Festival date and tithi
Hanuman Jayanti 2026
हनुमान जयंती
Birthday of Lord Hanuman, the devoted servant of Lord Rama.
At a glance
When is Hanuman Jayanti 2026?
Hanuman Jayanti 2026 is on Thursday, 2 April 2026. The Hindu date is Shukla Purnima, Chaitra.
- Date
- Thursday, 2 April 2026
- Hindu date
- Shukla Purnima, Chaitra
- Tithi checked at
- Sunrise
- Local timing
- Check your city Panchang because the date or timing can shift by location.
Why this date?
Falls on Chaitra Shukla Purnima (full moon in Chaitra month). The full moon of Chaitra is considered Hanuman's birth day, typically in April.
For 2026, Samvat resolves the observance to Thursday, 2 April 2026, with Shukla Purnima, Chaitra. The public festival calendar uses an India-baseline Panchang; personal observance can vary by location and family tradition.
Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculatedHanuman Jayanti 2026 tithi and Panchang details
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Celebrates Hanuman's strength, devotion, and selfless service.
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Common questions
What is the date of Hanuman Jayanti 2026?
Hanuman Jayanti 2026 is on Thursday, 2 April 2026. The Hindu date is Shukla Purnima, Chaitra.
What is the tithi for Hanuman Jayanti 2026?
Hanuman Jayanti is observed on Shukla Purnima, Chaitra. Samvat uses this Hindu date to calculate the 2026 calendar date.
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.