Bhai Dooj 2026 — Gaya: Auspicious Tilak Muhurat

Bhai Dooj in Gaya is on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The auspicious time to apply tilak to your brother (Aparahna) is 12:40 PM–2:52 PM.

Bhai Dooj 2026 — full timings for Gaya

DateWednesday, November 11, 2026
Auspicious tilak time (Aparahna)12:40 PM – 2:52 PM
Sunrise6:03 AM
Sunset5:04 PM

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

Gaya vs Delhi

Tilak time in Gaya is at 12:40 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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Bhai Dooj 2026 — other cities

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Frequently asked questions

When is Bhai Dooj 2026 in Gaya?

Bhai Dooj in Gaya is on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The auspicious time to apply tilak to your brother (Aparahna) is 12:40 PM–2:52 PM.

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

Gaya mein Bhai Dooj Wednesday, November 11, 2026 ko hai. Bhai ko tilak karne ka shubh samay 12:40 PM–2:52 PM.

Is the timing in Gaya different from Delhi?

Yes. Tilak time in Gaya is at 12:40 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 Gaya's coordinates (24.79°N, 85.00°E) in Indian Standard Time; the date follows the standard panchang rule. If your temple or family tradition differs, give it priority.