When is Diwali Lakshmi Puja muhurat in 2026?

Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) falls on 8 November 2026. The main puja window is Pradosh Kaal after local sunset while Amavasya tithi prevails — see the city table on this page.

What is Pradosh Kaal for Laxmi Puja?

Pradosh Kaal is the twilight period beginning at sunset. For Diwali Lakshmi Puja, households traditionally light lamps and perform puja during this window, adjusted for each city's sunset.

Is Diwali on the same date in every city?

The civil date is shared across India, but exact sunset and Pradosh timings differ by longitude and latitude. Use the city-wise table for local muhurat.

Deepavali · 8 November 2026

Diwali Lakshmi Puja Muhurat 2026

Diwali Lakshmi Puja falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026. In Delhi, Pradosh Kaal runs approximately 11:33 AM – 1:03 PM after sunset.

City-wise Pradosh Kaal timings

City	Sunset	Pradosh Kaal
Delhi	11:33 AM	11:33 AM – 1:03 PM
Mumbai	12:03 PM	12:03 PM – 1:33 PM
Bangalore	11:52 AM	11:52 AM – 1:22 PM
Chennai	11:41 AM	11:41 AM – 1:11 PM
Kolkata	10:57 AM	10:57 AM – 12:27 PM
Hyderabad	11:43 AM	11:43 AM – 1:13 PM
Ahmedabad	11:59 AM	11:59 AM – 1:29 PM
Pune	12:00 PM	12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

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Diwali Lakshmi Puja Muhurat 2026

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