Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) 2026 — Prayagraj: Shubh Muhurat

Diwali in Prayagraj is on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The most auspicious Lakshmi Puja muhurat is 5:42 PM–7:40 PM (Pradosh Kaal + fixed Vrishabha lagna); the full Pradosh Kaal is 5:18 PM–7:54 PM.

Diwali 2026 — full timings for Prayagraj

DateSunday, November 8, 2026
Puja muhurat5:42 PM – 7:40 PM
Pradosh Kaal5:18 PM – 7:54 PM
Fixed Vrishabha (Taurus) lagna5:42 PM – 7:40 PM
Sunrise6:15 AM
Sunset5:18 PM

The five days of Deepotsav — Prayagraj

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 Prayagraj's own sunrise, sunset and moonrise.

Prayagraj vs Delhi

Lakshmi Puja muhurat in Prayagraj is at 5:42 PM, while in Delhi it is at 5:55 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 Diwali 2026 in Prayagraj?

Diwali in Prayagraj is on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The most auspicious Lakshmi Puja muhurat is 5:42 PM–7:40 PM (Pradosh Kaal + fixed Vrishabha lagna); the full Pradosh Kaal is 5:18 PM–7:54 PM.

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

Prayagraj mein Diwali Sunday, November 8, 2026 ko hai. Lakshmi puja ka sabse shubh muhurat 5:42 PM–7:40 PM; pura pradosh kaal 5:18 PM–7:54 PM.

Is the timing in Prayagraj different from Delhi?

Yes. Lakshmi Puja muhurat in Prayagraj is at 5:42 PM, while in Delhi it is at 5:55 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 Prayagraj's coordinates (25.44°N, 81.85°E) in Indian Standard Time; the date follows the standard panchang rule. If your temple or family tradition differs, give it priority.