Masik Karthigai date and observance details are computed from the BDA Panchang festival endpoint for India standard Panchang reference.
- Main date
- Tuesday, 27 January 2026
- Category
- Tamil Festival
- Deity or focus
- Murugan · Shiva
Monthly Tamil Karthigai observance when Krittika nakshatra occurs in the Hindu day.
Observed dates in 2026
- Tuesday, 27 January 2026 - Krittika nakshatra is active between sunrise and the next sunrise.
- Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - Krittika nakshatra is active between sunrise and the next sunrise.
Computed muhurat windows
| Date | Window | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Jan 2026 | Krittika Nakshatra | 11:09 am - 7:11 am |
| 28 Jan 2026 | Krittika Nakshatra | 7:11 am - 9:27 am |
सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
When is Masik Karthigai in 2026?
Masik Karthigai 2026 falls on Tuesday, 27 January 2026 (India Panchang reference, Lahiri).
Which deity is Masik Karthigai dedicated to?
Masik Karthigai is observed for Murugan · Shiva.
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General festival guidance using Lahiri Panchang calculations. Personal muhurat depends on your own kundali, place and purpose of the activity.