Is Ram Navami on March 26 or 27? Check correct date, timings and Madhyahna muhurat

Ram Navami, one of the most sacred Hindu festivals, commemorates the birth of Lord Shri Ram, who is considered the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This sacred festival is observed with great devotion all over India on the day of Navami Tithi in the month of Chaitra, in the Shukla Paksha.

When is Ram Navami this year?

Confusion has prevailed regarding whether Ram Navami will fall on March 26 or March 27 in the year 2026. According to the Hindu calendar, Ram Navami will be celebrated on March 26, 2026, as the Madhyahna muhurat, which is considered the most sacred time for the celebration of Lord Ram’s birth, will fall on this day.

Navami Tithi begins: March 26, 2026, at 11:48 AM

Navami Tithi ends: March 27, 2026, at 10:06 AM

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Madhyahna Muhurat: March 26, 2026, from 11:13 AM to 01:41 PM

Madhyahna moment: Around 12:27 PM

However, in Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram, celebrations are often aligned with local traditions, and the festival will be observed on March 27, 2026.

Significance of Ram Navami

Ram Navami also coincides with the last day of Chaitra Navratri. Lord Ram was born to King Dasharath and Queen Kaushalya in Ayodhya, according to the beliefs of the Hindus. Lord Ram is believed to be a symbol of righteousness, truth, and ideal behaviour and is called the Maryada Purushottam.

This is a very spiritually significant day as the devotees commemorate the life and teachings of Lord Ram, which still influence moral and ethical values.

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Puja rituals and observances

Devotees start the day early by taking a holy bath and visiting the temples of Lord Ram. Recital of Ramacharitmanas is also organised in several homes and temples.

As Ram Navami coincides with the end of Navratri, devotees also perform Kanya Pujan, where they invite girls and offer them food, clothes, and other gifts. Charity is also a part of this day.

Ram Navami is a day filled with devotion, prayers, and participation, reflecting the continued reverence for Lord Ram in the minds of people over the years.