When is the first Pradosh fast of October, know the auspicious time of worship, its importance and the method to get the blessings of Shiva.

Pradosh Vrat is considered to have very sacred and special significance in Sanatan Dharma and Hindu calendar. This fast is completely dedicated to Lord Mahadev, Lord Shiva and Lord Shankar, the protector of the world. In every lunar month, Trayodashi Tithi comes twice in the month i.e. in Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha, and when this Trayodashi Tithi falls on Thursday, it is considered extremely rare and powerful. ‘Guru Pradosh Vrat’ or ‘Brihaspati Pradosh Vrat’ Known as. By worshiping Lord Shiva on this day, the seeker gets double the results and happiness and prosperity.

According to almanac calculations, this year the first Guru Pradosh Vrat will be observed in the month of October 2026. 8 October 2026, Thursday Will be kept on the day of. This combination of Vaar and Tithi is considered very good for Shiva devotees from the point of view of meditation and worship.

Important dates and puja muhurat related to this fast are as follows:

• Fast day: Thursday, 8 October 2026 (Krishna Paksha)

• Start of Trayodashi Tithi: October 7, 2026 at 11:16 pm

• End of Trayodashi Tithi: On October 8, 2026 at 10:15 pm

• Main Muhurta of Evening Puja (Pradosh Kaal): From 05:59 pm to 08:27 pm

• Total duration of puja: 2 hours 28 minutes

The observance of Pradosh Vrat depends not only on the calendar date but mainly on the presence of Trayodashi Tithi and ‘Pradosh Kaal’. Pradosh Kaal is the time that starts just after sunset and is considered the most appropriate time to worship Lord Shiva.

When Pradosh Vrat falls on Thursday, then this day not only becomes a means of getting the blessings of Lord Shiva, but it also gives blessings of Devguru Brihaspati. If the people observing fast on this day worship with rituals in the evening, then all the troubles and obstacles in their life go away.

On the day of Guru Pradosh fast, take a pledge to fast after taking bath etc. in the morning. Keep Lord Shiva in your mind throughout the day and follow the Satvik rules. The main puja is performed during the Pradosh period of the evening:

• During Pradosh period, go to the temple of Lord Shiva or install the idol of Shiva family at the place of worship at home.

• Offer water, raw milk, Ganges water, white sandalwood, Akshat, incense, lamp and seasonal fruits to Mahadev.

• very dear to Lord Shiva Belpatra (Belpatra) And do offer flowers to the figures.

• During the puja, continuously chant the mantra ‘Om Namah Shivay’ and listen to the story of Pradosh Vrat. In the end, perform aarti and pray to God for happiness and peace.