Janmashtami (basic tithi) date and observance details are computed from the BDA Panchang festival endpoint for India standard Panchang reference.
- Main date
- Friday, 4 September 2026
- Category
- Tithi Festival
- Deity or focus
- Krishna
Krishna's birth on Bhadrapada Krishna Ashtami. Basic tithi reference (see NAKSHATRA version for exact muhurat).
Observed dates in 2026
- Friday, 4 September 2026 - Bhadrapada Krishna Paksha, Tithi 8 (#23 of 30). Sunrise rule: nishita. Tithi started at 2026-09-04T02:25:55.027139+05:30.
Computed muhurat windows
| Date | Window | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Sept 2026 | Nishita Kaal | 11:56 pm - 12:44 am |
सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
When is Janmashtami (basic tithi) in 2026?
Janmashtami (basic tithi) 2026 falls on Friday, 4 September 2026 (India Panchang reference, Lahiri).
Which deity is Janmashtami (basic tithi) dedicated to?
Janmashtami (basic tithi) is observed for Krishna.
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