Sakat Chauth 2026: When Is It? Every year, the Sakat Chauth fast is observed with devotion and faith on the Chaturthi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Magh. It is also known as Sankashti Chaturthi, Tilkuta Chauth, and Maghi Chauth. On this day, women especially observe a fast and worship Lord Ganesha with rituals. It is believed that this fast is extremely beneficial for the happy, safe, and bright future of their children.

According to religious beliefs, observing the Sakat Chauth fast removes obstacles and problems in the child's life. With the blessings of Lord Ganesha, happiness, peace, and prosperity prevail in the family on this day. Chandra Sighting holds special significance during the fast, as the moonrise is considered complete only after sighting it. Therefore, let's learn the auspicious time for Sakat Chauth 2026 and the correct time for moonrise to reap the full benefits of the fast and worship.

Sakat Chauth 2026 Date and Auspicious Time

According to the Hindu calendar, the Sakat Chauth fast is observed every year on the Chaturthi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Magh. In 2026, Chaturthi Tithi will begin at 8:01 am on January 6, 2026, and end at 6:52 am on January 7, 2026. Based on the Udaya Tithi, Sakat Chauth fast will be observed on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. This day is considered highly auspicious for receiving the special blessings of Lord Ganesha. Fasting and worshipping on this day brings happiness, good fortune, peace and prosperity to the family.

Sakat Chauth Moonrise Time in 2026

The Sakat Chauth fast is broken only after seeing the moon. Religious belief holds that the fast is not considered complete without seeing the moon. According to the calendar, the moonrise on January 6, 2026, will occur at approximately 9 pm. At this time, water, milk, or water mixed with unbroken rice grains is offered to the Moon. Only after this do fasting women break their fast. Offering water to the Moon fulfills wishes and bestows long life upon their children.

Religious and Spiritual Significance of Sakat Chauth

The Sakat Chauth fast is dedicated to Lord Ganesha, known as the Remover of Vighnaharta (the Remover of Vighnaharta). It is believed that observing this fast with devotion and regularly removes all suffering, obstacles, and troubles from their children's lives. Mothers, in particular, observe this fast with the hope of long life, good health, and a bright future for their children. Sakat Chauth is also known as Sankashti Chaturthi, Tilkuta Chauth, and Maghi Chauth. With the blessings of Lord Ganesha, happiness, prosperity, and positive energy reside in the home on this day.

Sakat Chauth Puja Method

On Sakat Chauth, bathe in the morning, wear clean clothes, and take a vow to observe the fast.

Clean the place of worship and place an idol or picture of Lord Ganesha on the platform.

Offer water, rice grains, vermilion, durva (sunflower), flowers, and sesame seeds to Lord Ganesha.
Offer modaks, laddus, or prasad made of sesame and jaggery.
Recite the Sakat Chauth fast story with devotion.
Follow the fast throughout the day and remember Lord Ganesha.
Offer arghya to the Moon God when the moon rises at night.
After seeing the moon, perform aarti of Lord Ganesha.
Finally, break the fast and consume prasad.

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