When is Magh Purnima? Note down the auspicious time of bathing and donating and the right time of moonrise, know its importance:

News India Live, Digital Desk: Magh Purnima has special spiritual and religious significance in Hinduism. It is believed that on this day the gods themselves descend from heaven and come to Prayagraj (Sangam) to take a bath in the Ganga. In the year 2026, fasting and bathing on Magh Purnima is bringing a very auspicious coincidence. On this day, one attains salvation by bathing in holy rivers, donating and worshiping Lord Vishnu and Chandradev.

Magh Purnima 2026: Date and auspicious time

Magh Purnima in the year 2026 1 February (Sunday) Will be celebrated. Purnima Tithi will start from the night of 31st January, but according to Udayatithi, bathing and donation will be best on 1st February only.

Purnima date start: 31 January 2026, from 08:40 PM.

Purnima date ends: By 01 February 2026, 07:15 PM.

Bathing time: 01 February, from 05:20 am to 06:40 am (Brahma Muhurta).

Moonrise Timing

There is a special tradition of worshiping Moon God on the day of full moon. Offering Arghya on this day brings mental peace and strengthens the position of the Moon in the horoscope.

Moonrise time (February 1): 05:45 PM (may vary by 2-4 minutes depending on location).

Magh Purnima puja method and important rules

Devotees observing fast on this day should follow the following method:

Brahma Muhurta Bath: If possible, take bath in Ganga or any holy river, otherwise take bath at home by adding Ganga water to the water.

Satyanarayan story: On this day, it is very auspicious to worship Lord Vishnu in the form of Satyanarayan and listen to the story.

Donation of sesame: Donation of sesame, blanket, ghee and food has special significance in the month of Magh.

Peepal worship: In the morning, offer water to the Peepal tree and light a ghee lamp.

Why is this time’s full moon special?

Due to 1st February 2026 being a Sunday, it is creating auspicious coincidences like ‘Ravi-Pushya’. The Magh Fair of Prayagraj also ends on Magh Purnima and the one month long arduous fast of the Kalpvasis is completed. According to astrologers, donating on this day also gives relief from Pitra Dosh.