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In Hindu religion and Shiva Sadhana, Pradosh Vrat is considered extremely beneficial and gives quick results. But when Pradosh Vrat falls in Adhikamas (Purushottam month), its importance and power increases manifold. In the year 2026, Jyeshtha Adhikamas will start from 17th May and continue till 15th June. The first Pradosh fast of this holy month will be observed on Thursday, 28 May 2026.
Since it falls on Thursday, it will be called Guru Pradosh Vrat. This rare combination of Adhikamas and Guru Pradosh is the best opportunity for the devotees to get the blessings of Shiva and get freedom from all the planetary obstacles including Chandra Dosh, Shani Dosh in the horoscope. Let us know the date of this fast, auspicious time and great remedies to get rid of the defects.
Guru Pradosh Vrat 2026: Date and auspicious time
According to the calculations of the Panchang, the time of Trayodashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha Adhikamas is as follows:
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Trayodashi Tithi Start: From 07:56 am on 28 May 2026.
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Trayodashi date ends: On May 29, 2026 at 09:50 am.
Fast date: According to the scriptures, Pradosh Vrat puja is always performed in the evening time i.e. ‘Pradosh Kaal’ (time after sunset). Since Trayodashi Tithi will be present in Pradosh period on 28th May, hence Guru Pradosh Vrat 28 May 2026, Thursday Only will be kept.
Why does Pradosh Vrat have special importance in Adhikamaas?
It is mentioned in the scriptures that the virtue of worship, charity and penance done in Adhikamaas is better than the fasting done in normal months. ten times more is received.
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Freedom from Shani Dosha: Lord Shiva is considered the guru of Shani Dev. By worshiping Bholenath on the day of Guru Pradosh, Shani Dev becomes extremely calm and happy. This day is like a boon for those who are under the influence of Saturn’s Sadesati, Dhaiya or Mahadasha.
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Moon defect and mental peace: Pradosh Vrat is directly related to the Moon. By fasting on this day and doing Abhishek of Shiva, the weak Moon of the horoscope gets strengthened, which provides relief from mental stress, depression and fear of the unknown.
7 miraculous ways to remove planetary defects from horoscope
By doing the following remedies on this rare occasion during Pradosh Kaal (evening time), all the troubles of life go away:
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Abhishekam of Ganga water and milk (for Chandra Dosh): During Pradosh period, mix Ganga water in raw milk in a copper or earthen vessel and offer it to Shivling. This provides mental peace and removes moon related defects.
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Black Mole on Shivling (for Shani Dosh): By offering black sesame seeds on Shivalinga on Saturday or Guru Pradosh, the effect of Saturn’s cruel glance gets eliminated and the stuck tasks start getting completed.
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Donation of white goods: On the day of fasting, donate rice, sugar, milk or white cloth to a poor or needy person. This brings happiness and prosperity in the house.
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Mustard oil lamp under Peepal: In the evening, go near a Peepal tree and light a four-sided lamp of mustard oil. This remedy brings blessings of Shani Dev.
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Text of Hanuman Chalisa: After Shiva puja, recite Hanuman Chalisa during Pradosh period only. Hanuman ji is the Rudravataar of Shiva and by worshiping him the inauspicious effects of both Saturn and Moon are destroyed.
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Chanting Mahamrityunjaya Mantra: On this day, sitting on the seat of Kush with a calm mind, chant the mantra “Om Trimbakam Yajamahe Sugandhi Pushtivardhanam…” 108 times. It provides good health and longevity.
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21 Belpatra Offering: Write ‘Om Namah Shivay’ with sandalwood on 21 clean (not torn) Bel leaves and offer them to Shivling and say your wish.
Correct worship method of Pradosh Vrat
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Morning puja: Wake up early in the morning, take bath, wear clean clothes (yellow or white if possible) and take a pledge to fast. Keep mentally chanting ‘Om Namah Shivay’ throughout the day and eat fruits.
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Pradosh Kaal (main evening puja): In the evening, about 45 minutes before sunset, take bath again or wash hands and feet and wear clean clothes.
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Anoint Shivling with Panchamrit (milk, curd, ghee, honey, Ganga water).
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After this, offer Belpatra, Dhatura, Aak flowers, fruits and white sandalwood.
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Light a ghee lamp, listen to the story of Pradosh Vrat, recite Shiv Chalisa and finally perform aarti with camphor and distribute Prasad.
Take care of these rules and precautions
There are some taboos mentioned in Shiva worship, which are very important to be kept in mind. Avoid anger, lies and criticizing anyone on the day of Pradosh Vrat. Do not allow tamasic food (garlic, onion, meat and alcohol) to enter the house. One should avoid wearing black colored clothes on this day. Most importantly, vermilion, turmeric, basil leaves and Ketaki flowers should never be offered on Shivling, this is considered to spoil the worship.
