Ekadashi 2026 · Shukla paksha · Magha
Jaya Ekadashi 2026
Thursday, 29 January 2026 (passed)
Also known as Bhishma Ekadashi
Tithi begins: Wed 28 Jan, 4:36 PM IST
Tithi ends: Thu 29 Jan, 1:56 PM IST
Parana (break the fast): Fri 30 Jan, 7:10 AM to 11:10 AM IST
About Jaya Ekadashi
Jaya means "victory". It is also called Bhishma Ekadashi, remembered for the Vishnu Sahasranama taught by Bhishma, and is observed for protection and inner victory.
How it is observed
- Grains (rice, wheat, pulses) and beans are traditionally avoided; fruit, milk, nuts, sabudana and kuttu are common.
- Many avoid onion, garlic, meat and alcohol, and keep the day for prayer, japa and reading scripture.
- The fast is broken the next morning (Parana) within the Parana window, after sunrise and before Dwadashi ends.
- If you cannot fast fully, a simple fruit-and-milk day or a sincere partial fast is widely accepted. Elders, children, the unwell and pregnant women are traditionally excused from strict fasting.
Traditional observance and faith, not a guarantee or advice. Follow your own family or temple custom where it differs.
More Ekadashi dates
Computed from NASA JPL DE421 Sun and Moon positions, Delhi sunrise. Other cities can differ by a day; confirm with your local temple or priest.
Frequently asked questions
When is Jaya Ekadashi in 2026?
Jaya Ekadashi 2026 falls on Thursday, 29 January 2026. The Ekadashi tithi begins Wed 28 Jan, 4:36 PM IST and ends Thu 29 Jan, 1:56 PM IST.
What is the Parana time for Jaya Ekadashi 2026?
Break the fast on Friday, 30 January between 7:10 AM and 11:10 AM IST, after sunrise and before Dwadashi ends.
What is Jaya Ekadashi?
Jaya means "victory". It is also called Bhishma Ekadashi, remembered for the Vishnu Sahasranama taught by Bhishma, and is observed for protection and inner victory.
Which month and paksha is Jaya Ekadashi?
It falls in the Shukla paksha of Magha (Shukla paksha of Magha).
What are the rules of the Ekadashi fast?
Grains (rice, wheat, pulses) and beans are traditionally avoided; fruit, milk, nuts, sabudana and kuttu are common. Many avoid onion, garlic, meat and alcohol, and keep the day for prayer, japa and reading scripture.
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