Masik Shivaratri Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Masik Shivaratri is the monthly Shivaratri observed on the Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of every month. Devotees fast and worship Shiva at night for his blessings.
Masik Shivaratri Mythology & Legend
According to the Shiva Purana, the night of Chaturdashi is sacred to Shiva. Monthly observance is said to please him and remove obstacles. The great Maha Shivaratri is the most significant of these monthly nights.
Masik Shivaratri Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- Observe a full-day or fruit-and-milk fast until the next morning.
- Offer bilva leaves, milk, honey, and flowers to the Shiva Lingam.
- Chant Om Namah Shivaya; perform four prahars of puja if possible.
- Keep vigil at night; break the fast after sunrise.
Masik Shivaratri Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ नमः शिवाय
oṃ namaḥ śivāya
Salutations to Shiva
Masik Shivaratri Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Fruits
- ●Milk
- ●No grains during fast
Masik Shivaratri Regional Celebrations across India
Pan-India(मासिक शिवरात्रि)
Monthly Chaturdashi vrat
South India(மாசிக சிவராத்திரி)
Pradosham link
Masik Shivaratri Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Fast and worship Shiva
- ✓Offer bilva
- ✓Chant mantras
- ✓Keep vigil
Don'ts
- ✗Do not eat grains
- ✗Avoid sleep at night
- ✗Do not skip puja
Masik Shivaratri — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Masik Shivaratri?
- Masik Shivaratri is the monthly Shivaratri observed on the Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of every month.
- When is Masik Shivaratri 2026?
- In 2026, Masik Shivaratri falls on ಭಾನುವಾರ, ಜೂನ್ 14, 2026.
- What are the Masik Shivaratri puja rituals?
- Observe a full-day or fruit-and-milk fast until the next morning.; Offer bilva leaves, milk, honey, and flowers to the Shiva Lingam.; Chant Om Namah Shivaya; perform four prahars of puja if possible.; Keep vigil at night; break the fast after sunrise.
- What to eat on Masik Shivaratri?
- Fruits, Milk, No grains during fast
- What should you do on Masik Shivaratri?
- Fast and worship Shiva; Offer bilva; Chant mantras
- What should you avoid on Masik Shivaratri?
- Do not eat grains; Avoid sleep at night; Do not skip puja
- Which deity is worshipped on Masik Shivaratri?
- Masik Shivaratri is dedicated to Shiva.
Upcoming Masik Shivaratri Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Masik Shivaratri 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 14,2026 | ಭಾನುವಾರ | 04:03 am | — |
| ಜುಲೈ 13,2026 | ಸೋಮವಾರ | 03:50 am | — |
| ಆಗ 11,2026 | ಮಂಗಳವಾರ | 03:51 am | — |
| ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂ 10,2026 | ಗುರುವಾರ | 04:59 am | — |
| ಅಕ್ಟೋ 9,2026 | ಶುಕ್ರವಾರ | 04:49 am | — |
| ನವೆಂ 8,2026 | ಭಾನುವಾರ | 05:36 am | — |
| ಡಿಸೆಂ 7,2026 | ಸೋಮವಾರ | 05:26 am | — |
| ಜನ 6,2027 | ಬುಧವಾರ | 06:07 am | — |
| ಫೆಬ್ರ 5,2027 | ಶುಕ್ರವಾರ | 06:16 am | — |
| ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 7,2027 | ಭಾನುವಾರ | 05:55 am | — |
| ಏಪ್ರಿ 5,2027 | ಸೋಮವಾರ | 04:53 am | — |
| ಮೇ 5,2027 | ಬುಧವಾರ | 04:25 am | — |
| ಜುಲೈ 3,2027 | ಶನಿವಾರ | 04:07 am | — |
| ಆಗ 1,2027 | ಭಾನುವಾರ | 04:04 am | — |
| ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂ 29,2027 | ಬುಧವಾರ | 05:09 am | — |