Sharad Purnima 2026: Kojagari Lakshmi Puja, Shubh Muhurat and Kheer Ritual

Sharad Purnima 2026: Sharad Purnima is also known as Kojagari Purnima or Ashwin Purnima. It is believed that on this day the Moon is complete with all 16 kalas, and that nectar showers from the sky. Sharad Purnima moonlight is associated with placing kheer under the open sky, worshipping Goddess Lakshmi, and the divine love of Lord Shri Krishna. Let us learn about the date, auspicious timings, significance, and auspicious yogas formed on Sharad Purnima.

When Is Sharad Purnima?

In the year 2026, Sharad Purnima will be celebrated on Sunday, October 25. In Hinduism, it is considered one of the most auspicious Purnimas. According to the Panchang, Sharad Purnima is celebrated on the Purnima Tithi in the Ashwin month. Here are the auspicious timings for Sharad Purnima-

Sharad Purnima: Yog

On Sharad Purnima, October 25, at 7:22 PM, Sarvartha Siddhi Yog will begin and continue until 6:29 AM the next day. This yog will form from the combination of Ashwini Nakshatra and Sunday; in addition, the Revati and Ashwini Nakshatras will also be present. Harshan Yog and Vajra Yog will also coincide with the full moon.

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Sharad Purnima: Religious Significance

The Night of Maha Raas

Sharad Purnima is considered one of the most spiritually uplifting nights. It is also known as Kaumudi Purnima or Raas Purnima. In the Bhagavat Puran, this purnima night is described as the night of Maha Raas. According to the text, on the sacred moonlit night of Sharad Purnima, Lord Shri Krishna played his melodious flute and performed the Maha Raas (Raas Leela) with the Gopis of Vrindavan.

The Tradition of the Kheer Ritual

On Sharad Purnima, the tradition of preparing kheer holds special significance; rice, milk, and sugar symbolise the Moon. That’s why kheer is prepared and placed under the open sky on this day. It is believed that this allows the nectar raining from the moonlight to be absorbed into the kheer. Eating this kheer is believed to help relieve Pitta-related problems and strengthen the body’s immunity.

Kheer Placement Muhurat: On Sharad Purnima, kheer can be placed under the open sky from moonrise to 12:30 AM during Nishita Kaal.

Kojagari Lakshmi Puja

Sharad Purnima is also known as Kojagari Purnima. During Nishita Kaal, people worship Kojagari Lakshmi. It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi visits the Earth on Kojagari Purnima and asks, ‘Ko Jagarti?’, which means ‘Who is awake?’ To seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi, people stay awake through the night and worship her.

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 11:39 PM to 12:31 AM

Auspicious Planetary Positions

In Vedic astrology, the Moon is considered the significator of the mind. On Sharad Purnima, the Moon is believed to be complete, with all 16 kalas, and comes closest to Earth, thereby increasing its gravitational effect. On Sharad Purnima 2026, the Moon will be influenced by Aries and the Ashwini Nakshatra, bringing mental peace, calmness, and positive energy.