Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 - Tithi Date and Time

Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Ganeshotsav puja. This is a prominent Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha. This festival typically lasts for 10 days and is observed with great enthusiasm, especially in the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.

Date Time and Tithi

• Date: Monday, 14 September 2026 
• Begins: 7:06 AM on 14 September 
• Ends: 7:44 AM on 15 September
• Nakshatras: The Hasta Nakshatra and Chitra Nakshatra

 The most favorable period for Ganesh Puja, called the Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat, falls between 11:02 AM and 1:30 PM on September 14, 2026, though exact timings may vary slightly depending on your location.

Benefits

Ganesh Chaturthi marks the arrival of Lord Ganesha on Earth from Mount Kailash with his mother, Goddess Parvati. Devotees believe that worshipping him during this time brings prosperity and good fortune and helps in overcoming challenges.

Rituals

The festival begins with the installation of a clay idol of Ganesha in homes or public spaces on elaborate temporary structures called Pooja Mandap. The idol is then worshipped daily with prayers, hymns, and offerings. A special sweet dish called modak, believed to be Ganesha's favourite, is a central part of the offerings.