Festival guide
Dev Diwali
देव दीपावली
Diwali of the Gods. Celebrated 15 days after Diwali.
At a glance
How is Dev Diwali dated?
Dev Diwali is an annual Hindu observance whose Gregorian date can change each year. Samvat calculates each year's date from its tithi Panchang rule; choose a year for the exact date and tithi.
Also known as: Dev Deepawali, Kartik Purnima.
Yearly reference
Dev Diwali dates by year
Choose a year for the exact Gregorian date, Hindu date, observance rule, and related calendar links.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Shukla Purnima (full moon in Kartik month). Exactly 15 days after Diwali (Amavasya), when the moon reaches full phase, typically in November.
Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculatedDev Diwali tithi and Panchang details
Date determined by
Lunar tithiCategory
Major festivalNakshatra
KrittikaDietary practice
No specific restrictionSignificance
Gods descend to celebrate Diwali. Special celebration in Varanasi.
Traditions and Regions
Traditions
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Common questions
How is Dev Diwali dated?
Dev Diwali is an annual Hindu observance whose Gregorian date can change each year. Samvat calculates each year's date from its tithi Panchang rule; choose a year for the exact date and tithi.
What is the tithi for Dev Diwali?
The Hindu date is calculated separately each year from the tithi, paksha, and Hindu month for Dev Diwali. Choose a year above to see the details.
Can the date differ by city?
Yes. Panchang values depend on sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and timezone. Samvat's public festival page uses an India-baseline calculation; local observance can differ by city, sampradaya, or family tradition.