Ram Navami 2026: Shri Ram Navami symbolises the birth anniversary of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This day is observed on the ninth day of Chaitra Shukla Paksha and on the last day of Chaitra Navratri. On the special occasion of Rama Navami, devotees perform pujas in temples, worship Lord Rama, recite Ramayana and observe a fast.
Let us know when Shri Ram Navami will be observed this year - March 26 or 27. Additionally, check out all the important information regarding the correct date, significance and other important details regarding the birth anniversary of Lord Ram.
Ram Navami 2026: 26 Or 27 March, When Is Shri Ram Janmotsav? Check Correct Date
According to the Panchang, Shri Ram Navami will be observed on 27th March 2026. Navami tithi begins at 11:49 AM on 26th March 2026 and ends at 10:07 AM on 27th March 2026.
However, the Smarta sect will observe Shri Ram Navami on 26th March 2026.
Ram Navami 2026: Shubh Muhurat
The Madhyahna Shubh Muhurat for Ram Navami is from 11:13 AM to 01:41 PM. The exact Madhyahna Moment is at 12:27 PM as per the Panchang.
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Ram Navami is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Shri Rama. It is said that Lord Vishnu took his seventh incarnation on the Chaitra Shukla Paksha Navami tithi. (Image Source: Gemini AI)
Ram Navami 2026: Significance
It is mentioned in the Valmiki Ramayana that King Dasaratha had performed the Putrakameshti yajna, and after the yajna, Lord Rama was born on the afternoon of Chaitra Shukla Navami. That is why even today, the main puja of Ram Navami is performed at 12 pm. In the Middle Ages, Tulsidas' Ramcharitmanas popularised this festival among the masses. Today, the devotees across the country are observing fasts, reading Ramayana, and performing bhajans and kirtans on this day. The life of Lord Rama inspires us to follow the path of truth and dignity.
Ram Navami 2026: Rituals
The most important tradition followed on the occasion of Ram Navami is the celebration of the birth anniversary of Lord Rama at 'Abhijit Muhurat' in the afternoon. While celebrating the festival of Ram Navami in temples such as Ayodhya, the joyous occasion is celebrated by blowing conch shells and swinging cradles. The devotees observe the Nirahara or Phalahar fast by meditating on the qualities of Maryada Purushottam.
On this occasion, 'Akhand Ramayana' is recited and Ram Raksha Stotra is chanted. The idol of the Lord is bathed with Panchamrit and dressed in beautiful clothes. A special tradition is observed in South India by distributing ‘pankam’, which is jaggery syrup, which cools the body.
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Since the Bhakti period, the significance of taking out grand processions and doing charity on this day has increased. Food and clothes are given to the poor as charity. This is not only celebrated as the birth anniversary of the lord, but also a resolution to follow the path of righteousness and truth.
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