Masik Shivaratri

Masik Shivaratri Significance & Spiritual Meaning

Masik Shivaratri Mythology & Legend

Masik Shivaratri Puja Rituals & Vidhi

1. Observe a full-day or fruit-and-milk fast until the next morning.
2. Offer bilva leaves, milk, honey, and flowers to the Shiva Lingam.
3. Chant Om Namah Shivaya; perform four prahars of puja if possible.
4. Keep vigil at night; break the fast after sunrise.

Masik Shivaratri Mantras in Sanskrit

Masik Shivaratri Traditional Foods & Prasad

• ●Fruits
• ●Milk
• ●No grains during fast

Masik Shivaratri Regional Celebrations across India

Masik Shivaratri Do's & Don't's

Masik Shivaratri — Frequently Asked Questions

What is Masik Shivaratri?

Masik Shivaratri is the monthly Shivaratri observed on the Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of every month.

When is Masik Shivaratri 2026?

In 2026, Masik Shivaratri falls on Thursday, 16 April 2026.

What are the Masik Shivaratri puja rituals?

Observe a full-day or fruit-and-milk fast until the next morning.; Offer bilva leaves, milk, honey, and flowers to the Shiva Lingam.; Chant Om Namah Shivaya; perform four prahars of puja if possible.; Keep vigil at night; break the fast after sunrise.

What to eat on Masik Shivaratri?

Fruits, Milk, No grains during fast

What should you do on Masik Shivaratri?

Fast and worship Shiva; Offer bilva; Chant mantras

What should you avoid on Masik Shivaratri?

Do not eat grains; Avoid sleep at night; Do not skip puja

Which deity is worshipped on Masik Shivaratri?

Masik Shivaratri is dedicated to Shiva.

Upcoming Masik Shivaratri Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond

Masik Shivaratri is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.

Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)