Navratri Day 7 2026: Which Mantra To Chant For Maa Kalaratri? Know Puja Vidhi And Bhog

The seventh day of Navratri is dedicated to Maa Kalaratri, the fiercest, most powerful form of Devi Shakti. She represents the destruction of darkness, fear, and negativity.

Maa Kalaratri is also known as Shubhankari, as she ensures that good deeds yield positive results. Worshipping her on Saptami of Navratri is believed to protect devotees from evil energies and provide them strength and courage.

Here is your complete guide to Maa Kalaratri Puja on Day 7, including tithi, puja muhurat, mantras, preferred bhog, and spiritual significance.

Navratri Day 7: Date And Auspicious Timings

Day 7 of Sharad Navratri is on October 17, 2026, which corresponds to Saptami. According to Drik Panchang, the auspicious timings for the puja rituals are:

Chaturthi Tithi begins: October 17, 2026, at 05:55 AM
Chaturthi Tithi ends: October 18, 2026, until full night
Brahma Muhurta: October 17, 2026, 04:43 AM to 05:33 AM
Rahu Kalam (Inauspicious Time): October 17, 2026, 09:15 AM to 10:40 AM
Abhijit Muhurat: October 17, 2026, 11:43 AM to 12:29 PM

Who Is Maa Kalaratri? Significance Of The 7th Avatar

Maa Kalaratri is depicted with a dark black complexion, four arms, and three glowing eyes that radiate light. She rides a donkey and holds a sword and an iron hook in her left hands, while her right hands remain in the Abhaya and Varada mudras.

Despite her fierce appearance, she is called Shubhankari because her protective energy is directed solely at destroying demon forces (Rakhtabeej) to keep her devotees completely safe. It is believed that the planet Shani is governed by Goddess Kalaratri.

Worshipping her is also believed to awaken the Sahasrara chakra, which dissolves fears, psychic harm, black magic, and distress.

Maa Kalaratri is depicted with a dark black complexion, four arms, and three glowing eyes that radiate light (Image: Instagram/aiartera)

Powerful Maa Kalaratri Mantras

To invite peace, ward off evil, and eliminate anxiety, recite these mantras during your morning or evening puja:

1. Prayer Mantra

एकवेणी जपाकर्णपूरा नग्ना खरास्थिता।
लम्बोष्ठी कर्णिकाकर्णी तैलाभ्यक्त शरीरिणी॥
वामपादोल्लसल्लोह लताकण्टकभूषणा।
वर्धन मूर्धध्वजा कृष्णा कालरात्रिर्भयङ्करी॥

Ekaveṇī Japākarṇapūrā Nagnā Kharāsthithā
Lambōṣṭhī Karṇikākarṇī Tailābhyaktā Śarīriṇī
Vāmapādōllasallōhasulākaṇṭakabhūṣaṇā
Vardhanadhūrdhamadhvajā Kalarātrirbhayakarī

2. Primary Mantra

ॐ देवी कालरात्र्यै नमः

Om Devi Kalaratrayai Namah

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Which Colour Should Be Worn On Day 7 Of Navratri?

For Sharadiya Navratri 2026, the auspicious colour for Day 7 is Grey. This colour represents stillness, balance and steadiness.

Devotees should wear Grey or incorporate the colour into their festive Puja arrangements to align their energies with the Goddess.

Maa Kalaratri Puja Vidhi And Rituals

Follow this sacred step-by-step ritual for performing the Day 7 Puja at home:

1. Devotees should wake up during Brahma Muhurat, bathe, and wear fresh, clean clothes (preferably Grey).
2. Clean the puja space and place an idol or image of Goddess Kalaratri.
3. Light a diya (lamp) filled with pure desi ghee or mustard oil.
3. Offer fresh red flowers, kumkum, akshat, and incense.
4. Offer raw Jaggery or sweets prepared with jaggery to the Goddess.
5. Then recite the Maa Kalaratri mantras at least 108 times, followed by the Durga Chalisa and the Maa Kalaratri Aarti.
6. Conclude the worship by expressing your gratitude towards the deity.
7. Distribute the Jaggery Bhog among family members as Prasad.

Why Jaggery (Gud) Is Offered As Bhog?

According to sacred texts, offering Jaggery on the 7th day of Navratri pleases Maa Kalaratri immensely. It is believed to remove physical ailments, overcome poverty, and bring positive energy in personal and professional life.

Offering jaggery on the 7th day of Navratri pleases Maa Kalaratri (Image: Pexels)

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Worshipping Maa Kalaratri on Day 7 of Navratri reminds devotees that fear is only an illusion. True fearlessness comes when we surrender to God, recognising that time (Kaal) is in the hands of the Divine.

FAQs

1. What is the special colour for Navratri Day 7?

The designated colour for Day 7 is Grey, representing steadiness and balance.

2. What should be done if you suffer from nightmares or fear?

Chanting the Om Devi Kalaratrayai Namah mantra 108 times on the night of Day 7 is traditionally practised to eliminate phobias, anxiety, and bad dreams.