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Sarva Pitru Amavasya 2026: Know Correct Date, Shraadh Timings and Shanishchari Amavasya Benefits
- •Sarva Pitru Amavasya in 2026 falls on Saturday, October 10, due to the availability of Udayatithi and auspicious daytime Muhurtas.
- •The Amavasya tithi begins on Friday, October 9 at 09:35 PM and ends on Saturday, October 10 at 09:19 PM.
- •Kutup Muhurta is from 11:45 AM to 12:31 PM, Rauhin Muhurta from 12:31 PM to 01:18 PM, and Aparahna Kaal from 01:18 PM to 03:37 PM for performing tarpan and shraadh.
- •A rare combination of Shanishchari Amavasya is forming on this day, offering devotees a chance to worship Lord Shani and reduce the effects of Sade Sati and Dhaiyya.
Key Questions Answered
In 2026, Sarva Pitru Amavasya is observed on Saturday, October 10. Although the Amavasya tithi spans across both October 9 and October 10, the required daytime rituals such as Kutup and Rauhin Muhurta are available on October 10, which also marks the Udayatithi.
Tarpan and shraadh rituals on Sarva Pitru Amavasya are performed during the daytime using Kutup Muhurta, Rauhin Muhurta, and Aparahna Kaal. Specifically, Kutup Muhurta runs from 11:45 AM to 12:31 PM, Rauhin Muhurta from 12:31 PM to 01:18 PM, and Aparahna Kaal lasts from 01:18 PM to 03:37 PM.
A rare coincidence of Shanishchari Amavasya occurs on Sarva Pitru Amavasya 2026, where devotees can worship Lord Shani after bathing and donating. Worshipping the Shami tree, observing a fast, performing oil abhishek, and donating items like black sesame seeds and iron help alleviate sufferings from Sade Sati and Dhaiyya.
