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Shardiya Navratri 2026 Calendar: Ashtami on 18 October, Navami on 19 October

Shardiya Navratri 2026 will begin on 11 October and conclude on 19 October. The nine-day observance will include worship of the nine forms of Goddess Durga, with Kanya Pujan scheduled for Mahashtami on 18 October and Mahanavami on 19 October.

Editor: AI News 24x7 Published: 12 Oct 2026, 07:30 AM Updated: 12 Oct 2026, 07:30 AM

Shardiya Navratri 2026 Calendar: Ashtami on 18 October, Navami on 19 October.

Shardiya Navratri 2026 will start on 11 October and end on 19 October, completing the nine-day worship period dedicated to the different forms of Goddess Durga. Ashtami will be observed on 18 October, while Navami will fall on 19 October.

Kanya Pujan is scheduled for both key days. The ritual will be held on Mahashtami on 18 October and on Mahanavami on 19 October.

The observance assigns a different form of Navdurga to each day. Alongside the form being worshipped, the calendar identifies a spiritual focus, a suggested offering and flowers or other items for worship.

Shardiya Navratri 2026 day-by-day calendar

# 11 October: Shailputri worship

The first day is dedicated to Goddess Shailputri, the first form of Navdurga. The supplied calendar associates this day with health and recommends red flowers for worship. Pure ghee made from cow's milk is listed as the offering.

# 12 October: Brahmacharini worship

The second day honours Goddess Brahmacharini. It is associated with knowledge and detachment. White flowers are recommended, while sugar is listed for the offering.

# 13 October: Chandraghanta worship

Goddess Chandraghanta is worshipped on the third day. This day is associated with courage and self-confidence. Red flowers are suggested, along with milk or a sweet prepared from milk.

# 14 October: Kushmanda worship

The fourth day is devoted to Goddess Kushmanda and is linked with intellect, speech and sharpness. Green items are recommended for worship, with malpua named as the offering.

# 15 October: Skandamata worship

The fifth day honours Goddess Skandamata. The calendar connects this form with the end of problems related to children. Yellow flowers are suggested, and bananas are listed as the offering.

# 16 October: Katyayani worship

Goddess Katyayani is worshipped on the sixth day. The day is associated with the blessing of an early marriage. Yellow flowers are recommended again, while honey is named as the offering.

# 17 October: Kalaratri worship

The seventh day is dedicated to Goddess Kalaratri. It is associated with the removal of illness, grief and obstacles, as well as negative energy and tantra-mantra-related problems. Fragrance and incense sticks are suggested for worship, with jaggery as the offering.

# 18 October: Mahagauri and Mahashtami

Goddess Mahagauri is worshipped on the eighth day. The calendar associates this form with a desired marriage and a happy married life. White flowers are recommended, and coconut is listed as the offering.

Mahashtami Kanya Pujan will also take place on 18 October.

# 19 October: Siddhidatri and Mahanavami

The ninth day honours Goddess Siddhidatri. It is associated with liberation, salvation and all spiritual accomplishments. Flowers of different colours are recommended, while black sesame is listed as the offering.

Mahanavami Kanya Pujan will be held on 19 October, the final day of the Navratri observance.

Conclusion

Shardiya Navratri 2026 will run from 11 October to 19 October. The calendar places Mahashtami and its Kanya Pujan on 18 October, followed by Mahanavami and its Kanya Pujan on 19 October.