AstrologgerWhen is the next Masik Durgashtami?
Next Masik Durgashtami: Tuesday, 17 November 2026 (Masik Durgashtami (Kartika)) — tithi 17 Nov 4:20 AM to 18 Nov 6:05 AM (New Delhi).
Masik Durgashtami is the Shukla-paksha Ashtami (8th tithi) of every lunar month, dedicated to Goddess Durga. The Ashtami of Ashwina Navratri is the great Maha Ashtami (Durga Ashtami). Dates below are computed for New Delhi.
The next 3 Masik Durgashtami dates
| Date | Name | Tithi window |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, 17 November 2026 | Masik Durgashtami (Kartika) | 17 Nov 4:20 AM to 18 Nov 6:05 AM |
| Thursday, 17 December 2026 | Masik Durgashtami (Margashirsha) | 16 Dec 10:46 PM to 17 Dec 11:26 PM |
| Saturday, 16 January 2027 | Masik Durgashtami (Pausha) | 15 Jan 2:14 PM to 16 Jan 1:43 PM |
All dates & times computed for New Delhi (IST) with the Swiss Ephemeris + Lahiri ayanamsa.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next Masik Durgashtami?+
The next Masik Durgashtami is Masik Durgashtami (Kartika) on Tuesday, 17 November 2026, tithi 17 Nov 4:20 AM to 18 Nov 6:05 AM (New Delhi). After that: Thursday, 17 December 2026; Saturday, 16 January 2027.
How many Masik Durgashtami are in 2026?+
There are 12 Masik Durgashtami in 2026 for the Delhi region — one each lunar month on the Shukla Ashtami.
How is it related to Navratri's Durga Ashtami?+
The Shukla Ashtami of Ashwina, falling inside Sharad Navratri, is the annual Maha Ashtami; the monthly Durgashtamis carry the same devotion through the year.
How is the vrat kept?+
Devotees fast for the day, worship Durga with flowers and lamps, and recite the Durga Saptashati or Durga Chalisa. Some offer kanya pujan on the annual Ashtami.
What is the significance?+
The Ashtami tithi is held sacred to the Shakti principle; the vrat is kept for protection, strength and the removal of fear — matters of faith and tradition.