Ashtami Vrat Date: Monday, 22 June 2026
According to the Hindu calendar, Durga Ashtami fast is observed every month on the Ashtami date of Shukla Paksha. On this day the devotees of Devi Durga worship her and observe a fast throughout the day. It has special significance in Hinduism, it is said that worshiping all forms of Maa Durga in a systematic way leads to the attainment of desired results. Monthly Durgashtami is also known as Maas Durgashtami or Monthly Durgashtami. Let us know about the importance and beliefs of this monthly Durga Ashtami fast:
Significance of Monthly Durga Ashtami Vrat
❀ In such a belief, Jagdamba Mata's blessings are obtained by observing the fast of Devi Durga on this day.
❀ All the troubles of the devotees are removed. Happiness comes in the house, happiness-prosperity, wealth-Lakshmi comes.
Monthly Durga Ashtami dates to be held in 2026:
Devotees also observe fast by worshiping Sharda Durga on the Ashtami date of Shukla Paksha. You can do Ashtami Puja at any time in the middle of the time of worship.
| Related Name | Durga Ashtami Vrat, Monthly Durga Ashtami Vrat |
| Begins Tithi | Shukla Ashtami |
| Reason | Favorite day of Maa Durga. |
| Celebrations | Fast, Bhajan/Kirtan, Prayers in Mata Temple. |
शुक्ल पक्ष की अष्टमी तिथि को दुर्गा अष्टमी का व्रत किया जाता है। इस दिन देवी दुर्गा के भक्त उनकी पूजा करते हैं और पूरे दिन उपवास रखते हैं।
Durga Ashtami Puja Method
❀ On the day of Durga Ashtami, wake up in the morning, pour Gangajal and take a bath.
❀ Take wooden lessons and spread red cloth on it.
❀ Then chanting the mantra of Maa Durga, install her statue or photo.
❀ Worship all the forms of Maa Durga with red or udhal flowers, vermilion, akshat, naivedya, vermilion, fruits, sweets etc.
❀ Then recite Durga Chalisa by lighting incense-lamps and do not forget to do aarti too.
❀ After this join hands and place your wishes in front of them.
Related Information
Next Dates(2026)
22 June 202621 July 202620 August 202619 September 202619 October 202617 November 202617 December 2026
Begins Tithi
Shukla Ashtami
Months
Shukla Ashtami of Every Month
Reason
Favorite day of Maa Durga.
Celebrations
Fast, Bhajan/Kirtan, Prayers in Mata Temple.
Imp Places
Shaktipeeth Temple, Mata Temple, Vaishno Dham, Kalibari.
Past Dates
Adhika Maas Ashtami Vrat : 23 May 2026, Vaishakh Ashtami Vrat : 24 April 2026, Chaitra Ashtami Vrat : 26 March 2026, Falgun Ashtami Vrat : 24 February 2026, Magh Ashtami Vrat : 26 January 2026, Paush Ashtami Vrat : 28 December 2025
Updated: Dec 29, 2025 15:56 PM
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Jyeshtha Ashtami Vrat 2026 Dates
| Festival | Date |
|---|
| Jyeshtha Ashtami Vrat | 22 June 2026 |
| Ashadh Ashtami Vrat | 21 July 2026 |
| Shravan Ashtami Vrat | 20 August 2026 |
| Bhadrapada Ashtami Vrat | 19 September 2026 |
| Ashwin Ashtami Vrat | 19 October 2026 |
| Kartik Ashtami Vrat | 17 November 2026 |
| Margashirsha Ashtami Vrat | 17 December 2026 |