Bhai Dooj 2026 — Kolkata: Auspicious Tilak Muhurat

Bhai Dooj in Kolkata is on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The auspicious time to apply tilak to your brother (Aparahna) is 12:27 PM–2:41 PM.

Bhai Dooj 2026 — full timings for Kolkata

DateWednesday, November 11, 2026
Auspicious tilak time (Aparahna)12:27 PM – 2:41 PM
Sunrise5:47 AM
Sunset4:54 PM

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

Kolkata vs Delhi

Tilak time in Kolkata is at 12:27 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 Kolkata?

Bhai Dooj in Kolkata is on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The auspicious time to apply tilak to your brother (Aparahna) is 12:27 PM–2:41 PM.

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

Kolkata mein Bhai Dooj Wednesday, November 11, 2026 ko hai. Bhai ko tilak karne ka shubh samay 12:27 PM–2:41 PM.

Is the timing in Kolkata different from Delhi?

Yes. Tilak time in Kolkata is at 12:27 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 Kolkata's coordinates (22.57°N, 88.36°E) in Indian Standard Time; the date follows the standard panchang rule. If your temple or family tradition differs, give it priority.