Narasimha Jayanti 2026 – Date, Puja Vidhi, Vrat Rituals & Significance

 

Narasimha Jayanti is a significant Hindu festival observed on Vaisakh Chaturdashi (14th day) of the Shukla Paksha, commemorating the divine incarnation of Lord Narasimha, the fourth avatar of Lord Vishnu. On this auspicious day, Lord Narasimha emerged in a man-lion form to vanquish the demon Hiranyakashipu, restoring righteousness (dharma) and protecting his ardent devotee, Prahlada.

Devotees across India observe Narasimha Jayanti with fasting, prayers, and rituals, seeking divine blessings and protection.

2026 Date: April 30.

The Purpose of Narasimha Jayanti

This sacred day symbolizes the victory of dharma (righteousness) over adharma (unrighteousness). Devotees believe that observing Narasimha Jayanti with devotion removes sins, obstacles, and negative influences, leading to spiritual growth and fulfillment.

Rituals and Observances

Early Morning Puja

• Devotees wake up during Brahma Muhurat and take a sacred bath.
• Wearing new and fresh clothes signifies purity and devotion.
• The idol or picture of Lord Narasimha and Goddess Lakshmi is placed for worship.

Fasting Rules

• The fast begins at sunrise and continues until sunrise the next day.
• A single meal of fruits and milk is allowed (no grains or cereals).
• Fasting with sincerity is believed to grant spiritual strength and blessings.

Worship & Offerings

• The puja is performed during sunset, marking the divine moment of Lord Narasimha’s arrival.
• Offerings include gram dal, jaggery, kumkum, kesar, flowers, coconut, and sweets.
• Reciting the Narasimha Mantra using a Rudraksha mala strengthens devotion.

Charity & Meditation

• Donating clothes, sesame seeds, and precious metals is considered highly auspicious.
• Deep meditation and mantra chanting bring inner peace and divine grace.

Temples Dedicated to Lord Narasimha

Numerous temples across South India are dedicated to Lord Narasimha, where daily prayers and special pujas take place. The Navanarasimha temples in Ahobilam are particularly revered.

Navanarasimha – The Nine Forms of Lord Narasimha

1.     Ugra Narasimha – The fierce form

2.     Santha Narasimha – The peaceful form

3.     Vira Narasimha – The warrior form

4.     Prahlada Narasimha – With devotee Prahlada

5.     Sayana Narasimha – Reclining position

6.     Yoga Narasimha – Meditative posture

7.     Aghora Narasimha – The form of dissolution

8.     Sudarshana Narasimha – In Sudarshana Chakra

9.     Lakshmi Narasimha – With Goddess Lakshmi

Prominent Navanarasimha Temples

No	Kshetra	District	Temple Name
1	Ahobilam	Kurnool	Ahobila Lakshmi Narasimha Swami
2	Yadhagirigutta	Nalgonda	Jhwala Narasimha Swami
3	MalaKonda	Prakasham	Malyadhri Lakshmi Narasimha Swami
4	Simhachalam	Vizag	Krodhaakara Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swami
5	Dharmapuri	Karimnagar	Bhargava Narasimha Swami
6	Vedhadhri	Krishna	Yoga Narasimha Swami
7	Antarvedi	East Godavari	Aanandha Narasimha Swami
8	Mangalagiri	Guntur	Panakala Narasimha Swami
9	Penchalakona	Nellore	Lakshmi Narasimha Swami