Bhai Dooj 2026 — Chennai: Auspicious Tilak Muhurat

Bhai Dooj in Chennai is on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The auspicious time to apply tilak to your brother (Aparahna) is 1:02 PM–3:21 PM.

Bhai Dooj 2026 — full timings for Chennai

DateWednesday, November 11, 2026
Auspicious tilak time (Aparahna)1:02 PM – 3:21 PM
Sunrise6:06 AM
Sunset5:40 PM

All times are Indian Standard Time (IST), computed from Chennai's own sunrise, sunset and moonrise.

Chennai vs Delhi

Tilak time in Chennai is at 1:02 PM, while in Delhi it is at 1:10 PM. Sunrise, sunset and moonrise change with each city's latitude and longitude, so follow your own city's time.
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Frequently asked questions

When is Bhai Dooj 2026 in Chennai?

Bhai Dooj in Chennai is on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The auspicious time to apply tilak to your brother (Aparahna) is 1:02 PM–3:21 PM.

Chennai mein Bhai Dooj 2026 par tilak ka shubh muhurat kya hai?

Chennai mein Bhai Dooj Wednesday, November 11, 2026 ko hai. Bhai ko tilak karne ka shubh samay 1:02 PM–3:21 PM.

Is the timing in Chennai different from Delhi?

Yes. Tilak time in Chennai is at 1:02 PM, while in Delhi it is at 1:10 PM. Sunrise, sunset and moonrise change with each city's latitude and longitude, so follow your own city's time.

How was this time calculated?

With Swiss Ephemeris (sidereal, Lahiri ayanamsa) for Chennai's coordinates (13.08°N, 80.27°E) in Indian Standard Time; the date follows the standard panchang rule. If your temple or family tradition differs, give it priority.