Kamika Ekadashi 2026 in India: Vrat Date, Muhurat & Katha
Vrat Date (Ekadashi)
09-08-2026
Parana (Fast Break)
10-08-2026
In 2026, the auspicious Kamika Ekadashi will be observed on 09-08-2026. According to Vedic Panchang, the Ekadashi Tithi begins at 2026-08-08 13:59 and ends at 2026-08-09 11:05. Devotees should break their fast during the Parana window of 05:35 - 08:01 on 10-08-2026 for successful completion of the Vrat.
📅 Detailed Muhurat for 2026
Tithi Starts
08-08-2026 | 13:59
Tithi Ends
09-08-2026 | 11:05
Hari Vasara End
09-08-2026 | 16:19
About Kamika Ekadashi
Kamika Ekadashi is observed during the Krishna Paksha of the sacred month of Shravana. This Ekadashi holds a distinctive status in the Vedic tradition as it is the only Ekadashi that falls during the auspicious month of Sawan. According to the Brahmanda Purana, the merits of this fast were narrated by Lord Brahma to Narada Muni, emphasizing that even the mere hearing of its glories can lead to spiritual liberation. The legend of Kamika Ekadashi tells the story of a person who accidentally committed a grave sin against a spiritual seeker. Seeking redemption, he was advised by sages to observe the Kamika Vrat during Shravana. Through sincere devotion and the mercy of Lord Vishnu, his heavy karmic burden was dissolved. The narrative underscores that while karma is inevitable, sincere repentance and divine grace through Kamika Ekadashi can restore a soul's purity and lost spiritual path.
Pooja Vidhi (Rituals)
Wake up before sunrise and meditate on Lord Vishnu as 'Sridhara'.
Take a holy bath, symbolizing the cleansing of internal and external impurities.
Offer Tulsi leaves, sandalwood, and seasonal fruits to the Divine.
Light an Akhanda Deep (lamp) if possible, as lighting lamps on this day is highly meritorious.
Abstain from grains, beans, and non-sattvic food throughout the day.
Engage in 'Japa' of the Mahamantra or 'Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya'.
Dedicate the evening to devotional songs and reading the Kamika Vrat Katha.
Benefits of this Fast
- ✓ Erases the most deep-seated sins and karmic obstacles.
- ✓ Provides mental peace and protection against emotional turbulence.
- ✓ Equivalent to the merit of visiting all major holy pilgrimages.
- ✓ Ensures the well-being of the ancestors and their spiritual ascent.
- ✓ Grants material prosperity followed by spiritual liberation (Moksha).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is lighting a lamp special on Kamika Ekadashi?
Scriptures state that lighting a Ghee lamp for Lord Vishnu on this day ensures that one's ancestors can reside in heaven with nectar (Amrit).
Q: Can we worship Lord Shiva on this day as well?
Absolutely. Since it falls in Shravana, worshipping both Hari (Vishnu) and Hara (Shiva) brings immense balance and peace.
Q: What is the presiding form of Lord Vishnu for this day?
Lord Vishnu is primarily worshipped in His 'Sridhara' form on Kamika Ekadashi.