Dhanteras 2026: Date and Puja Muhurat
Date: Friday, 6 November 2026
Dhanteras is also known as Dhantrayodashi. On this day, the special importance of worshiping Lord Dhanvantari, Mother Lakshmi, and Lord Kubera is given.
Main Puja Muhurat
- Puja Time: 5:49 PM to 7:46 PM
- Total Duration: 1 hour 57 minutes
- Pradosh Kaal: 5:19 PM to 7:54 PM
- Vrishabha Kaal: 5:49 PM to 7:46 PM
Trayodashi Tithi
- Begins: 6 November, 10:30 AM
- Ends: 7 November, 10:47 AM
Main Rituals of Dhanteras
- Worship of Lord Dhanvantari.
- Worship of Mother Lakshmi and Kubera.
- Donate Yamdip at sunset.
- Buy gold, silver, and utensils as per tradition.
Note: The puja and shopping muhurat are different.
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Diwali 2026: Lakshmi Puja Muhurat
Date: Sunday, 8 November 2026
On Kartik Amavasya, Mother Mahalakshmi, Lord Ganesha, and Mother Saraswati are worshiped.
Main Lakshmi Puja Muhurat
- Puja Time: 5:41 PM to 7:38 PM
- Total Duration: 1 hour 57 minutes
- Pradosh Kaal: 5:18 PM to 7:53 PM
- Vrishabha Kaal: 5:41 PM to 7:38 PM
Amavasya Tithi
- Begins: 8 November, 11:27 AM
- Ends: 9 November, 12:31 PM
Mahanishith Kaal
- Begins: 8 November, 11:21 PM
- Ends: 9 November, 12:12 AM
For general household families, the Pradosh Kaal Lakshmi Puja Muhurat is the main muhurat.
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Naraka Chaturdashi and Diwali's Special Conjunction
In the year 2026, Naraka Chaturdashi and Diwali's main rituals are falling on the same date.
- 7 November, Saturday: Kali Chaudas' tradition.
- 8 November, Sunday: Morning Naraka Chaturdashi bath and deep daan, and evening Amavasya Lakshmi Puja.
- 9 November, Monday: Amavasya till 12:31 PM.
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Puja's Brief Method
Dhanteras
- Clean the house and puja site.
- Worship Lord Dhanvantari, Mother Lakshmi, and Kubera.
- Donate Yamdip at sunset.
Diwali
- Establish Lord Ganesha and Mother Lakshmi.
- Worship Ganesha, Mahalakshmi, and Saraswati.
- Offer incense, lamps, flowers, and naivedya.
- Light diyas at home and the main gate after performing aarti.
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Puja Muhurat: Brief Chart
| Festival | Date | Main Muhurat |
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| Dhanteras | 6 November | 5:49–7:46 PM |
| Diwali | 8 November | 5:41–7:38 PM |
| Mahanishith | 8–9 November | 11:21 PM–12:12 AM |
All times are according to Prayagraj's local time.
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Conclusion
Dhanteras is for the wish of health, wealth, and prosperity, while Diwali is for worshiping Mother Mahalakshmi and Lord Ganesha. Worship with faith and according to the rituals in the auspicious muhurat.
Wishing you a Happy Diwali!
Astrologer KN Tripathi
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