Rama Ekadashi 2026 Date: Is It November 4 Or 5? Exact Panchang Timings, Rituals And Parana Rituals

Rama Ekadashi falls on the eleventh lunar day of Krishna Paksha, the waning fortnight. It is usually associated with the month of Kartik in the Amanta calendar, while the Purnimanta tradition names the same day differently.

This year Rama Ekadashi will be observed on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Devotees on this day worship Lord Vishnu, observe a fast and pray for their well-being, prosperity and peace.

Rama Ekadashi 2026: Date, Tithi And Timings

According to Drik Panchang, Rama Ekadashi tithi and prana timings are:

Significance Of Rama Ekadashi in Kartik Month

Rama Ekadashi holds immense spiritual significance. This sacred Ekadashi got its name from Goddess Lakshmi, who is also known as Rama, the divine consort of Lord Vishnu.

According to the Brahma Vaivarta Purana, observing the Rama Ekadashi fast absolves sins, removes karmic burdens and brings prosperity, peace, and spiritual growth. It is also believed that observing a fast on this day has merits as much as performing 100 Rajasuya Yagyas or 1000 Ashvamedha Yagyas.

This sacred Ekadashi got its name from Goddess Lakshmi, who is also known as Rama (Image: Instgram/ukmax4k)

Step-By-Step Rama Ekadashi Puja Rituals (Vidhi)

Traditionally, these are the steps followed while observing the Rama Ekadashi fast:

Note: Rituals may vary according to family tradition.

1. A day before observing the fast, eat a simple, sattvic meal before sunset. Avoid grains, onion, and garlic.

2. On the day of the fast, wake up during Brahma Muhurta, take a holy bath and wear clean clothes, preferably in yellow.

3. Take a Sankalp to fast with pure intentions and devotion.

4. Offer tulsi leaves, yellow flowers, fruits, panchamrit, and incense to Lord Vishnu.

5. Recite the Rama Ekadashi vrat katha and Vishnu Sahasranama.

6. Light a ghee lamp and conclude the worship by performing Aarti.

7. Then stay awake or engage in devotional singing through the night if possible.

8. Break the fast the next day at prana time by first offering food to a Brahmin or the needy.

Rama Ekadashi is one of the important Ekadashi fasts observed in Hindu culture. Observing a fast on this day removes sins and brings peace and prosperity in the household.

FAQs

1. Can we eat rice on Rama Ekadashi?

No, rice on any Ekadashi is strictly avoided in Hindu tradition as it is believed to attract negative energies and disrupt the spiritual benefits of the fast.

2. What can you eat during Rama Ekadashi fast?

A Phalahar diet is recommended, which includes water, milk, fresh fruits, nuts, buckwheat (Kuttu), and Sabudana prepared with rock salt.