Festival guide
Durga Ashtami
दुर्गा अष्टमी
Eighth day of Sharad Navaratri dedicated to Goddess Durga.
At a glance
How is Durga Ashtami dated?
Durga Ashtami 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: Maha Ashtami, Durgashtami.
Yearly reference
Durga Ashtami dates by year
Choose a year for the exact Gregorian date, Hindu date, observance rule, and related calendar links.
Why this date?
Falls on Ashwin Shukla Ashtami, the eighth tithi of the bright fortnight during Sharad Navaratri.
Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculatedDurga Ashtami tithi and Panchang details
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Lunar tithiCategory
Major festivalNakshatra
Uttara AshadhaDietary practice
FastingSignificance
One of the most important days of Navaratri worship.
Traditions and Regions
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Common questions
How is Durga Ashtami dated?
Durga Ashtami 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 Durga Ashtami?
The Hindu date is calculated separately each year from the tithi, paksha, and Hindu month for Durga Ashtami. 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.