Sankashti Chaturthi in 2026

Sankashti Chaturthi falls on the 4th lunar day of Krishna Paksha. It is a day dedicated to Lord Ganesha, as observing a fast and following the day’s rituals helps clear obstacles from one’s life and fulfil all desires. There are 13 Sankasthi Chaturthi in the year 2026, and one can observe it in any month of the year if struggling with personal, professional, or financial issues. However, one must know when this Chaturthi falls in every month, its timings, and how to observe a fast on this day. So, for all those queries, the following sections hold all the answers. 

Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 Dates and Timings 
 

Sankashti Name	Date & Day	Tithi Timing
Lambodara Sankashti (Sakat Chauth)	6 January 2026, Tuesday	6 January, 8:01 AM – 7 January, 6:52 AM
Dwijpriya Sankashti	5 February 2026, Thursday	5 February, 12:09 AM – 6 February, 12:22 AM
Bhalachandra Sankashti	6 March 2026, Friday	6 March, 5:53 PM – 7 March, 7:17 PM
Vikat Sankashti	5 April 2026, Sunday	5 April, 11:59 AM – 6 April, 2:10 PM
Ekadanta Sankashti	5 May 2026, Tuesday	5 May, 5:24 AM – 6 May, 7:51 AM
Vibhuvan Sankashti	3 June 2026, Wednesday	3 June, 9:21 PM – 4 June, 11:30 PM
Krishnapingal Sankashti	3 July 2026, Friday	3 July, 11:20 AM – 4 July, 12:39 PM
Gajanan Sankashti	2 August 2026, Sunday	1 August, 11:07 PM – 2 August, 11:15 PM
Heramba Sankashti (Bahula Chaturthi)	31 August 2026, Monday	31 August, 8:50 AM – 1 September, 7:41 AM
Vighnaraj Sankashti	29 September 2026, Tuesday	29 September, 5:09 PM – 30 September, 2:55 PM
Vakratunda Sankashti (Karva Chauth)	29 October 2026, Thursday	29 October, 1:06 AM – 29 October, 10:09 PM
Ganaadhipa Sankashti	27 November 2026, Friday	27 November, 9:48 AM – 28 November, 6:39 AM
Akhuratha Sankashti	26 December 2026, Saturday	26 December, 8:04 PM – 27 December, 5:12 PM

Sankasthi Chaturthi Key Rituals 

Morning Rituals(Sankalp, Fasting, and Pooja) 

• Wake up early in the morning, take a bath, and wear clean clothes 
• Take an oath to observe a complete or partial fast 
• Place the Ganesha idol in the temple and decorate it with Durva grass, flowers, and lamps 
• Offer modak and laddoo to Lord Ganesha 
• Chant “Om Gam Ganapataye Namah” or read “Sankashti Vrat Katha”

Evening Rituals(Worshipping Moon and Breaking Fast) 

• Offer water, sandalwood paste, rice, and flowers to the Moon 
• Do the Ganesh Aarti after moon visibility
• Intake the prasad first and then consume the satvic meal

Sankasthi Chaturthi Significance 

1. Relieves from Troubles and Obstacles 

• Relieves one from financial struggles, be it debt or a business loss 
• Helps overcome personal challenges, such as problems in marriage or the workplace 
• Brings wisdom to students and professionals by removing roadblocks or karmic debts 

1. Promotes Wisdom and Intellect

• Boosts mental clarity as Sankashthi Chaturthi governs both emotions and the mind
• Eliminates emotional clutter that reduces sharp thinking 
• Reduces anxiety and trauma if anyone is going through it 

1. Fulfils Wishes and Desires 

• Prayers on this day are directly heard by Lord Ganesha 
• Fulfils all the desires of a person, related to abroad travel, academic success, or job promotion 
• Deepest wishes at the time of moon rise get fulfilled by Lord Ganesh