Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 – Complete Calendar of Dates & Names

 

Sankashti Chaturthi, also called Sankatahara Chaturthi in South India, is a monthly vrat dedicated to Lord Ganesha. It falls on the Krishna Paksha Chaturthi (fourth day after full moon). When it coincides with a Tuesday, it is known as Angarki Chaturthi—considered the most auspicious of all Sankashti days.

Significance

• Sankashti (Sanskrit) means deliverance during difficult times.
• Devotees believe Lord Ganesha removes obstacles and grants success when worshipped on this day.
• Angarki Chaturthi is especially powerful for fulfilling desires and blessings.
• Couples often observe this vrat for progeny and prosperity.

Rituals

• Fasting: Strict fast from sunrise to moonrise; some observe partial fast with fruits, peanuts, potatoes, sabudana khichdi.
• Puja: Evening worship after moonrise. Idol decorated with Durva grass and flowers; lamp lit; incense offered.
• Vrat Katha: Devotees read the month‑specific story (13 in total, including Adhika Masa).
• Naivedya: Modaks and Lord Ganesha’s favorite sweets offered.
• Moon Worship: Water, sandal paste, rice, and flowers offered to Chandra (Moon God).
• Chanting: Recite Ganesha Ashtothra, Sankashtnashana Stotra, Vakrathunda Mahakaya, and other Vedic hymns.

Monthly Observance

• Observed every lunar month.
• Each month has a unique peeta (lotus petal) and name of Ganesha.
• Total of 13 vrats annually, including the extra Adhika Masa every four years.

2026 Dates

Date	Event
January 06	Lambodara Sankashti Chaturthi
February 05	Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi
March 06	Bhalachandra Sankashti Chaturthi
April 05	Vikata Sankashti Chaturthi
May 05	Ekadanta Sankashti Chaturthi
June 03	Vibhuvana Sankashti Chaturthi
July 03	Krishnapingala Sankashti Chaturthi
August 02	Gajanana Sankashti Chaturthi
August 31	Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi
September 29	Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi
October 29	Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthi
November 27	Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi
December 26	Akhuratha Sankashti Chaturthi