Ekadashi Vrat 2026: Complete Calendar, Dates, Parana & Significance

Authentic guide to all 24 Ekadashi Vrats in 2026. Discover exact fasting timings, Parana muhurat, Vishnu puja rituals, benefits, and puranic Katha.

Lord Vishnu and Ekadashi Devotion

Ekadashi (the 11th lunar day of each lunar fortnight) is deeply sacred to Lord Sri Hari Vishnu. Observing Ekadashi fasting purifies physical toxins, burns accumulated negative karma, and elevates spiritual devotion, paving the path toward moksha.

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Nirjala Ekadashi 2026

Nirjala Ekadashi 2026

Nirjala Ekadashi occurs on Thursday, June 25, 2026 (Jyeshtha month, Shukla Paksha) with Parana time on Dwadashi at 05:28 AM to 08:14 AM (Jun 26).

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Devshayani Ekadashi (Ashadhi) 2026

Devshayani Ekadashi (Ashadhi) 2026

Devshayani Ekadashi (Ashadhi) occurs on Saturday, July 25, 2026 (Ashadha month, Shukla Paksha) with Parana time on Dwadashi at 05:40 AM to 08:22 AM (Jul 26).

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Devutthana Ekadashi (Prabodhini) 2026

Devutthana Ekadashi (Prabodhini) 2026

Devutthana Ekadashi (Prabodhini) occurs on Friday, November 20, 2026 (Kartika month, Shukla Paksha) with Parana time on Dwadashi at 06:50 AM to 08:58 AM (Nov 21).

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Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Mokshada) 2026

Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Mokshada) 2026

Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Mokshada) occurs on Sunday, December 20, 2026 (Margashirsha month, Shukla Paksha) with Parana time on Dwadashi at 07:10 AM to 09:15 AM (Dec 21).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Parana is the sacred act of breaking the Ekadashi fast. It must strictly be completed on Dwadashi tithi before sunset and after Harivasara concludes to receive full vrat merits.

According to puranic lore, negative sins and demonic energies (Papa Purusha) sought refuge in grains on Ekadashi; biologically, abstaining from grains gives digestion complete rest.

Yes, those unable to observe complete waterless (Nirjala) fasting can observe Phalahar (consuming fruits, milk, nuts, water, and buckwheat/samak rice).