Nirjala Ekadashi निर्जला एकादशी

Most difficult Ekadashi fast — no food or water. Purifies all sins.

Next dateMonday, 14 June 2027In 224 days
Deity
Vishnu
Mantra
ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय

Why it matters

The most powerful Ekadashi of the year. Observing this single Ekadashi with a complete Nirjala fast is said to grant the combined merit of all 24 Ekadashis throughout the year.

Fasting

Nirjala — no food or water for 24 hours

Nirjala Ekadashi — Dates

  • Thursday, 25 June 20262026
  • Monday, 14 June 20272027
  • Saturday, 3 June 20282028
  • Friday, 22 June 20292029
  • Wednesday, 12 June 20302030

Dates are for India (IST). Tithi timings shift by location; the Tattva app works them out for your city.

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