Sankashti Chaturthi is one of the most important fasting days dedicated to Lord Ganesha. It is observed every month on the Krishna Paksha Chaturthi (4th day after Full Moon). Devotees believe that observing Sankashti Chaturthi vrat with devotion removes obstacles, brings peace, prosperity, and fulfils wishes.
What is Sankashti Chaturthi?
The word “Sankashti” means deliverance from troubles. On this day, devotees observe a strict fast from sunrise till moonrise and then break the fast after offering prayers to Lord Ganesha.
Each Sankashti Chaturthi is associated with a different form of Lord Ganesha, and listening to the Vrat Katha on this day is considered very auspicious.
Sankashti Chaturthi Dates 2026 – Month-Wise List
Below is the complete Sankashti Chaturthi dates 2026 list with Ganesh names and moonrise timings.
| Month | Date & Day | Sankashti Name | Moonrise Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6 January, Tuesday | Lambodara Sankashti (Sakat Chauth) | 08:54 PM |
| February | 5 February, Thursday | Dwijapriya Sankashti | 09:35 PM |
| March | 6 March, Friday | Bhalachandra Sankashti | 09:14 PM |
| April | 5 April, Sunday | Vikata Sankashti | 09:54 PM |
| May | 5 May, Tuesday | Ekadanta Sankashti | 10:30 PM |
| June | 3 June, Wednesday | Vibhuvana Sankashti | 09:59 PM |
| July | 3 July, Friday | Krishnapingala Sankashti | 09:48 PM |
| August | 2 August, Sunday | Gajanana Sankashti | 09:20 PM |
| August | 31 August, Monday | Heramba Sankashti | 08:25 PM |
| September | 29 September, Tuesday | Vighnaraja Sankashti | 07:39 PM |
| October | 29 October, Thursday | Vakratunda Sankashti | 08:11 PM |
| November | 27 November, Friday | Ganadhipa Sankashti | 08:12 PM |
| December | 26 December, Saturday | Akhuratha Sankashti | 08:13 PM |
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Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat Rules
- Wake up early and take a bath
- Observe nirjala vrat (without food) or phalahar vrat
- Worship Lord Ganesha with flowers, durva grass, and modak
- Read or listen to Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat Katha
- Break the fast only after moonrise
Highlights of Sankashti Chaturthi 2026
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Festival Name | Sankashti Chaturthi |
| Year | 2026 |
| Calendar | Hindu Lunar Calendar |
| Tithi | Krishna Paksha Chaturthi |
| Deity | Lord Ganesha |
| Fasting Break | After Moonrise |
| Total Sankashti in 2026 | 13 |
| Special Sankashti | Sakat Chauth (January) |
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