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Vasant Panchami 2026: Date, Muhurat, Puja Timings & Complete Ritual Guide
By Lakshay Sharma | On 25 December, 2025 | Views
As the chill of winter begins to fade and nature slowly awakens with fresh energy, Hindus across India prepare to celebrate Vasant Panchami — a festival that honours knowledge, art, learning and the arrival of spring. In 2026, Vasant Panchami falls on Friday, 23 January 2026. This annual celebration holds special significance for students, scholars, artists and all who seek blessings for creativity, learning and a vibrant new beginning. Let’s explore what makes Vasant Panchami special, and how to celebrate it — from correct dates and muhurat to detailed puja rituals.
Vasant Panchami 2026: Date & Muhurat
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Date: Friday, 23 January 2026
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Panchami Tithi: Begins at 02:28 AM on 23 January 2026, and ends at 01:46 AM on 24 January 2026.
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Shubh Puja Muhurat (Auspicious Time for Puja): Generally, early morning until mid‑day. For 2026, many panchang sources note 07:15 AM to 12:50 PM as the ideal window.
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Madhyahna (Midday) Muhurat [in some locations]: For certain regions, the muhurat may be listed as late morning/early afternoon.
💡 Note: Because lunar tithi and muhurat can vary by location, it’s always wise to check the local panchang before setting your puja schedule.
Why Vasant Panchami Matters — Significance & Mythology
The Spirit of Spring & Renewal
The very name “Vasant” (or “Basant”) means spring, and “Panchami” refers to the fifth day (Panchami tithi) of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the Hindu month of Magha. Vasant Panchami heralds the onset of spring — a season of growth, renewal and fresh beginnings.
Fields bloom with mustard flowers, the landscape becomes bright with yellow, and life stirs anew — all symbolic of rejuvenation and hope.
Honouring Saraswati — Goddess of Wisdom, Music and Arts
Vasant Panchami is primarily celebrated in reverence to Goddess Saraswati — the divine source of knowledge, learning, music, arts, and creativity. On this day, devotees pray to her for wisdom, intellectual growth, academic success, and artistic inspiration.
Because of this, Vasant Panchami is also known as Saraswati Puja or Shri Panchami (especially in some parts of India). For students, writers, artists, musicians — it is a day of renewed hope, dedication, and seeking divine blessings to excel in their creative and intellectual pursuits.
How Vasant Panchami is Celebrated: Key Traditions & Rituals
While customs vary across regions and communities, the core essence of Vasant Panchami remains the same: devotion, learning, and the bright energy of spring. Here’s a typical way to celebrate:
Preparations & What to Wear
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Many people dress in yellow clothes — the colour yellow symbolises the mustard fields in bloom and the vibrance of spring. This connects devotees with nature’s renewal and with the spirit of the festival.
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Homes and puja altars may be decorated with yellow flowers — an apt tribute to the season and the festive mood.
Puja (Worship) Ritual — Saraswati Puja
Here’s a step-by-step guide to performing Vasant Panchami puja at home or in a community setting:
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Clean the altar and setup: Place a marble saraswati idol or picture of Goddess Saraswati on a clean platform or altar. Many also decorate it with flowers, garlands, and yellow-themed decorations.
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Offerings (Naivedya): Offer flowers, fruits, sweets, and preferably yellow-coloured food (like kesar halwa or other saffron-tinged sweets), symbolizing the festival’s colour and seasonal joy.
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Books, Musical Instruments, Tools of Knowledge & Art: Students often place books, notebooks, pens or pencils — the tools of learning — at the feet of Goddess Saraswati for blessings before beginning a new academic year or project. Artists or musicians may place their instruments for blessings.
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Chanting, Mantra & Aarti: Recite Saraswati stotras (prayers), chant mantras, and perform aarti (lamp worship) to invoke the divine presence of the goddess.
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Prasad & Distribution: After puja and prayers, distribute prasad (blessed food) among family and friends, share sweets to celebrate together.
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Cultural Observances: Many schools, colleges and cultural institutions organise events — like music performances, art exhibitions, poetry recitation — to celebrate creativity and learning.
Vidyarambh & New Beginnings
For many families, Vasant Panchami is considered highly auspicious to begin new ventures related to education — starting a child’s first formal writing (Akshar-Abhyasam), enrolling in courses, launching artistic projects, etc.
Similarly, many shops, businesses or art studios may choose this day to start new ventures, launch new creative works, or inaugurate new learning initiatives — trusting the blessings of Goddess Saraswati and the auspicious energy of spring.
Vasant Panchami: A Festival for All — Not Just Students
While Vasant Panchami holds a special place for students, artists and scholars — its spirit extends beyond. It is about renewal, creativity, hope, knowledge and connecting with nature.
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For families, it’s a day of joy, bright colours, shared sweets, prayers and celebration.
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For artists and craftspeople, it’s a day to honour creativity — a reminder that art, music, literature, handicrafts are divine expressions.
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For anyone starting something new — a project, business, course, creative endeavour — it’s an auspicious day to seek blessings for success and growth.
This inclusive, uplifting spirit makes Vasant Panchami a festival that bridges generations and interests — a unifying celebration of learning, nature, and creativity.
Regional Celebrations of Saraswati Puja 2026
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West Bengal, Assam & Odisha: These three states celebrate Saraswati Puja as their main festival which takes place in educational institutions and cultural groups. Traditional clothing appears on children during this time while communities construct large celebration areas known as pandals.
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Bihar & Uttar Pradesh: People in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh celebrate Basant Panchami by wearing yellow clothing while they worship Saraswati at both temple sites and domestic spaces. Many areas throughout the region celebrate kite flying as a popular tradition.
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Punjab & Haryana: The festival takes place during the time when mustard fields reach their peak bloom in Punjab and Haryana so people make their traditional food preparations.
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South India: The people of South India celebrate Saraswati Puja during Navaratri in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka but they maintain Basant Panchami as the beginning of educational pursuits.
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Nepal: The Nepalese people celebrate this festival through school and temple events where they perform the Haate Khori ceremony to teach children their first letters.
FAQs on Saraswati Puja
Q1. What is the exact date of Saraswati Puja in 2026?
Ans: Saraswati Puja, celebrated as Vasant Panchami, falls on Friday, 23 January 2026. The Panchami tithi begins at 2:28 AM on 23 January and ends at 1:46 AM on 24 January.
Q2. What is the auspicious time (muhurat) to perform Saraswati Puja?
Ans: For 2026, the commonly observed puja muhurat is:
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Morning: 7:15 AM – 12:50 PM (most sources)
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Exact timings can vary based on your city or panchang, so it is advisable to check a local calendar or consult a priest.
Q3. Why is yellow associated with Vasant Panchami / Saraswati Puja?
Ans: Yellow is symbolic of spring, energy, prosperity and knowledge. Mustard fields bloom during this season, and devotees wear yellow clothes, offer yellow flowers, and prepare yellow-themed sweets as a mark of devotion and seasonal celebration.
Q4. Can children start learning on Saraswati Puja?
Ans: Yes! Saraswati Puja is considered highly auspicious for Vidyarambh or Akshar‑Abhyasam — the traditional initiation of education for children. Parents often have children write their first letters or books at the feet of Goddess Saraswati to seek her blessings for knowledge and learning.
Q5. What is the significance of Saraswati Puja beyond education?
Ans: Beyond academic learning, Saraswati Puja celebrates creativity, arts, music, wisdom, and the arrival of spring. It is a festival of renewal, intellectual growth, cultural expression, and community bonding — making it meaningful for everyone, not just students.
As the chill of winter begins to fade and nature slowly awakens with fresh energy, Hindus across India prepare to celebrate Vasant Panchami — a festival that honours knowledge, art, learning and the arrival of spring. In 2026, Vasant Panchami falls on Friday, 23 January 2026. This annual...
Lakshay Sharma
I’m Lakshay Sharma, a writer with a deep passion for Hindu mythology, Vastu Shastra, and home interiors. I enjoy exploring the rich traditions of Hindu gods and goddesses, sharing insights into Vastu principles, and offering guidance on creating sacred spaces like Puja Mandirs. Through my writing, I aim to inspire harmony and spiritual well-being, blending traditional knowledge with modern perspectives.
Harishyam Arts | Jaipur
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