Makar Sankranti 2026 will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 14th. On this day, the Sun will enter the Capricorn sign. Since Sankranti falls during the day, bathing, donations, and worship will take place on January 14th. The auspicious time for a holy bath is considered to be from 9:03 am to 10:48 am.
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As Makar Sankranti approaches, many devotees are wondering whether Makar Sankranti 2026 will fall on January 14th or 15th. According to the Drik Panchang, Makar Sankranti 2026 will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 14th. On this day, the Sun will enter the Capricorn sign. There is no change in the nationwide celebration of Makar Sankranti on January 15th this year.
According to the Hindu calendar, the Sun will enter Capricorn during the day on January 14, 2026. In cities like Delhi and Ujjain, the Sankranti time will be approximately between 2:43 pm and 3:06 pm. Some calendars indicate slight variations, such as 2:49 pm and 3:13 pm.
Because Sankranti falls during the day, bathing, donations, sun worship, and other religious activities will be performed on January 14. The Punya Kaal (sacred time) on this day is considered especially auspicious.
Maha Punya Kaal
Maha Punya Kaal is considered the most auspicious time for bathing in the Ganges and performing religious rituals. According to the Drik Panchang, the following times are most auspicious on January 14:
- Morning: 7:15 AM to 9:00 AM
- Afternoon: 2:48 PM to 3:42 PM
- According to some calendars, 3:13 PM to 5:00 PM
Auspicious Bathing Time on Makar Sankranti
- The best time for a holy bath on Makar Sankranti 2026 is considered to be between 9:03 AM and 10:48 AM.
- Sunrise will occur between approximately 7:00 AM and 7:15 AM. Bathing after this time is considered very fruitful religiously.
- Thus, Makar Sankranti 2026 will be celebrated with devotion and rituals across the country on January 14th.
What is the auspicious time for bathing and donating?
This year, Makar Sankranti will be celebrated on January 14th. According to the calendar, the auspicious time on this day will be from 9:03 am to 5:46 pm, while the Maha Punya time is from 9:03 am to 10:48 am. According to religious beliefs, bathing and donating during these auspicious times reduces the impact of negative karmas and brings happiness and prosperity in life.
The Auspicious Coincidence of Makar Sankranti 2026
This year, on Makar Sankranti, the Sun God will enter Capricorn, and the fast of Shattila Ekadashi will also be observed. This rare coincidence is considered extremely beneficial. Bathing in holy rivers and other holy rivers, including the Ganges, and donating to charity on this occasion brings special spiritual benefits.
Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Therefore, worshipping the Sun God and Lord Vishnu on this day brings peace and happiness to the family and satiates the souls of ancestors.
Spiritual and Religious Significance of Makar Sankranti
Donating sesame seeds and jaggery on Makar Sankranti is considered especially fruitful, reducing the ill effects of the Sun. Additionally, donating khichdi (rice porridge), grains, clothes, and blankets alleviates financial difficulties and increases wealth. Worshiping the Sun, taking a holy bath, and offering sesame-based offerings to Lord Vishnu on this auspicious festival reduces obstacles in life and makes one’s life more pleasant and balanced.
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