Maha Shivratri 2026: Shubh Muhurat, Jalabhishek Timings, Puja Vidhi and Auspicious Yogas in India

Maha Shivratri 2026 will be celebrated across India with devotion. Check Jalabhishek timings, shubh muhurat, puja vidhi, yogas and significance.

Maha Shivratri 2026 will be celebrated with great enthusiasm across India, as millions of devotees prepare to worship Lord Shiva with deep faith and devotion. Temples and Shiv temples are expected to witness large gatherings as devotees perform Jalabhishek and observe fasting on this sacred day.

According to Hindu belief, Maha Shivratri marks the divine wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, which is believed to have taken place on the Krishna Chaturdashi of the Phalguna month. Therefore, this auspicious tithi is celebrated every year as Maha Shivratri.

Devotees observe fast, offer prayers, and perform night vigil (Jagran) seeking blessings for prosperity, happiness, and marital harmony.

Maha Shivratri 2026 Jalabhishek Shubh Muhurat

Morning Muhurat Timings

First Muhurat	8:24 AM to 9:48 AM
Second Muhurat	9:48 AM to 11:11 AM
Third Muhurat	11:11 AM to 12:35 PM
Fourth Muhurat	6:11 AM to 7:47 AM

Four Prahar Puja Timings on Maha Shivratri 2026

Prahar	Date	Start Time	End Time
First Prahar	February 15	6:11 PM	9:23 PM
Second Prahar	February 15	9:23 PM	12:35 AM
Third Prahar	February 16	12:35 AM	3:47 AM
Fourth Prahar	February 16	3:47 AM	6:59 AM

Worshipping during these prahars is believed to bring spiritual growth and divine blessings.

10 Auspicious Yogas on Maha Shivratri 2026

This year, Maha Shivratri 2026 is considered highly special due to the formation of 10 auspicious yogas.

From Shiv Yoga to Sarvartha Siddhi, Preeti, Ayushman, Saubhagya, Shobhan, Sadhya, Shukla, and Dhruva Yogas, several positive combinations will be active. Additionally, Vyatipat and Variyan Yogas will also occur on this sacred day.

Astrologers believe that worship during these yogas enhances spiritual merit and removes obstacles.

Four Major Rajyogas on Maha Shivratri 2026

Astrologically, four major Rajyogas will form in Aquarius (Kumbh Rashi):

• Budh and Surya conjunction forming Budhaditya Rajyoga
• Budh and Shukra conjunction forming Lakshmi Narayan Rajyoga
• Surya and Shukra conjunction forming Shukraditya Yoga
• Shani positioned in Aquarius forming Shash Mahapurush Rajyoga

In addition, the presence of Surya, Budh, Shukra, and Rahu together will create Chaturgrahi Yoga.

These planetary combinations are considered powerful for success, wealth, and progress.

Maha Shivratri Puja Samagri List

Devotees should arrange the following items for puja:

• Bel Patra
• Shami leaves
• Datura
• Bhaang
• Ghee lamp
• White flowers
• Chandan
• Roli
• Rice (Akshat)
• Betel nut
• Kalash
• Cloves and cardamom
• Sacred thread
• Coconut
• Fruits and sweets

Maha Shivratri 2026 Puja Vidhi

Follow this simple step-by-step puja method:

Wake up early and take a vow of fasting. Clean the puja area and place a wooden platform covered with red or yellow cloth. Spread rice and install an idol of Lord Shiva.

Draw a Swastika symbol on a clay or copper vessel. Fill it with water mixed with Gangajal. Add betel nut, coin, and turmeric knot inside it.

Light a ghee lamp and place a Shivling in front. Devotees can also prepare a clay Shivling at home.

Perform Abhishek with Gangajal and Panchamrit made of milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar while chanting “Om Namah Shivaya.”

Offer Bel Patra, Datura, Bhaang, Shami leaves, fruits, and flowers. Read the Maha Shivratri Katha and perform Aarti with camphor. Finally, offer sweets and distribute prasad.

Maha Shivratri Katha and Significance

According to one legend, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati were married on this sacred day. Therefore, fasting and night vigil bring blessings for marital happiness and fulfillment of desires.

Another popular story is linked to the Samudra Manthan episode. When gods and demons churned the ocean for nectar, deadly poison Halahal emerged first. To save the universe, Lord Shiva consumed the poison, which turned his throat blue. Hence, he is also known as Neelkanth.

Devotees believe that staying awake and chanting prayers on Maha Shivratri honors this divine sacrifice.

Why Maha Shivratri 2026 Is Spiritually Important

Maha Shivratri is not only a festival but also a night of spiritual awakening. Devotees seek inner transformation, removal of negativity, and divine blessings.

Because multiple auspicious yogas are forming this year, spiritual practitioners believe that sincere prayers can bring greater benefits.

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