Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2026 — Delhi: Shubh Muhurat

Diwali in Delhi is on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The most auspicious Lakshmi Puja muhurat is 5:55 PM–7:51 PM (Pradosh Kaal + fixed Vrishabha lagna); the full Pradosh Kaal is 5:31 PM–8:09 PM.

Diwali 2026 — full timings for Delhi

DateSunday, November 8, 2026
Puja muhurat5:55 PM – 7:51 PM
Pradosh Kaal5:31 PM – 8:09 PM
Fixed Vrishabha (Taurus) lagna5:55 PM – 7:51 PM
Sunrise6:38 AM
Sunset5:31 PM

The five days of Deepotsav — Delhi

DhanterasFriday, November 6, 2026
Choti Diwali (Yama Deepdaan)Saturday, November 7, 2026
Naraka Chaturdashi — Abhyang SnanSunday, November 8, 2026
DiwaliSunday, November 8, 2026
Govardhan PujaTuesday, November 10, 2026
Bhai DoojWednesday, November 11, 2026

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

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Frequently asked questions

When is Diwali 2026 in Delhi?

Diwali in Delhi is on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The most auspicious Lakshmi Puja muhurat is 5:55 PM–7:51 PM (Pradosh Kaal + fixed Vrishabha lagna); the full Pradosh Kaal is 5:31 PM–8:09 PM.

Delhi mein Diwali 2026 Lakshmi puja ka shubh muhurat kya hai?

Delhi mein Diwali Sunday, November 8, 2026 ko hai. Lakshmi puja ka sabse shubh muhurat 5:55 PM–7:51 PM; pura pradosh kaal 5:31 PM–8:09 PM.

How was this time calculated?

With Swiss Ephemeris (sidereal, Lahiri ayanamsa) for Delhi's coordinates (28.61°N, 77.21°E) in Indian Standard Time; the date follows the standard panchang rule. If your temple or family tradition differs, give it priority.