Amavasya Vrat — ಮಹತ್ವ
Amavasya Vrat is observed on the new moon day. It is dedicated to ancestors (Pitrus). Fasting and shraddha/tarpan are performed for the peace of departed souls.
Amavasya Vrat — ಮಹತ್ವ
According to the Garuda Purana, Amavasya is favoured by the Pitrus. Offering tarpan and shraddha on this day is believed to satisfy ancestors and grant their blessings. Donating to the needy in their name is also meritorious.
Amavasya Vrat — ಪೂಜಾ ವಿಧಿ
- Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.
- Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.
- Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.
- Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.
Amavasya Vrat — ಮಂತ್ರಗಳು
ॐ पितृभ्यः नमः
oṃ pitṛbhyaḥ namaḥ
Salutations to the ancestors
Amavasya Vrat — ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯಿಕ ಆಹಾರ
- ●Sattvic meal after rituals
- ●No onion or garlic in some traditions
Amavasya Vrat — ಇತರ ಹೆಸರುಗಳು
Pan-India
Ancestor worship, tarpan
North India
Pitru tarpan, black sesame
Amavasya Vrat — ಮಾಡಬೇಕು / ಮಾಡಬಾರದು
ಮಾಡಬೇಕು
- ✓Perform tarpan and shraddha
- ✓Donate in ancestors' name
- ✓Observe fast
- ✓Respect elders
ಮಾಡಬಾರದು
- ✗Do not neglect ancestor rites
- ✗Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs
- ✗Do not disrespect the dead
Amavasya Vrat — FAQ
- Amavasya Vrat ಎಂದರೇನು?
- Amavasya Vrat is observed on the new moon day.
- Amavasya Vrat ಪೂಜಾ ವಿಧಿ ಏನು?
- Observe a partial or full fast; bathe in a sacred river if possible.; Perform tarpan (water offering) and shraddha for ancestors.; Donate food, clothes, or money to Brahmins or the needy in ancestors' name.; Chant Pitru mantras; offer black sesame and rice during tarpan.
- Amavasya Vrat ದಿನ ಏನು ತಿನ್ನಬೇಕು?
- Sattvic meal after rituals, No onion or garlic in some traditions
- Amavasya Vrat ದಿನ ಏನು ಮಾಡಬೇಕು?
- Perform tarpan and shraddha; Donate in ancestors' name; Observe fast
- Amavasya Vrat ದಿನ ಏನು ಮಾಡಬಾರದು?
- Do not neglect ancestor rites; Avoid starting auspicious work in some beliefs; Do not disrespect the dead
- Amavasya Vrat ದಿನ ಯಾವ ದೇವರನ್ನು ಪೂಜಿಸಬೇಕು?
- Amavasya Vrat Pitrusಗೆ ಅರ್ಪಿತ.
Upcoming Amavasya Vrat Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Amavasya Vrat is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| ಜೂನ್ 15,2026 | ಸೋಮವಾರ | 05:05 am | — |
| ಜುಲೈ 14,2026 | ಮಂಗಳವಾರ | 05:02 am | — |
| ಆಗ 12,2026 | ಬುಧವಾರ | 05:03 am | — |
| ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂ 11,2026 | ಶುಕ್ರವಾರ | 06:02 am | — |
| ಅಕ್ಟೋ 10,2026 | ಶನಿವಾರ | 05:49 am | — |
| ನವೆಂ 9,2026 | ಸೋಮವಾರ | 06:35 am | — |
| ಡಿಸೆಂ 8,2026 | ಮಂಗಳವಾರ | 06:24 am | — |
| ಜನ 7,2027 | ಗುರುವಾರ | 06:55 am | — |
| ಫೆಬ್ರ 6,2027 | ಶನಿವಾರ | 06:52 am | — |
| ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 8,2027 | ಸೋಮವಾರ | 06:24 am | — |
| ಏಪ್ರಿ 6,2027 | ಮಂಗಳವಾರ | 05:23 am | — |
| ಮೇ 6,2027 | ಗುರುವಾರ | 05:03 am | — |
| ಜೂನ್ 4,2027 | ಶುಕ್ರವಾರ | 04:26 am | — |
| ಜುಲೈ 4,2027 | ಭಾನುವಾರ | 05:17 am | — |
| ಆಗ 2,2027 | ಸೋಮವಾರ | 05:18 am | — |