AstrologgerWhen is the next Sankashti Chaturthi?
Next Sankashti Chaturthi: Friday, 27 November 2026 (Ganadhipa Sankashti) — tithi 27 Nov 9:49 AM to 28 Nov 6:40 AM (New Delhi).
Sankashti Chaturthi is the 4th tithi of the waning fortnight, dedicated to Ganesha, when devotees fast until moonrise. The moonrise (chandrodaya) time is essential — it is when the fast is broken — and is given for New Delhi below. Magha’s Sankashti is Sakat Chauth.
The next 3 Sankashti Chaturthi dates
| Date | Name | Tithi window | Moonrise (chandrodaya) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, 27 November 2026 | Ganadhipa Sankashti | 27 Nov 9:49 AM to 28 Nov 6:40 AM | 27 Nov, 8:17 PM |
| Saturday, 26 December 2026 | Akhuratha Sankashti | 26 Dec 8:05 PM to 27 Dec 5:13 PM | 26 Dec, 8:18 PM |
| Monday, 25 January 2027 | Sakat Chauth (Lambodara) | 25 Jan 8:11 AM to 26 Jan 6:01 AM | 25 Jan, 9:16 PM |
All dates & times computed for New Delhi (IST) with the Swiss Ephemeris + Lahiri ayanamsa.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next Sankashti Chaturthi?+
The next Sankashti Chaturthi is Ganadhipa Sankashti on Friday, 27 November 2026, tithi 27 Nov 9:49 AM to 28 Nov 6:40 AM (New Delhi). After that: Saturday, 26 December 2026; Monday, 25 January 2027.
How many Sankashti Chaturthi are in 2026?+
There are 13 Sankashti Chaturthi in 2026 for the Delhi region — one in each lunar month.
Why is the moonrise time important?+
The Sankashti fast is broken only after sighting the moon, so the moonrise (chandrodaya) time decides when you can eat. Each date below shows the Delhi moonrise.
What is Sakat Chauth?+
The Sankashti Chaturthi in the month of Magha is called Sakat Chauth (or Lambodara Sankashti), especially observed by mothers for their children’s wellbeing.
What is Angarki Sankashti Chaturthi?+
When Sankashti Chaturthi falls on a Tuesday it is called Angarki Chaturthi, regarded as especially powerful for Ganesha worship — a single Angarki is said to equal the merit of many. It occurs only once or twice a year.