Purnima date explained: Sharad Purnima today

Published 25 October 2026 at 7:02 am · 10 sources · 1000+ searches today

As of 25 October 2026, the answer to “पूर्णिमा कब की है” is: Sharad Purnima is being observed today, Sunday, October 25, in India. The Purnima tithi starts on October 25 at about 11:55 a.m. IST and ends on October 26 at about 9:41 a.m. IST, so the observance falls across the night of October 25–26.

Key facts

Sharad Purnima 2026 is on Sunday, October 25 in India.
Purnima tithi starts Oct 25, about 11:55 a.m. IST.
Purnima tithi ends Oct 26, about 9:41 a.m. IST.
Kojagara Puja / Kojagari Lakshmi Puja also falls on Oct 25.
Delhi Nishita worship period: about 11:39 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Why people are searching today

Reports also mention slightly different end times for the tithi, with some giving 9:41 a.m. and one NDTV report giving 9:11 a.m. IST.

That difference likely comes from different Panchang calculations or regional settings, so city-specific timing can vary.

What Sharad Purnima means

Because the observance happens at night, the practical ritual window is often more important than the calendar date alone.

In New Delhi, the reported Nishita worship period is approximately 11:39 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., spanning the night of October 25–26.

Key dates and timings

One report estimates Delhi’s moonrise at around 5 p.m. on October 25, showing why observance timings can be location-dependent.

For exact local puja timing, residents should check a city-specific Panchang rather than relying only on a national headline.

What to watch next

The central public-interest detail is the date, not just the moon phase: Sharad Purnima is being observed on October 25 in India.

If a local source gives a different evening muhurat, follow the city Panchang for your location.

Frequently asked

Is Purnima today or tomorrow in India?

As of 25 October 2026, Sharad Purnima is being observed today, Sunday, October 25, in India. The tithi continues into the morning of October 26.

Why do some people say Purnima is on October 26?

Because the Purnima tithi runs from October 25 at about 11:55 a.m. IST to October 26 at about 9:41 a.m. IST. The religious observance falls during the night of October 25–26.

What is the Delhi puja time for Sharad Purnima 2026?

In New Delhi, the reported Nishita worship period is about 11:39 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. This window spans the night of October 25–26.

What do people do on Kojagara Purnima?

Devotees traditionally worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Indra, stay awake at night, light lamps, and offer kheer. The festival is linked with the belief that Lakshmi blesses those who remain awake.

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