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.

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