The Dashami Tithi of Ashwin Krishna Paksha falls on Monday, October 5, 2026, marking an essential date during the sacred fortnight of Pitru Paksha. Astrological calculations indicate that Dashami Tithi will remain active until late night at 2:08 AM. According to established traditions, this day is designated for performing Dashami Shraddha, Tarpan, and charity for ancestors who passed away on a Dashami Tithi of either the Shukla or Krishna Paksha in any month. Traditional belief holds that carrying out these rites dedicated to departed forebears on this day brings financial stability, eliminating poverty and ensuring persistent prosperity in the household.
Auspicious Timings for Dashami Shraddha
Rituals dedicated to ancestral peace are traditionally performed during specific afternoon windows to maximize their spiritual sanctity. On this date, the designated periods are scheduled as follows
- Kutup Muhurat: 11:46 AM to 12:33 PM
- Rohina Muhurat: 12:33 PM to 01:20 PM
- Aparahna Kaal: 01:20 PM to 03:41 PM
Performing charity, feeding Brahmins, and making offerings during the Kutup and Rohina intervals are considered exceptionally propitious for securing ancestral blessings.
Key Planetary Alignments and Nakshatra
Monday opens with favorable celestial alignments. Shiva Yoga will remain operational in the morning until 9:52 AM, immediately making way for Siddha Yoga. Concurrently, Pushya Nakshatra will stay in effect until 11:10 PM at night. Furthermore, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga will extend across the greater part of the day, lasting from 6:16 AM until 11:09 PM, forming an encouraging background for devotional pursuits.
Important Muhurat Windows for the Day
For prayer schedules, meditation, and daily routines, the key favorable windows throughout Monday are listed below
- Brahma Muhurat: 04:38 AM to 05:27 AM
- Pratah Sandhya: 05:03 AM to 06:16 AM
- Abhijit Muhurat: 11:46 AM to 12:33 PM
- Vijaya Muhurat: 02:07 PM to 02:54 PM
- Godhuli Muhurat: 06:03 PM to 06:27 PM
- Sayahna Sandhya: 06:03 PM to 07:16 PM
- Amrit Kaal: 05:02 PM to 06:34 PM
- Nishita Muhurat: 11:45 PM to 12:34 AM, October 06
- Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga: 06:16 AM to 11:09 PM
City-Wise Rahu Kaal Timings
Vedic astrology advises setting aside the Rahu Kaal duration when scheduling auspicious beginnings or undertaking new commitments. The window varies by geographical location across major Indian cities on this day
- Delhi: 07:45 AM to 09:13 AM
- Mumbai: 07:59 AM to 09:29 AM
- Chandigarh: 07:47 AM to 09:15 AM
- Lucknow: 07:29 AM to 08:58 AM
- Bhopal: 07:42 AM to 09:11 AM
- Kolkata: 06:58 AM to 08:27 AM
- Ahmedabad: 08:01 AM to 09:30 AM
- Chennai: 07:28 AM to 08:58 AM
Sunrise and Sunset Schedule
On October 5, 2026, astronomical observations record sunrise at 06:15 AM, followed by sunset at 06:02 PM. Observers planning pitru rituals or routine pujas can organize their timetable around these sunrise hours while adhering to the dedicated afternoon periods for ancestral rites.
