Kettai Nakshatra Timings & Dates Calendar
Note: Kettai Nakshatra Timings given below is in Indian Standard Time (IST). - Kettai Natchathiram Timings based on Tamil Panchangam.
Current Nakshatra Timing
28 June 2026 - Sunday - Kettai Nakshatra
Time: 12.12 am (28-6-2026) to 2.47 am (29-6-2026)
Time: 12.12 am (28-6-2026) to 2.47 am (29-6-2026)
Timings in Detail:
- Kettai Natchathiram starts at 12.12 am IST (soon after Midnight on start of Sunday - 28 June 2026)
- Kettai Natchathiram ends at 2.47 am IST (on Monday very early Morning - 29 June 2026)
Tamil Month: June 28th is Aani Maasam 14th Day (Sunday)
- Kettai Natchathiram ends at 2.47 am IST (on Monday very early Morning - 29 June 2026)
Tamil Month: June 28th is Aani Maasam 14th Day (Sunday)
Next Kettai Nakshatra Dates
| Date & Day | Timing Details | Tamil Month |
|---|---|---|
| 25 July 2026 Saturday |
Timing: 7.27 am (25-7-2026) to 10.00 am (26-7-2026) | Aadi |
| 22 August 2026 Saturday |
Timing: 2.38 pm (21-8-2026) to 5.10 pm (22-8-2026) | Aavani |
| 18 September 2026 Friday |
Kettai Natchathiram | Purattasi |
| 15 October 2026 Thursday |
Kettai Nakshatra | Purattasi |
| 12 November 2026 Thursday |
Kettai Nakshatra | Aippasi |
| 9 December 2026 Wednesday |
Kettai Natchathiram | Karthigai |
| 5 January 2027 Tuesday |
Kettai Nakshatra | Margazhi |
| 1 February 2027 Monday |
Kettai Natchathiram | Thai |
| 1 March 2027 Monday |
Kettai Nakshatra | Masi |
| 28 March 2027 Sunday |
Kettai Natchathiram | Panguni |
| 24 April 2027 Saturday |
Kettai Natchathiram | Chithirai |
| 22 May 2027 Saturday |
Kettai Nakshatra | Vaikasi |
| 18 June 2027 Friday |
Kettai Natchathiram | Aani |
| 15 July 2027 Thursday |
Kettai Natchathiram | Aani |
Nomenclature & Significance:
- 'Kettai' is the name of one of the 27 Nakshatras. It is also called as 'Jyeshtha / Thrikketta' Nakshatra
- There will be 13 to 14 Kettai Nakshatram Days in a Year.
- There will be 13 to 14 Kettai Nakshatram Days in a Year.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the precise start and end times for Kettai Nakshatra on 28 June 2026?
Kettai Natchathiram starts at 12.12 am IST soon after Midnight on the start of Sunday (28 June 2026) and ends at 2.47 am IST on Monday very early Morning (29 June 2026).
Which Tamil month date aligns with June 28th, 2026?
June 28th, 2026 corresponds to the 14th Day of the Tamil month Aani Maasam (Sunday).
What are the alternate names for Kettai Nakshatra?
'Kettai' is one of the 27 traditional Vedic Nakshatras and is also commonly referred to as 'Jyeshtha' or 'Thrikketta' Nakshatra.
How many times does Kettai Nakshatram occur in a single year?
There are typically 13 to 14 Kettai Nakshatram days observed over the course of a calendar year.
Disclaimer: The dates, timings, and alignment data provided above are compiled based on traditional Tamil Panchangam systems for Indian Standard Time (IST). Exact start and entry points of a cosmic Nakshatra can slightly deviate due to geographic coordinates or specific tracking variations used by different regional almanacs. Devotees are encouraged to cross-verify specific event hours with local temples or family astrologers before planning religious events.