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Sashti Dates 2026 ஷஷ்டி

6th lunar day (Shashthi) — Deity: Lord Murugan (Skanda)

Sashti Dates in 2026

Month Date Day Name Daily Panchangam Month Details
January 2026-01-24 Saturday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in January ›
February 2026-02-22 Sunday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in February ›
March 2026-03-24 Tuesday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in March ›
April 2026-04-22 Wednesday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in April ›
May 2026-05-21 Thursday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in May ›
June 2026-06-19 Friday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in June ›
July 2026-07-19 Sunday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in July ›
August 2026-08-17 Monday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in August ›
September 2026-09-16 Wednesday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in September ›
October 2026-10-16 Friday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in October ›
November 2026-11-15 Sunday Skanda Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in November ›
December 2026-12-15 Tuesday Shukla Shasti Panchangam › Sashti in December ›

What is Sashti?

Sashti (ஷஷ்டி) falls on the 6th day of both the Shukla and Krishna Paksha of every lunar month. It is a day particularly sacred to Lord Murugan (also known as Skanda, Kartikeya, or Subramanya), the Tamil deity of war and victory.

The most important Sashti observance is Skanda Sashti, which falls in the Tamil month of Aipasi (October-November). This six-day festival culminates in the celebration of Lord Murugan's victory over the demon Soorapadman. Devotees undertake a severe six-day fast during Skanda Sashti.

On regular monthly Sashti days, devotees recite the Skanda Sashti Kavacham — a powerful protective hymn that invokes Lord Murugan's blessings. Visiting Murugan temples (Arulmigu Murugan temples like Palani, Thiruchendur, and Swamimalai) and performing abhishekam to the Vel (divine spear) are common practices.

What to Do on Sashti

  • Skanda Sashti Kavacham recitation
  • Murugan temple visit
  • Fasting
  • Vel worship
  • Murugan abhishekam
  • Kavadi offering

Monthly Panchangam Calendar

See all Sashti dates highlighted alongside Tithi, Nakshatra, and festival information on the monthly Panchangam calendar.

Sashti Dates – Other Years

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Sashti in 2026?
The next Sashti is on 21 May 2026 (Thursday).
What is Sashti (ஷஷ்டி)?
Sashti (6th lunar day) is the day sacred to Lord Murugan (Skanda/Kartikeya). Devotees observe fasting and sing Skanda Sashti Kavacham to seek the blessings of Lord Murugan for health, victory over enemies, and removal of obstacles.
How many Sashti are there in 2026?
There are 12 Sashti days in 2026. All dates are calculated using the Drik (Thirukanitham) method for Chennai.
What are the rituals on Sashti?
Skanda Sashti Kavacham recitation, Murugan temple visit, Fasting, Vel worship, Murugan abhishekam, Kavadi offering are the key observances on Sashti.