahna Kaal.

📖 Trayodashi Shraddha Katha (Story)

According to Garuda Purana, offerings made during the correct tithi in Pitru Paksha directly nourish ancestors in Pitru Loka.

Trayodashi Shraddha ensures that ancestors receive anna, jal, and vastra symbolically, granting them contentment and blessings for descendants.

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

📌 Dates may vary slightly depending on regional Panchang calculations.

📌 Short FAQ – Trayodashi Shraddha

❓ What is Trayodashi Shraddha?
Shraddha performed on Krishna Trayodashi during Pitru Paksha.

❓ When is Trayodashi Shraddha in 2026?
It is on Thursday, October 8, 2026.

❓ What is the best time to perform it?
Aparahna Kaal is considered most auspicious.

❓ Who should perform Trayodashi Shraddha?
Those whose ancestors’ death tithi falls on Trayodashi.

❓ Is charity important on this day?
Yes, daan greatly enhances Shraddha merits.