Festival date and tithi
Narak Chaturdashi 2026
नरक चतुर्दशी
Diwali-season observance commemorating Krishna's victory over Narakasura.
At a glance
When is Narak Chaturdashi 2026?
Narak Chaturdashi 2026 is on Sunday, 8 November 2026. The Hindu date is Krishna Chaturdashi, Kartik.
Also known as: Choti Diwali 2026, Kali Chaudas 2026, Roop Chaudas 2026.
- Date
- Sunday, 8 November 2026
- Hindu date
- Krishna Chaturdashi, Kartik
- Tithi checked at
- Sunrise
- Local timing
- Check your city Panchang because the date or timing can shift by location.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Krishna Chaturdashi, the fourteenth tithi of the dark fortnight before Amavasya.
For 2026, Samvat resolves the observance to Sunday, 8 November 2026, with Krishna Chaturdashi, Kartik. The public festival calendar uses an India-baseline Panchang; personal observance can vary by location and family tradition.
Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculatedNarak Chaturdashi 2026 tithi and Panchang details
Date determined by
Lunar tithiCategory
Major festivalNakshatra
SwatiDietary practice
No specific restrictionSignificance
Also known as Kali Chaudas or Choti Diwali in many regions.
Traditions and Regions
Traditions
Observed in
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Common questions
What is the date of Narak Chaturdashi 2026?
Narak Chaturdashi 2026 is on Sunday, 8 November 2026. The Hindu date is Krishna Chaturdashi, Kartik.
What is the tithi for Narak Chaturdashi 2026?
Narak Chaturdashi is observed on Krishna Chaturdashi, Kartik. 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.