Pitru Paksha 2026: Pitru Paksha begins on September 26; know the correct dates for Shraddh and the simple method for Tarpan..

Pitru Paksha holds immense spiritual significance in Hinduism. According to the Hindu calendar, this period begins on the *Pratipada Tithi* (first day) of the *Krishna Paksha* (waning phase of the moon) in the month of Ashwin and concludes exactly 15 days later on *Amavasya* (the new moon day).

According to belief, the souls of ancestors visit Earth in various forms during Pitru Paksha. Therefore, religious rituals such as *Tarpan*, *Shraddha*, and *Pind Daan* are performed to express reverence, devotion, and dedication towards them. These rituals satiate the souls of the ancestors and ensure the family is blessed with happiness, prosperity, and peace.

When does Pitru Paksha begin in 2026?

According to astrological calculations, the month of Ashwin commences after the full moon (*Purnima*) of the Bhadrapada month. In 2026, the *Pratipada Tithi* of the Ashwin *Krishna Paksha* begins at 10:18 PM on September 26. This period will conclude on October 10, 2026, the day of *Sarvapitri Amavasya*.

Religious Significance of Pitru Paksha
According to religious scriptures, the *Shraddha* and *Tarpan* rituals performed during Pitru Paksha please the ancestors, who in turn bless their descendants with happiness and well-being.

It is also believed that these rituals bestow longevity, wealth, knowledge, the joy of progeny, and overall prosperity in life. Furthermore, the individual attains mental peace and spiritual balance. Pitru Paksha 2026

Key dates for Shraddh during Pitru Paksha

26 September 2026: Purnima Shraddh

27 September 2026: Pratipada Shraddh

28 September 2026: Dwitiya Shraddh

29 September 2026: Tritiya Shraddh

30 September 2026: Chaturthi and Panchami Shraddh

1 October 2026: Shashthi Shraddh

2 October 2026: Saptami Shraddh

3 October 2026: Ashtami Shraddh

4 October 2026: Navami Shraddh

5 October 2026: Dashami Shraddh

6 October 2026: Ekadashi Shraddh

7 October 2026: Dwadashi and Magh Shraddh

8 October 2026: Trayodashi Shraddh

9 October 2026: Chaturdashi Shraddh

10 October 2026: Sarvapitra Amavasya

Method of performing Tarpan

Performing Tarpan daily or on the death anniversary of ancestors during Pitru Paksha is considered auspicious. Water is offered in the afternoon while facing south. While performing Tarpan, one should mix black sesame seeds into the water, hold Kush grass in hand, and remember the ancestors with reverence.

Donating food, clothes, and other items, as well as feeding Brahmins after the Tarpan ritual, is considered highly meritorious. This ensures the continued blessings of ancestors and maintains an atmosphere of happiness and prosperity in the home.

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