Mahashivratri 2026 falls on February 15 or 16? check official panchang details

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Mahashivratri is an extremely auspicious night of Lord Shiva. This day and night hold a great religious and spiritual significance in Hindu religion. This night is believed to be a magnificent night that is dedicated to worship Lord Shiva with immense devotion and dedication.

This night is all about showing your gratitude to Lord Shiva. Mahashivratri, the sacred festival usually falls on krishna paksha chaturdashi tithi during the month of Phalguna. People are confused about the exact date of Mahashivratri in the year 2026 so we are here to clear all your confusion and give the full detail about this holy festival of Mahashivratri.

When is Mahashivratri 2026?

Mahashivratri festival falls on Chaturdashi tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Phalguna.

According to panchang, chaturdashi tithi will start from February 15, 2026 - 05:04 PM and ends on February 16, 2026 - 05:34 PM so you should keep in mind that this is all about the great night of Shiva that's why it is known as "Maha-Shivratri", the night that holds a great importance and people worship Lord Shiva during the whole night so the festival will be celebrated on February 15, 2026.

In Ujjain, Mahakaleshware temple, Maha Shivratri festival will be celebrated on Feb 15.

Mahashivratri 2026: Date and Time

Mahashivratri Festival Tithi	Date and Time
Chaturdashi Tithi Begins	February 15, 2026 - 05:04 PM
Chaturdashi Tithi Ends	February 16, 2026 - 05:34 PM
Ratri First Prahar Puja Time	February 15, 2026 - 06:11 PM to 09:23 PM
Ratri Second Prahar Puja Time	February 16, 2026 - 09:23 PM to 12:35 AM
Ratri Third Prahar Puja Time	February 16, 2026 - 12:35 AM to 03:47 AM
Ratri Fourth Prahar Puja Time	February 16, 2026 - 03:47 AM to 06:59 AM
Nishita Kaal Puja Time	February 16, 2026 - 12:09 AM to 01:01 AM
Shivaratri Parana Time	February 16, 2026 - 06:59 AM to 03:24 PM

Mahashivratri 2026: Significance

Mahashivratri festival celebrates the union Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. This day is considered as the most auspicious festival that holds a great religious and spiritual significance among Hindus. This is known as the night of awakening. Lord Shiva is known as the God of destruction and regarded as the most compassionate God. This is the powerful night, when people can get involved in various spiritual and religious activities and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.

Lord Shiva is known as the greatest of givers, who fulfill all the desired wishes of devotees, who worship him with full devotion and purity. This is the wedding night of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The holy union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The ultimate harmony of creation is symbolized by this union, which is the union of energy (Shakti) and consciousness (Shiva).