Maha Shivaratri महा शिवरात्रि
The Great Night of Lord Shiva. Based on Krishna Chaturdashi present during Nishita Kala.
Next dateSaturday, 6 March 2027In 124 days
- Deity
- Shiva
- Mantra
- ॐ नमः शिवाय
How it is observed
Offering Bilva leaves, night-long vigil
Fasting
Nirjala or Phalahar fast
For your practice
Third eye meditation, 108 rounds of Om Namah Shivaya
Maha Shivaratri — Dates
- Sunday, 15 February 20262026
- Saturday, 6 March 20272027
- Wednesday, 23 February 20282028
- Sunday, 11 February 20292029
- Saturday, 2 March 20302030
Dates are for India (IST). Tithi timings shift by location; the Tattva app works them out for your city.
Get a reminder before it comes
Tattva reminds you the day before, shows the day’s panchang and has the puja and mantra ready.
Greeting cards in Hindi and English are on your home screen a week before.