Shashthi Shraddha 2026: Date, Tithi, Ritual Timings & 10-Year Calendar

📌 Calendar (2026)

⏰ Shashthi Shraddha 2026 – Tithi & Ritual Timings

• Tithi: Krishna Shashthi
• Hindu Month: Ashwina
• Shraddha Time (Aparahna Muhurat):
  12:00 PM – 03:00 PM (ideal period for Shraddha rituals)
• Tarpan Time: Morning after sunrise till Aparahna
• Pind Daan Time: Aparahna period only

📌 Exact timings may vary slightly depending on local Panchang and sunrise.

📌 Shashthi Shraddha – Significance

Shashthi Shraddha is performed during Pitru Paksha for ancestors whose death tithi falls on Krishna Shashthi.
Performing Shraddha during Aparahna Kaal is considered mandatory according to Dharma Shastra, as offerings made during this period directly reach the ancestors.

Proper observance helps:

• Remove Pitru Dosha
• Bring ancestral peace
• Ensure family prosperity and protection

📖 Shashthi Shraddha Story (Katha)

Hindu scriptures state that during Pitru Paksha, ancestors descend to the earthly realm and wait during Aparahna time to receive offerings.
If Shraddha is done outside this period, the spiritual benefit is reduced.

Ancestors associated with Shashthi tithi are especially satisfied when food (anna), water (jal), sesame (til), and rice balls (pind) are offered with devotion during the prescribed time.

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

📌 For all years, Shraddha must be performed during Aparahna Kaal.

📌 Short FAQ – Shashthi Shraddha

❓ What is the correct time for Shashthi Shraddha?
Shraddha should be performed during Aparahna Kaal (midday to afternoon).

❓ Which tithi is observed for Shashthi Shraddha?
Krishna Shashthi of Ashwina month.

❓ Can Shraddha be done in the morning?
Morning is suitable for Tarpan, but Pind Daan and Shraddha rituals must be done in Aparahna.

❓ Is timing important for Shraddha?
Yes, Shraddha done outside Aparahna is considered incomplete.

❓ Does the same timing rule apply for all Shraddha days?
✅ Yes. For all Shraddha tithis (Dwitiya to Amavasya), Aparahna Kaal is mandatory.