When is Guru Pradosh Vrat? Do not miss this opportunity—an auspicious alignment for the fulfillment of wishes is forming..
- byShikha Srivastava
- 07 May, 2026
LifesGuru Pradosh Vrat May 2026 Date: A Pradosh Vrat that falls on a Thursday is known as *Guru Pradosh Vrat*. The first Pradosh of the month of Jyeshtha (which corresponds to May) is the Guru Pradosh Vrat. It will occur on the *Trayodashi* (thirteenth day) of the *Krishna Paksha* (waning phase of the moon) during the month of Jyeshtha. This time, a special auspicious conjunction (*Yoga*) for the fulfillment of wishes is forming on the day of Guru Pradosh Vrat. Do not miss this day, even by mistake, as observing the fast and worshipping Lord Shiva can lead to the fulfillment of your desires. Let us find out: When is the Guru Pradosh Vrat? What is the auspicious timing (*Muhurat*) for the Guru Pradosh Vrat?

**Guru Pradosh Vrat May 2026 Date**
According to the *Panchang* (Hindu almanac), the *Trayodashi* Tithi of the *Krishna Paksha* in the month of Jyeshtha begins this time on May 14th at 11:20 AM, while this Tithi concludes on May 15th at 8:31 AM. Consequently, based on the *Pradosh Kaal* (the auspicious twilight period), the Guru Pradosh Vrat will be observed on Thursday, May 14th.
**Guru Pradosh Vrat 2026 Muhurat**
For the worship associated with the Guru Pradosh Vrat in May, you will have an auspicious window (*Muhurat*) lasting 2 hours and 5 minutes. On this day, the worship of Lord Shiva can be performed starting from 7:04 PM, and this auspicious period continues until 9:09 PM. Pradosh worship is traditionally performed during the evening hours; however, if you are unable to perform it in the evening for any reason, you may do so during the day whenever you find the time.
**Auspicious Conjunction for Wish Fulfillment on Guru Pradosh**
This time, a special auspicious conjunction (*Yoga*) specifically for the fulfillment of wishes is forming on the day of Guru Pradosh Vrat. If you observe the fast and worship Lord Shiva during this specific *Yoga*, your desires may be fulfilled. On the day of Guru Pradosh, the *Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga*—an auspicious conjunction for the fulfillment of all desires—will remain active from early morning until late at night.
Additionally, the *Priti Yoga* and *Ayushman Yoga* are also forming on this day. The *Priti Yoga* will prevail from early morning until 5:53 PM, after which the *Ayushman Yoga* will commence and continue until the afternoon of the following day. The *Ayushman Yoga*, formed during the auspicious *Pradosh Puja* timing, is believed to enhance your longevity and well-being.
On the day of *Guru Pradosh*, the *Revati* and *Ashwini* *Nakshatras* (lunar constellations) are in effect. On this *Trayodashi* day, the *Revati Nakshatra* prevails from early morning until 10:34 PM, after which the *Ashwini Nakshatra* commences.
**Conclusion of *Panchak* at Night**
The *Panchak* period will conclude on the day of *Guru Pradosh*. On this specific day, *Panchak* will begin at 5:31 AM and continue until 10:34 PM. However, in the context of *Shiv Puja* (worship of Lord Shiva), there are no restrictions regarding *Panchak*, *Rahukal*, or similar inauspicious timings. You may perform the worship at any time without incurring any ritualistic faults.

**Significance of *Guru Pradosh***
Observing a fast and worshipping Lord Shiva on the day of *Guru Pradosh* is believed to grant liberation from all manner of diseases, afflictions, and hardships. Through the divine grace of Lord Shiva, one may experience an increase in longevity, health, wealth, material assets, prosperity, and progeny.
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