Ekadashi is one of most sacred fasting days observed by Hindus. It falls on 11th day (Ekadashi tithi) of both waxing (Shukla Paksha) and waning (Krishna Paksha) phases of moon. Devotees observe this day with fasting, prayers, and devotion to Lord Vishnu.
Ekadashi in 2026 List
Below is complete list of Ekadashi dates for the year 2026.
January 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 14 January 2026 |
Wednesday |
Shattila Ekadashi |
| 29 January 2026 |
Thursday |
Jaya Ekadashi |
February 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 13 February 2026 |
Friday |
Vijaya Ekadashi |
| 27 February 2026 |
Friday |
Amalaki Ekadashi |
March 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 15 March 2026 |
Sunday |
Papamochani Ekadashi |
| 29 March 2026 |
Sunday |
Kamada Ekadashi |
April 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 13 April 2026 |
Monday |
Varuthini Ekadashi |
| 27 April 2026 |
Monday |
Mohini Ekadashi |
May 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 13 May 2026 |
Wednesday |
Apara Ekadashi |
| 27 May 2026 |
Wednesday |
Padmini Ekadashi |
June 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 11 June 2026 |
Thursday |
Parama Ekadashi |
| 25 June 2026 |
Thursday |
Nirjala Ekadashi |
July 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 10 July 2026 |
Friday |
Yogini Ekadashi |
| 25 July 2026 |
Saturday |
Devshayani Ekadashi |
August 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 9 August 2026 |
Sunday |
Kamika Ekadashi |
| 23 August 2026 |
Sunday |
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi |
September 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 7 September 2026 |
Monday |
Aja Ekadashi |
| 22 September 2026 |
Tuesday |
Parsva Ekadashi |
October 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 6 October 2026 |
Tuesday |
Indira Ekadashi |
| 22 October 2026 |
Thursday |
Papankusha Ekadashi |
November 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 5 November 2026 |
Thursday |
Rama Ekadashi |
| 20 November 2026 |
Friday |
Devutthana Ekadashi |
December 2026
| Date |
Day |
Ekadashi |
| 4 December 2026 |
Friday |
Utpanna Ekadashi |
| 20 December 2026 |
Sunday |
Mokshada Ekadashi / Vaikuntha Ekadashi |
Importance of Ekadashi Fasting
Ekadashi fasting has both spiritual and health benefits.
- Spiritual Benefits
Devotees believe that fasting on Ekadashi helps remove sins and bring divine blessings.
- Mental Peace
Prayer and meditation on this day help calm the mind and improve concentration.
- Discipline
Regular fasting helps develop discipline and control over desires.
- Health Benefits
Light fasting may help detoxify the body and improve digestion.
How to Observe Ekadashi Fast
List of Popular Ekadashi in 2026
Some Ekadashi days are considered especially important.
- Nirjala Ekadashi – Most powerful Ekadashi fast.
- Devshayani Ekadashi – Marks beginning of Lord Vishnu's cosmic sleep.
- Devutthana Ekadashi – Marks end of Vishnu’s sleep and start of wedding season.
- Vaikuntha Ekadashi – One of most sacred Ekadashi days.
Read: Sankashti Chaturthi Dates 2026 List
