Purnima Vrat 2026: August 27 Date, Tithi Timings, Puja Rituals and Significance

Purnima Vrat will be observed on August 27, 2026, with devotees observing a fast and offering prayers to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. Check the tithi, puja rituals and significance.

Purnima Vrat Date

Purnima Vrat will be observed on Thursday, August 27, 2026, according to the Hindu lunar calendar. Purnima marks the full moon and the concluding day of Shukla Paksha in the lunar month.

Devotees traditionally observe the day through fasting, prayers and religious activities. Worship of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva is common, while some families also perform Satyanarayan Puja on Purnima.

Purnima Tithi Timings

According to the Ujjain-based timings provided, the Purnima Tithi begins at 9:09 AM on August 27 and ends at 9:48 AM on August 28.

The key astronomical timings for Ujjain on August 27 are:

• Purnima Tithi begins: 9:09 AM, August 27
• Purnima Tithi ends: 9:48 AM, August 28
• Sunrise: 6:11 AM
• Sunset: 6:45 PM
• Moonrise: 6:22 PM
• Moonset: 6:02 AM

As tithi timings are location-specific, devotees should check their local Panchang for the precise fasting and puja schedule.

Religious Significance

Purnima holds an important place in Hindu religious traditions. The full moon day is considered suitable for prayers, meditation, fasting, charity and other spiritual practices.

Devotees observe Purnima Vrat as an expression of devotion and discipline. Many believe that sincere prayers and charitable acts performed on the day help seek divine blessings and spiritual well-being.

Purnima Vrat Rituals

Devotees observing the vrat generally begin the day with an early bath and prayers. Depending on family tradition, the fast may be observed completely or with permitted foods.

Before the puja, devotees clean the worship area, light a lamp and offer flowers, fruits and other traditional items to the chosen deity. Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva are commonly worshipped.

Some devotees also conduct Satyanarayan Puja, particularly during the full moon. Religious recitations, meditation and chanting may also form part of the day's observance.

How Fast Is Observed

The method of fasting varies according to individual and regional traditions. Some devotees observe a strict fast, while others consume fruits, milk or specific fasting foods.

The vrat is generally concluded after the prescribed prayers and puja. Devotees may then consume Prasad as part of the traditional conclusion of the observance.

There is no single fasting practice followed by all Hindu communities, so readers should follow their family tradition or seek guidance from their local religious authority.

Purnima Dates In 2026

The Purnima dates listed for 2026 are:

• January 3
• February 1
• March 3
• April 1
• May 1
• May 30
• June 29
• July 29
• August 27
• September 26
• October 25
• November 24
• December 23

The two Purnima dates in May reflect the way lunar tithis can occur within the Gregorian calendar.

Location Affects Timings

Purnima Tithi and other Panchang timings are calculated using astronomical data and can vary by location. The timings mentioned above are specifically based on Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh.

Devotees in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru or other cities should therefore check their local Panchang before determining the exact timing of fasting, puja or related rituals.

Note: Religious practices, fasting rules and puja timings can vary according to regional traditions and individual family customs. The timings in this article are based on the supplied Ujjain reference.