Ashtami & Navami Tithi Timings & Dates Calendar
Note: Ashtami & Navami Tithi Timings given below are in Indian Standard Time (IST). These calculations are generated via the traditional Tamil Panchangam template system.
*Depending on regional astronomical calculations, local variations for Masik Kalashtami & Masik Durgashtami might be observed one day earlier or later than the dates mentioned below.
*Depending on regional astronomical calculations, local variations for Masik Kalashtami & Masik Durgashtami might be observed one day earlier or later than the dates mentioned below.
Current Month Detailed Tithi Timings
June 2026 - Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) Cycle
8 June 2026 (Monday) - Ashtami Tithi (Masik Kalashtami)
Time: 11.18 pm (7-6-2026) to 10.46 pm (8-6-2026)
• Starts: 11.18 pm IST on Sunday Night (7-June-2026)
• Ends: 10.46 pm IST on Monday Night (8-June-2026)
Time: 11.18 pm (7-6-2026) to 10.46 pm (8-6-2026)
• Starts: 11.18 pm IST on Sunday Night (7-June-2026)
• Ends: 10.46 pm IST on Monday Night (8-June-2026)
9 June 2026 (Tuesday) - Navami Tithi
Time: 10.46 pm (8-6-2026) to 9.46 pm (9-6-2026)
• Starts: 10.46 pm IST on Monday Night (8-June-2026)
• Ends: 9.46 pm IST on Tuesday Night (9-June-2026)
*Krishna Paksha signifies the dark fortnight (waning phase) that arrives directly after the Full Moon (Pournami).
Time: 10.46 pm (8-6-2026) to 9.46 pm (9-6-2026)
• Starts: 10.46 pm IST on Monday Night (8-June-2026)
• Ends: 9.46 pm IST on Tuesday Night (9-June-2026)
June 2026 - Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) Cycle
22 June 2026 (Monday) - Ashtami Tithi (Masik Durgashtami)
Time: 9.07 pm (21-6-2026) to 8.51 pm (22-6-2026)
• Starts: 9.07 pm IST on Sunday Night (21-June-2026)
• Ends: 8.51 pm IST on Monday Night (22-June-2026)
Time: 9.07 pm (21-6-2026) to 8.51 pm (22-6-2026)
• Starts: 9.07 pm IST on Sunday Night (21-June-2026)
• Ends: 8.51 pm IST on Monday Night (22-June-2026)
23 June 2026 (Tuesday) - Navami Tithi
Time: 8.51 pm (22-6-2026) to 9.04 pm (23-6-2026)
• Starts: 8.51 pm IST on Monday Night (22-June-2026)
• Ends: 9.04 pm IST on Tuesday Night (23-June-2026)
*Shukla Paksha signifies the bright fortnight (waxing phase) that arrives directly after the New Moon (Amavasya).
Time: 8.51 pm (22-6-2026) to 9.04 pm (23-6-2026)
• Starts: 8.51 pm IST on Monday Night (22-June-2026)
• Ends: 9.04 pm IST on Tuesday Night (23-June-2026)
Next Ashtami & Navami Dates Calendar (2026 - 2027)
| Ashtami Date & Day | Navami Date & Day | Cycle Phase & Auspicious Festivals |
|---|---|---|
| 7 July 2026 Tuesday |
8 July 2026 Wednesday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 21 July 2026 Tuesday |
22 July 2026 Wednesday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
| 6 August 2026 Thursday |
7 August 2026 Friday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 20 August 2026 Thursday |
21 August 2026 Friday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
| 4 Sept 2026 Friday |
5 Sept 2026 Saturday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) 🌟 JANMASTHAMI (Sri Krishna Jayanthi Celebrations) |
| 19 September 2026 Saturday |
20 September 2026 Sunday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
| 3 October 2026 Saturday |
4 October 2026 Sunday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 18 October 2026 Sunday |
20 October 2026 Tuesday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) 🔱 NAVRAMI FESTIVAL Oct 18: Durgashtami Oct 20: Maha Navami (Note: One day gap inside Sringeri tracking metrics) |
| 2 November 2026 Monday |
3 November 2026 Tuesday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 17 November 2026 Tuesday |
18 November 2026 Wednesday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
| 1 December 2026 Tuesday |
2 December 2026 Wednesday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 17 December 2026 Thursday |
18 December 2026 Friday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
| 31 December 2026 Thursday |
1 January 2027 Friday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) 💀 KALABHAIRAVA ASHTAMI |
| 15 January 2027 Friday |
16 January 2027 Saturday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
| 29 January 2027 Friday |
30 January 2027 Saturday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 14 February 2027 Sunday |
15 February 2027 Monday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
| 28 February 2027 Sunday |
1 March 2027 Monday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 15 March 2027 Monday |
16 March 2027 Tuesday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
| 30 March 2027 Tuesday |
31 March 2027 Wednesday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 14 April 2027 Wednesday |
15 April 2027 Thursday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) 🏹 SRI RAMA NAVAMI Observed on Thursday, 15 April 2027 |
| 29 April 2027 Thursday |
30 April 2027 Friday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 13 May 2027 Thursday |
14 May 2027 Friday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
| 28 May 2027 Friday |
29 May 2027 Saturday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 11 June 2027 Friday |
12 June 2027 Saturday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
| 27 June 2027 Sunday |
28 June 2027 Monday |
Krishna Paksha (Theipirai) |
| 11 July 2027 Sunday |
12 July 2027 Monday |
Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai) |
Nomenclature & Significance
• Ashtami Tithi: Represents the 8th lunar day computed directly from the New Moon (Amavasya) or the Full Moon (Pournami).
• Navami Tithi: Represents the 9th lunar day computed directly from the New Moon (Amavasya) or the Full Moon (Pournami).
• Krishna Paksha (Theipirai): The waning fortnight phase where the visible light matrix of the moon starts decreasing daily.
• Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai): The waxing fortnight phase where the visible light matrix of the moon increases daily.
• Masik Terms & Pujas: The word Masik implies "monthly". On monthly Krishna Paksha Ashtami (Kalashtami), special energetic pujas are offered to Lord Kalabhairava. During Shukla Paksha Ashtami, Masik Durgashtami is observed.
• Major Incarnation Days: Supreme celestial avatars occurred on these specific tithis; Lord Krishna appeared on Janmashtami (Krishna Paksha Ashtami), while Lord Rama manifested on Rama Navami (Shukla Paksha Navami).
• Navami Tithi: Represents the 9th lunar day computed directly from the New Moon (Amavasya) or the Full Moon (Pournami).
• Krishna Paksha (Theipirai): The waning fortnight phase where the visible light matrix of the moon starts decreasing daily.
• Shukla Paksha (Valarpirai): The waxing fortnight phase where the visible light matrix of the moon increases daily.
• Masik Terms & Pujas: The word Masik implies "monthly". On monthly Krishna Paksha Ashtami (Kalashtami), special energetic pujas are offered to Lord Kalabhairava. During Shukla Paksha Ashtami, Masik Durgashtami is observed.
• Major Incarnation Days: Supreme celestial avatars occurred on these specific tithis; Lord Krishna appeared on Janmashtami (Krishna Paksha Ashtami), while Lord Rama manifested on Rama Navami (Shukla Paksha Navami).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Janmashtami celebrated in 2026?
Sri Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated on 4 September 2026 (Friday) under the Krishna Paksha Ashtami cycle.
When do Navratri Durgashtami and Maha Navami fall in 2026?
Navratri Durgashtami is on 18 October 2026 (Sunday), and Maha Navami falls on 20 October 2026 (Tuesday).
What is the spiritual significance of Kalashtami?
Kalashtami happens every month during the waning moon phase (Theipirai) and is completely dedicated to seeking protection from Lord Kalabhairava.
When is Sri Rama Navami observed in 2027?
Sri Rama Navami is celebrated on 15 April 2027 (Thursday) during the bright waxing cycle (Shukla Paksha Navami).
Disclaimer: The lunar calendar indexes, transit markers, and solar festival configurations displayed across this framework are formatted using Panchangam calculation models evaluated in Indian Standard Time (IST). Exact observation slots may vary based on regional math scripts or sunset configurations.