Maha Shivratri 2027: date and muhurat

महाशिवरात्रि 2027

New Delhi, Delhi · IST

Maha Shivratri 2027 is on 6 March 2027, Saturday.

Nishita kaal puja: 12:07 AM (7 Mar) – 12:56 AM (7 Mar)
Krishna Chaturdashi: 12:04 PM to 1:46 PM (7 Mar)

What it is and how it is observed

Maha Shivratri, the great night of Shiva, falls on the Krishna Chaturdashi of Magha. Devotees fast, offer water, milk and bel leaves on the Shivling, chant Om Namah Shivaya and keep vigil through the four prahars of the night; the Nishita kaal puja around midnight is the most important.

How the date is fixed

Magha (amanta) Krishna Chaturdashi: tithi prevailing at Nishita kaal (midnight).

Frequently asked questions

When is Maha Shivratri 2027?

Maha Shivratri 2027 is on Saturday, 6 March 2027.

What is the Maha Shivratri 2027 puja muhurat?

For New Delhi - Nishita kaal puja: 12:07 AM (7 Mar) – 12:56 AM (7 Mar). Timings vary by city by a few minutes; check the Panchang for your city.

Why is Maha Shivratri 2027 observed on 6 Mar?

The date follows the rule: Magha (amanta) Krishna Chaturdashi: tithi prevailing at Nishita kaal (midnight). In 2027 that is 6 March 2027, Saturday (New Delhi).

Timings vary by city. Every time here is for New Delhi's sunrise, sunset and moonrise; in another city they shift by a few minutes and occasionally the date does too. Dates follow Drik Panchang's Smarta (default) reckoning. Check the Panchang for your own city.

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