Jitiya Vrat 2026 kab hai:- Jitiya Vrat is observed annually on the Ashtami Tithi (eighth day) of the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the month of Ashwin. It is also known as Jivitputrika or Jiutiya Vrat. This fast holds special significance in Hinduism. On this day, mothers observe a Nirjala fast (a fast without water) for the longevity, excellent health, and bright future of their children. Jitiya Vrat is considered an extremely rigorous fast.

In 2026, this fast will be observed on October 3rd. The observance begins on October 2nd with the Nahay-Khay ritual and concludes on October 4th with the *Paran* (breaking of the fast). Let us learn about the auspicious timings and the worship rituals for Jitiya Vrat…

During Jitiya Vrat, mothers pray for their children’s long life, good health, and happiness, seeking divine protection for them. This fast is celebrated with great enthusiasm, primarily in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and various regions of Nepal.

Jitiya Vrat 2026 Date & Tithi

According to Drik Panchang, the Ashtami Tithi for Jitiya Vrat will begin at 7:59 AM on October 3rd and conclude at 5:51 AM on October 4th. Based on the Udaya Tithi (the sunrise date), the fast will be observed on October 3rd. The *Paran* (breaking of the fast) will take place on Sunday, October 4th, after 7:28 AM. Key Dates for Jitiya Vrat 2026

Nahay-Khay: October 2, 2026 (Friday)
Nirjala Jitiya Vrat Puja: October 3, 2026 (Saturday)
Vrat Paran (Breaking the Fast) Time: After 7:28 AM on October 4, 2026 (Sunday)

Jitiya Vrat 2026 Puja Muhurat (Auspicous Timings)

Brahma Muhurat – 04:38 AM to 05:26 AM
Pratah Sandhya (Morning Twilight) – 05:02 AM to 06:15 AM
Abhijit Muhurat – 11:46 AM to 12:34 PM
Godhuli Muhurat (Dusk) – 06:05 PM to 06:29 PM
Sayahna Sandhya (Evening Twilight) – 06:05 PM to 07:18 PM

Jitiya Vrat 2026 Puja Samagri (Worship Materials)
Kush grass (to make the idol of Jimutavahan), cow dung, Akshat (unbroken rice grains), Peda (sweet), a garland of Durva grass, betel leaf and areca nut, cloves and cardamom, items for adornment (Shringar), vermilion (Sindoor), flowers, knotted thread, incense and lamp (Dhoop-Deep), sweets, fruits, bamboo leaves, mustard oil, etc.

The Jitiya Vrat begins on October 2 with ‘Nahay-Khay’. On this day, mothers consume sattvic food after bathing. In many regions, there is a tradition of eating *Kaddu-Bhat* (pumpkin and rice). They also take the vow (Sankalp) to observe the fast on this day.

Othgan

There is a tradition of consuming ‘Othgan’—also known as Sargi—before sunrise on October 3. Following this, women observe a Nirjala fast (abstaining from both food and water) throughout the day and until the time of breaking the fast the following day.

Jitiya Ki Aarti

Om Jai Kashyap Nandan, Prabhu Jai Aditi Nandan |
Tribhuvan Timir Nikandan, Bhakt Hriday Chandan ||

Sapt Aswa Rath Rajit, Ek Chakradhari |
Dukkhahari, Sukhkari, Manas Malhari ||

Sur Muni Bhusur Vandit, Vimal Vibhavsali |
Agh-Dal-Dalan Divakar, Divya Kiran Mali ||

Sakal Sukarm Prasvita, Savita Shubhkaari |
Vishva Vिलोचन Mochan, Bhav-Bandhan Bhari ||

Kamal Samuha Vikasak, Nashak Tray Tapa |
Sevat Sahaj Harat Ati, Manasij Santapa ||

Netra Vyadhi Har Surwar, Bhu-Peeda Haari |
Vrishti Vimochan Satat, Parhit Vratdhari ||

Surya Dev Karunakar, Ab Karuna Kije |
Har Agyan Moh Sab, Tattvagnan Dije ||