Maha Shivratri Shubh Muhurat: The festival of Mahashivratri is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. On this day, every wish is fulfilled by worshipping Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. In such a situation, let us know what is the auspicious time for Shiva worship and fasting on Mahashivratri this year. 

Maha Shivratri 2025 Date: The festival of Mahashivratri is celebrated on the Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha of Falgun month. This day is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. According to the belief of Hinduism, the marriage of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati was solemnized on this day. Mahadev had abandoned renunciation on this day and adopted a household life. It is believed that by worshiping Shiva-Parvati duly on the day of Mahashivratri, one gets the desired result. This year Mahashivratri will be under the influence of Bhadra, which is considered inauspicious for auspicious works. Let us know the date of Mahashivratri 2025, Puja Muhurta and the right time to break the fast.

When is Mahashivratri 2025?

Phalguna Krishna Trayodashi Tithi starts- 26 February 2025, 11:08 am

Phalguna Krishna Trayodashi Tithi ends- 27 February 2025, 08:54 am

When will the fast be observed- 26 February 2025

Puja Muhurta for all four Prahars on Mahashivratri

First prahar of the night - 06:19 PM - 09:26 PM

Second prahar of the night - 09:26 PM - 12:34 AM (27 February)

Third prahar of the night - 12:34 AM - 03:41 AM (27 February)

Fourth prahar of the night - 03:41 AM - 06:48 AM (27 February)

Bhadra Timings on Mahashivratri

Bhadra Kaal - 26 February 2025, from 11:08 am to 10:05 pm

Bhadra is considered inauspicious for auspicious works, hence one should avoid performing puja during this time. 

Nishita Muhurta for Shiva worship on Mahashivratri 

27 February 2025, 12:09 AM to 12:59 AM

Total duration of Puja- 50 minutes

This time is considered most auspicious for worshiping Shiva.

Mahashivratri fasting time is 

27 February 2025, from 06:48 am to 08:54 am

It will be auspicious to break the fast during this period.

How to do Puja on Mahashivratri

Get up early in the morning and take a bath and wear clean clothes. If you want to keep a fast, then take a vow of fasting before sunrise. After this, go to the Shiva temple and do Jalabhishek or Rudrabhishek of Shivling. During this, offer Belpatra, Dhatura, Gangajal and perfume, raw cow milk, curd and honey on Shivling. Along with this, recite or listen to Shiv Puran, Shiv Chalisa or Mahashivratri Katha in the evening.

What to eat during Mahashivratri fast?

Apple, Banana, Pomegranate

Sabudana Khichdi

Buckwheat Pakora

Milk, Curd 

(Disclaimer: The information given here is based on general beliefs and information. FNE does not confirm it.)