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In Sanatan culture and our religious calendar, the place of fasting on ‘Ekadashi’ is considered very sacred and fruitful. According to the beliefs of Hindu religion, the date of Ekadashi comes twice in every month—one in Krishna Paksha and the other in Shukla Paksha. Thus, a total of 24 Ekadashi fasts are observed throughout the year, which are directly dedicated to the protector of the world, Lord Shri Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi. After the end of the month of October, now two very important Ekadashis are going to fall in the 11th month of the year i.e. November, which is awaited by every family who is waiting for the beginning of auspicious functions or marital events. Yes, in November 2026 ‘Rama Ekadashi’ (Rama Ekadashi 2026) And ‘Devuthani Ekadashi’ (Devuthani Ekadashi 2026) A fast will be observed. With Devuthani Ekadashi, the four-month long Chaturmas ends and once again the echo of Shehnai is heard in the houses. Let us know in detail about the exact date, auspicious time, time of Paran and their religious significance of these two Ekadashis falling in the month of November.
First big Ekadashi of November 2026: When is Rama Ekadashi and what is the auspicious time for worship?
Ekadashi date of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month is known as ‘Rama Ekadashi’. Coming just before the holy festival of Diwali, this Ekadashi is considered very special for spiritual and economic prosperity. According to religious beliefs, ‘Rama’ is a form of Goddess Lakshmi, hence by worshiping Goddess Lakshmi along with Lord Vishnu as per the rituals on this day, there is never any shortage of wealth in the house.
According to the calculations of the Panchang, the date and auspicious time of Rama Ekadashi in November 2026 will be as follows:
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Beginning of Rama Ekadashi Tithi: It will start on November 4, 2026 at 11:03 am.
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End of Rama Ekadashi Tithi: Will end on November 5, 2026 at 10:35 am.
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Exact date of fasting: Main fast of Rama Ekadashi as per the rules of Udaya Tithi 5 November 2026, Thursday Will be kept on the day of.
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Passing time of fast: Devotees who will observe the fast can break their fast between 6:37 am to 8:48 am on 6th November 2026.
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Auspicious time of worship: On November 5, in the afternoon, Abhijeet Muhurta i.e. the time from 11:43 am to 12:26 pm will be best for worshiping Lord Vishnu.
Importance and religious beliefs of Rama Ekadashi
Like all Ekadashi fasts, the fast of Rama Ekadashi is also considered to destroy human sins and provide salvation. Whoever fasts with true heart on this day gets immense blessings of Lord Vishnu.
On this special day, charity and service are also given great importance. To please Goddess Lakshmi and Shri Hari, the fasting person should feed the needy, donate food and clothes to the poor and chant God’s mantras with a calm mind. It is believed that by doing this, all the financial obstacles in life are removed and there is permanent residence of happiness, peace and positive energy in the family.
Devuthani Ekadashi 2026: End of Chaturmas and return of Shehnai
The second and most awaited Ekadashi of the month of November is ‘Devuthani Ekadashi’, which is also known as ‘Devotthan Ekadashi’ or ‘Prabodhini Ekadashi’ in many parts of the country. According to the mythology of Hindu religion, from Devshayani Ekadashi of Ashadha month, Lord Vishnu goes into Yoga Nidra for four months, during which all types of auspicious works, marriage and housewarming etc. are considered prohibited, which we call ‘Chaturmas’.
On the day of Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month i.e. Devuthani Ekadashi, Lord Vishnu wakes up from his four months sleep. As soon as Shri Hari wakes up, the period of Chaturmas ends and once again all the auspicious and auspicious works in the universe begin with full force. The dates of Devuthani Ekadashi this year are as follows:
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Beginning of Devuthani Ekadashi Tithi: It will start from 7:15 am on November 20, 2026.
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End of Devuthani Ekadashi Tithi: It will end at 6:31 am on November 21, 2026.
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Exact date of fasting: Devuthani Ekadashi fast based on Udaya date 20 November 2026, Friday Will be kept on the day of.
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Passing time of fast: This fast can be broken the next day on 21st November between 1:11 pm to 3:18 pm.
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Auspicious time of worship: On November 20, the time from 11:45 am to 12:28 pm will be the best for worship.
Importance of Devuthani Ekadashi and tradition of Tulsi marriage
Devuthani Ekadashi has great social and religious significance in Sanatan culture. The biggest attraction of this day is that from this day itself, the celebrations of marriage and marriage (Marriage Season) begin across the country, due to which the splendor once again returns from the markets to the homes.
Apart from this, in most of the areas of India, the sacred thread is celebrated only on the auspicious occasion of Devuthani Ekadashi. ‘Tulsi Vivah’ is also organised. On this day, the marriage of Mother Tulsi and Lord Shaligram is organized with great pomp. Devotees decorate their houses with lamps and rangoli, build sugarcane pavilions and perform traditional bhajan-kirtans to awaken Lord Vishnu. By observing a fast on the day of Devuthani Ekadashi, Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi are prayed for the happiness, prosperity, good health and auspicious future of the family. These two Ekadashis coming in the month of November bring a lot of happiness and new beginnings in the lives of the devotees.