Festival guide
Nag Panchami
नाग पंचमी
Worship of Nagas and serpent deities during Shravana.
At a glance
How is Nag Panchami dated?
Nag Panchami 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: Nagpanchami, Naag Panchami.
Yearly reference
Nag Panchami dates by year
Choose a year for the exact Gregorian date, Hindu date, observance rule, and related calendar links.
Why this date?
Falls on Shravana Shukla Panchami, the fifth tithi of the bright fortnight in Shravana.
Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculatedNag Panchami tithi and Panchang details
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Lunar tithiCategory
Major festivalNakshatra
ChitraDietary practice
Vegetarian foodSignificance
Seeks protection and blessings from serpent deities associated with fertility and water.
Traditions and Regions
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Common questions
How is Nag Panchami dated?
Nag Panchami 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 Nag Panchami?
The Hindu date is calculated separately each year from the tithi, paksha, and Hindu month for Nag Panchami. 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.