Festival guide
Kalabhairav Jayanti
कालभैरव जयंती
Appearance day of Lord Kalabhairava, a fierce form of Shiva.
At a glance
How is Kalabhairav Jayanti dated?
Kalabhairav Jayanti 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.
Yearly reference
Kalabhairav Jayanti dates by year
Choose a year for the exact Gregorian date, Hindu date, observance rule, and related calendar links.
Why this date?
Falls on Margashirsha Krishna Ashtami, with many observances centered on the night period.
Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculatedKalabhairav Jayanti tithi and Panchang details
Date determined by
Lunar tithiCategory
Major festivalNakshatra
MaghaDietary practice
FastingSignificance
Important for Shiva devotees and especially associated with Kashi.
Traditions and Regions
Traditions
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Common questions
How is Kalabhairav Jayanti dated?
Kalabhairav Jayanti 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 Kalabhairav Jayanti?
The Hindu date is calculated separately each year from the tithi, paksha, and Hindu month for Kalabhairav Jayanti. 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.