In Hindu scriptures, Adhik Maas (also known as Purushottam Maah or Malmaas) is considered very sacred and best. In this entire month dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Sri Hari), one gets inexhaustible fruits by doing worship, chanting, penance and charity. The importance of the full moon date falling in Adhik month increases manifold from the religious and spiritual point of view, because according to Skanda Purana, worshiping Lord Vishnu and Moon God on this day increases happiness, prosperity and status in life.
This year, there is confusion among the devotees regarding the date of Purnima of Adhik Maas as to which day the fast and donation should be done. Let us know its exact date, auspicious time and method of worship according to the Panchang.
When is Adhik Maas (Jyestha) Purnima? Note the correct dates of fasting and bathing and donating.
According to the Hindu calendar, this year the Purnima Tithi will last for two days. The mathematics of dates is as follows:
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Start of Purnima Tithi: From 11:57 am on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
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Completion of Purnima Tithi: 31st May 2026, Sunday at 02:14 PM.
Rules of the scriptures (Udaya Tithi): According to the scriptures and rules of Udaya Tithi, Purnima fast 30 May 2026, Saturday Will be kept. At the same time, due to full moon being found during sunrise on Udaya Tithi. River bathing and charity work, 31 May 2026, Sunday Will be done on.
Religious significance of Adhik Maas Purnima
It is believed that on the day of Purnima, the Moon becomes full in all its sixteen phases, due to which positive energy is transmitted to the entire nature and environment. Since it is the full moon of Purushottam month, the results of fasting, charity and mantra chanting done on this day are a thousand times more than the full moon of normal days. Bathing in holy rivers on this day frees one from sins committed unknowingly.
Fast and complete worship method: How to please Shri Hari
To wish for happiness and prosperity on the day of full moon, worship Lord Vishnu and Moon God in the following manner:
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Bath and resolution: On the day of full moon, wake up early in the morning and take bath (if possible, take bath by mixing Ganga water in any holy river or water). After this, take water in your hand and pledge to fast and donate.
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Dev darshan and story: Visit Lord Vishnu by visiting your home temple or the nearest god place. Listening or reading the story of Lord Satyanarayan on this day is considered very auspicious.
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Pooja material and mantra: Offer yellow fruits, yellow sweets, incense, lamp, sandalwood and especially fragrant flowers to Lord Vishnu. With calm mind during puja “Invocation and Obeisance to Lord Krishna” Chant the mantra.
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Worship of trees and plants: Worship the Peepal tree in the morning. Along with this, worshiping the Tulsi and banana plants present in the house is also especially fruitful.
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Fruits: Consumption of food is completely prohibited during the fast. You can consume fruits, milk or non-vegetarian things. Complete the fast by offering Arghya to the moon at the time of moonrise in the evening.
What to donate on 31st May? (List of donated items)
Helping the needy and the poor on the full moon day of Adhik month is considered the greatest virtue. After bathing on Sunday, May 31, you can donate the following items:
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Food and food items: Rice, pulses, flour, salt, jaggery, ghee and milk.
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Seasonal fruits and water: Seasonal fruits available in this season, a pitcher (kalash) filled with water or sherbet.
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Other important things: Clothing (clothes), umbrella and some Dakshina (money) as per one’s capacity.
Surefire solution for happy life and marital happiness
If you are facing problems in your life or there is tension in your married life, then definitely do these special remedies on the full moon day of Adhik month:
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Remedy of Peepal and Banyan: After taking bath on the day of full moon, offer water to the root of banyan or peepal tree. After this, tie a yellow cotton thread or Kalawa around the trunk of the tree with reverence. sitting there “Invocation and Obeisance to Lord Krishna” Or “Om Gaurishankaraya Namah” Chant the mantra. After the puja, pray for happiness, love and strength in your married life.
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Attainment of renewable fruits: By regularly observing fast for Moon or Lord Satyanarayan on this day, the person gets all kinds of worldly happiness, prosperity and respect in the society.
Do plant this auspicious tree on full moon day
According to religious beliefs, some special trees are considered to be the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. on the full moon of Adhik month Peepal, Banyan, and Sycamore Planting trees is very auspicious. Apart from these, if you are at your home or public place Tulsi, Ashoka, Amla, Banana, Kadamba and Bael If you plant a sapling and take care of it, then the special blessings of Shri Hari always remain on your family.
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