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News India Live, Digital Desk: ‘Mahashivratri’, one of the biggest and holiest festivals of Hindu religion, is bringing a very special coincidence in the year 2026. Celebrated on the Chaturdashi date of Krishna Paksha of Phalgun month, this festival celebrates the union of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. On this day, Shiva devotees keep a fast to please Mahadev and worship all four Prahars by staying awake at night. Let us know the exact date, auspicious time and method of worship of Mahashivratri in the year 2026.
15 or 16 February? Know the exact date of Mahashivratri
According to Hindu calendar, the festival of Mahashivratri will be celebrated in the year 2026. 15 February (Sunday) Will be celebrated. The beginning of Chaturdashi Tithi and the time of Nishita Kaal (midnight worship) is falling on the night of 15th February, hence the fast and main puja will be held on this day.
Chaturdashi Tithi Start: 15 February 2026, from 08:35 am
Chaturdashi date ends: 16 February 2026, till 06:40 am
Auspicious time for worship of all four Prahars (4 Prahar Puja Time)
According to the scriptures, the worship of all four hours of the night on Mahashivratri has special significance. It is believed that the devotee who worships Shiva in these four Prahars, all the sins of his life are washed away.
| Prahar | Time (15-16 February 2026) |
|---|---|
| First Prahar Puja | 06:10 pm to 09:20 pm |
| Second Prahar Puja | 09:20 pm to 12:30 am |
| Third Prahar Puja (Nishita Kaal) | 12:30 pm to 03:40 am |
| fourth hour puja | 03:40 am to 06:50 am |
Nishita Kaal Muhurta (Most Auspicious Time): From 12:09 in the night to 01:01 in the night (this is the time when Lord Shiva’s Lingobhava took place).
Rudrabhishek and Shiva-Parvati worship method
By performing Rudrabhishek on Mahashivratri, the evil effects of the planets are pacified and the wishes are fulfilled.
Panchamrit bath: Anoint Shivling with milk, curd, ghee, honey and sugar.
Favorite things: Offer Belpatra, Dhatura, Bhang, Shami leaves and Madar flowers to Mahadev.
Worship of Mother Parvati: Offer wedding material to Goddess Parvati along with Lord Shiva.
Breaking the fast: Break the fast on 16th February after sunrise and before the end of Chaturdashi Tithi.
Why is this time special?
Since Mahashivratri of the year 2026 falls on Sunday, it is considered extremely fruitful for increasing health and good fortune. ‘Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga’ is also being formed on this day, which is best for starting any new work.
