Ratha Saptami रथ सप्तमी
Sun God Surya\'s birthday. Marks the sun\'s northward journey and harvest.
Next dateSaturday, 13 February 2027In 103 days
- Deity
- Surya
- Mantra
- ॐ सूर्याय नमः
Why it matters
Celebrated as Surya Jayanti — the birth of the Sun God. The sun is believed to ride his chariot drawn by seven horses. Taking a holy bath before sunrise on this day is said to cure all diseases and grant good health.
Ratha Saptami — Dates
- Sunday, 25 January 20262026
- Saturday, 13 February 20272027
- Thursday, 3 February 20282028
- Monday, 22 January 20292029
- Saturday, 9 February 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.
