Akshaya Tritiya 2026 - Date, Significance And Time To Buy Gold

Akshaya Tritiya 2026 Date and Time

Details	Date / Time
Puja Muhurat (New Delhi)	10:49 AM to 12:20 PM (1 hour 37 mins)
Tritiya Tithi Begins	10:49 AM, 19 April 2026
Tritiya Tithi Ends	07:27 AM, 20 April 2026

Akshaya Tritiya 2026 Puja Muhurat in Other Major Cities

City	Puja Muhurat
Mumbai	10:49 AM – 12:38 PM
Pune	10:49 AM – 12:34 PM
Bengaluru	10:49 AM – 12:19 PM
Chennai	10:49 AM – 12:08 PM
Hyderabad	10:49 AM – 12:15 PM
Ahmedabad	10:49 AM – 12:39 PM
Jaipur	10:49 AM – 12:26 PM
Chandigarh	10:49 AM – 12:22 PM
Kolkata	10:49 AM – 11:36 AM
Gurgaon	10:49 AM – 12:21 PM
Noida	10:49 AM – 12:20 PM

What is Akshaya Tritiya?

Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, Akti, or Parashurama Jayanti, is an auspicious festival observed by devotees in both Hinduism and Jainism. It falls in the month of Vaishakha during the Shukla Paksha, the waxing phase of the moon, when its brightness gradually increases.

The word “Akshaya” comes from Sanskrit and means something that never diminishes or fades. Because of this, the day is regarded as naturally auspicious, without the need to seek a specific time for beginning important activities.

For devotees, it becomes a time to:

• Begin new ventures

• Make meaningful purchases

• Offer prayers and charity

• Take steps toward long-term growth

Over time, Akshaya Tritiya has come to symbolize a rare opportunity when actions performed with faith are believed to carry forward with lasting value and positive impact.

Akshaya Tritiya Significance

Akshaya Tritiya holds deep spiritual significance and is primarily dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe. According to tradition, the sacred era of Treta Yuga is believed to have begun on this very day, adding to its timeless importance.

This auspicious occasion also coincides with Parashurama Jayanti, marking the birth of Lord Parashurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe the day with reverence, remembering divine events that symbolize righteousness and renewal.

Akshaya Tritiya is widely regarded as a day when positive outcomes are naturally enhanced. For this reason, many people choose this time to make meaningful purchases. Specifically, people choose to purchase gold and silver as per the auspicious muhurat, which are traditionally seen as symbols of lasting wealth and stability.

Gold Buying Muhurat Full Day List

Period	Auspicious Muhurat / Choghadiya	Start Time	End Time
Morning	Chara, Labha, Amrita	10:49 AM	12:21 PM
Abhijit Muhurat	Highly Auspicious Muhurat	11:54 AM	12:46 PM
Afternoon	Shubha	01:58 PM	03:35 PM
Evening	Shubha, Amrita, Chara	06:50 PM	10:58 PM
Night	Labha	01:43 AM	03:06 AM (20 Apr)
Early Morning	Shubha	04:29 AM	05:52 AM (20 Apr)

Rahu Kaal Timing (Avoid for Auspicious Work)

Whether it's buying gold or doing any other auspicous work, one must avoid Rahu Kaal timing as it is considered inauspicious.

Day	Rahu Kaal Timing
Sunday, 19 April 2026	05:12 PM – 06:49 PM

Why is Gold Bought on Akshaya Tritiya?

One of the most widely followed traditions of Akshaya Tritiya is the purchase of gold. This practice is not only cultural, but also deeply symbolic. Gold has long been associated with wealth, purity, and stability. Moreover, on a day like Akshaya Tritiya, buying gold is seen as an invitation for lasting prosperity in one’s life and home.

There is also a spiritual belief connected to this tradition. Gold is considered dear to Goddess Lakshmi, and acquiring it on this day is thought to attract her blessings of abundance and well-being.

For many families, this act goes beyond material value. It becomes:

• A symbol of secure beginnings

• A way to mark important milestones

• A tradition passed down through generations

At the same time, the intention behind the purchase holds equal importance. Even a small coin, bought with faith and gratitude, is believed to carry the same auspicious energy as a larger investment.

Akshaya Tritiya Puja Vidhi

The celebrations of Akshaya Tritiya are incomplete without performing the puja with utmost devotion and diligence. The puja can be performed in a simple and structured manner as follows:

• Begin the day early with a bath. Adding a few drops of Ganga Jal to the water is considered auspicious.

• Wear clean and fresh clothes.

• Offer water (arghya) to the Sun as a mark of gratitude.

• Sit quietly for a few moments and meditate to calm the mind.

• Take a resolve to perform the puja with sincerity and focus.

• Prepare the place of worship by sprinkling holy water and placing a clean yellow cloth on the platform.

• Place idols or images of Lord Ganesha, Lord Vishnu, and Goddess Lakshmi.

• Light a ghee or oil lamp.

• Prepare a kalash by applying turmeric and making a sacred symbol on it. Fill it with water, add turmeric, kumkum, coins, and place mango leaves and a coconut on top.

• Place the kalash on the altar.

• Begin the puja by invoking Lord Ganesha. Offer flowers, fruits, and other items with devotion.

• Offer prayers to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, along with flowers, rice, and sacred thread.

• Chant mantras and offer food (naivedya) with gratitude.

Akshaya Tritiya Mantra

A commonly recited mantra dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi is:

“ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय”

(Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya)

Devotees may sit in a quiet place and chant the mantra with attention and faith. Using a mala can help maintain rhythm and concentration during the practice. Many devotees prefer using a Rudraksha mala or a Karungali mala, as they are traditionally associated with focus, grounding, and spiritual discipline.

Akshaya Tritiya Story (Vrat Katha)

Among the many sacred stories associated with Akshaya Tritiya, one of the most well-known comes from the Mahabharata, highlighting the power of faith and divine grace.

During their exile, the Pandavas faced great difficulty in arranging food for themselves and the many sages who visited them. Seeing their struggle, Lord Krishna blessed them with the Akshaya Patra, a divine vessel that would never run out of food, ensuring that no one who came to them would leave hungry.

This blessing continued to sustain them throughout their hardships, symbolizing that when your intention is sincere, divine support always finds a way.

What Akshaya Tritiya’s Story Teaches

This story beautifully reflects the essence of Akshaya Tritiya:

• True faith brings endless support and nourishment

• Acts of sincerity and devotion are never left unanswered

• What is received with gratitude continues to grow and sustain

There are also beliefs that on this sacred day, divine blessings were bestowed upon deities like Kubera, the treasurer of the gods, further strengthening its association with prosperity and abundance.

Rituals & Traditions of Akshaya Tritiya

Akshaya Tritiya is observed across India with a variety of sacred traditions, each reflecting faith, gratitude, and the spirit of giving.

• Observing a Fast: Many devotees observe a fast and engage in charitable acts such as offering food, clothes, and essentials to those in need. Acts of charity performed on this day are believed to bring lasting spiritual merit. In Jain tradition, this day marks the completion of long periods of fasting, where devotees break their fast with simplicity and gratitude.

• Offering Tulsi Leaves: Offering Tulsi leaves in prayers dedicated to Lord Vishnu is also considered highly auspicious, as Tulsi holds special significance in his worship.

• Holy Dip: Taking a holy dip in sacred rivers, especially the Ganges, is another important tradition. Devotees gather at pilgrimage sites seeking purification and blessings.

How is Akshaya Tritiya Celebrated Across India?

While the essence of Akshaya Tritiya remains the same, its celebrations vary across different regions of India.

• In Odisha, preparations for the famous Rath Yatra begin on this day.

• In Vrindavan (Uttar Pradesh), devotees gather at the Banke Bihari temple for special prayers and viewing of the deity.

• In Maharashtra, women exchange haldi and kumkum as a symbol of marital harmony and well-being.

• In West Bengal, Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped with great devotion, and buying gold is considered highly auspicious.

These regional traditions add cultural richness to the festival, making it a truly pan-Indian celebration.

Seek Guidance This Akshaya Tritiya

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