Paush Purnima 2026: That one day which washes away every sin and fills the bag with happiness! Know the exact date and rules

We all know how sacred and energetic the full moon night is considered in Hindu religion. But the full moon in the month of Pausha has the most special significance. This is the day when the blessings of both Sun God and Moon God shower together.

It is believed that a dip in the holy river on this day washes away all the sins of a person and fulfills every wish. The holy Magh Mela and Kalpvas also begin from this day.

So come, let us know when is this auspicious day in 2026 and what should we do on this day and what mistakes should not be made even by mistake.

When is Paush Purnima in 2026? (Correct date and time)

According to the Panchang, the fast of Paush Purnima will be observed on 3 January 2026, Saturday.

• Purnima Tithi will start from: Friday, January 2 at 06:53 PM.
• Purnima Tithi will end: 03:32 PM on Saturday, January 3.

Do these 5 things on this day (to earn virtue)

1. Holy bath (most important): Take bath in a holy river, lake or pond in the morning before sunrise (in Brahma Muhurta). If it is not possible to go out, then take bath at home by adding a little Ganga water to the bath water. It is believed that this purifies both body and soul.
2. Offer Arghya to Sun and Moon: After morning bath, put clean water, red flowers and rice (Akshat) in a copper pot and offer Arghya to Sun God. And when the moon comes out in the evening, offer Arghya to it too. This increases respect and gives peace to the mind.
3. Listen to the story of Lord Satyanarayan: On this day, listening or reading the story of Lord Satyanarayan at home is considered very auspicious. This brings happiness, peace and prosperity in the house.
4. Donate openly: Donate sesame seeds, jaggery, blanket or warm clothes to any needy as per your devotion. This donation made in the month of Paush is called ‘Mahadan’ and it also pacifies the planetary defects of the horoscope.
5. Worship Goddess Lakshmi at night: Worship Goddess Lakshmi at night and offer kheer or white sweets to her. It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi visits the earth on the full moon night.

And don’t make these 5 mistakes even by mistake

1. Distance from Tamasic food: Do not cook or eat any Tamasic food like onion, garlic, meat or liquor at home even by mistake today.
2. Sleeping late: Full moon mornings are full of energy. Don’t make the mistake of sleeping late on this day. Wake up before sunrise and meditate on God.
3. Do not insult anyone: Do not insult the elders of the house, women or any poor and helpless person even by mistake. Control your speech and avoid getting angry, otherwise Goddess Lakshmi may get angry.
4. Do not pluck basil leaves: It is considered inauspicious to pluck basil leaves on the full moon day. If needed for puja, pluck leaves and keep them a day before.
5. Money Transactions: Try not to borrow or lend from anyone today. It is believed that doing this has a negative impact on the financial condition of the house.