Guru Purnima 2026 Date: Guru Purnima is celebrated annually on the full moon day (Purnima) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) in the month of Ashadha. This day also coincides with Ashadha Purnima. On the occasion of Guru Purnima, people pay their respects to their Gurus and seek their blessings. This year, *Priti Yoga* and *Ayushman Yoga* are forming on Guru Purnima. This day also offers a great opportunity to remedy *Guru Dosha* (Jupiter-related afflictions) in one's horoscope. Let us find out when Guru Purnima falls and what measures can be taken to alleviate *Guru Dosha* on this day.

Guru Purnima 2026 Date
The *Ashadha Shukla Purnima* Tithi (lunar day) begins on July 28 at 6:18 PM and remains valid until 8:05 PM on July 29. Therefore, based on the *Udaya Tithi* (the sunrise date), the festival of Guru Purnima will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 29.

Guru Purnima during *Priti Yoga* and *Uttarashadha Nakshatra*
This year, Guru Purnima falls during *Priti Yoga* and *Uttarashadha Nakshatra*. *Priti Yoga* lasts from early morning until 11:58 PM, after which *Ayushman Yoga* begins. The ruling planet of *Priti Yoga* is Mercury (Budh), and the presiding deity is Lord Vishnu.

During *Priti Yoga*, you can initiate new relationships, attempt to resolve existing disputes, or finalize important deals and earn respect. *Uttarashadha Nakshatra* prevails from the morning until 3:37 PM, followed by *Shravana Nakshatra*.

Guru Purnima 2026 Auspicious Timing (*Muhurat*)

On Guru Purnima, the *Brahma Muhurat* (an auspicious pre-dawn period) is from 4:17 AM to 4:59 AM. This is considered an excellent time to take a ritual bath. On that day, the *Labh-Unnati* (Gain/Progress) *Muhurat* is from 05:41 AM to 07:22 AM, the *Amrit-Sarvottam* (Nectar/Best) *Muhurat* is from 07:22 AM to 09:04 AM, and the *Shubh-Uttam* (Auspicious/Excellent) *Muhurat* is from 10:46 AM to 12:27 PM. The *Char-Samanya* (Movable/General) *Muhurat* will be from 03:51 PM to 05:32 PM, and the *Labh-Unnati* *Muhurat* will last from 05:32 PM to 07:14 PM.

**Significance of Guru Purnima**
Guru Purnima—also known as *Ashadh Purnima*—marks the birth anniversary of Maharishi Ved Vyas. Consequently, *Ved Vyas Jayanti* is celebrated on this day, and he is worshipped. Ved Vyas composed the *Mahabharata* and the Vedas. In Indian culture, on the occasion of Guru Purnima, people honor their teachers (*Gurus*) and express gratitude for the knowledge and teachings imparted by them. It is through the Guru's wisdom that we find the right path to success in life. The Guru is equated to the *Tridev* (the Holy Trinity):

*Gurur-Brahma Gurur-Vishnu Gurur-Devo Maheshwarah;*
*Gurur-Sakshat Parabrahma Tasmai Shri Gurave Namah.*

**Remedy for *Guru Dosh* (Affliction related to Jupiter) on Guru Purnima**
If Jupiter (*Guru*) is weak in your horoscope or if you are afflicted by a *Guru Dosh*, you should perform a simple remedy on this year's Guru Purnima. Visit your Guru's home and invite them to your place. Upon their arrival, treat them with respect and hospitality; offer them a meal and serve them. When they depart, offer *Dakshina* (a token offering) or a gift and seek their blessings. Serving the Guru will help alleviate the *Guru Dosh*.

PC Social Media