Vat Purnima: When is Jyeshtha Purnima 2026? Know date, rituals and significance

Hindus observe Jyeshtha Purnima on June 29, 2026, a sacred full moon day dedicated to worshipping Lord Satyanarayan. This auspicious occasion, falling in the revered Jyeshtha month, is marked by fasting and prayers. The day also holds significance for Vat Purnima, where married women fast for their husbands’ well-being, revering the banyan tree. Mantras are chanted for blessings.

Purnima is one of the most sacred days in Hinduism. This day is considered highly auspicious days. The Purnima is also observed as Full Moon day. People observe fast from dawn to dusk and worship Lord Satyanarayan on this specific day. This year, Jyeshtha Purnima is going to be observed on June 29, 2026.

Jyeshtha Purnima 2026: Date and Time

Purnima Tithi Begins – 03:06 AM on Jun 29, 2026Purnima Tithi Ends – 05:26 AM on Jun 30, 2026Shukla Purnima Moonrise on Purnima – 07:16 PM

Jyeshtha Purnima 2026: Significance

The Moon appears in its full form, joyful, and giving on this lucky day. The moon is thought to bestow blessings on Earth through its rays. This time, Purnima falls during the month of Jyeshtha. As the name implies, Jyeshtha is regarded as the oldest and most auspicious month, therefore it is advantageous to observe fast, carry out puja rites, and do hawan or yajna.

Vat Purnima:

Every year, there are twelve Purnima celebrations. Hindus have a high religious and spiritual value on Vat Purnima. Married women follow the nirjala fast from sunrise to sunset on Vat Purnima, a very auspicious day for their husbands’ longevity and well-being. Unmarried women might also follow the fast in order to find their ideal spouse. They revere the banyan tree called Vat Vriksha.

Mantra

1. Om Chandraye Namah..!!2. Om Namo Bhagavte Vasudevaye..!!3. Om Sraam Sreem Srom Saha Chandramase Namah..!!4. Hare Ram Hare Ram Ram Ram Hare Hare Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare..!!