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Graha Pravesham Dates — 2026

Graha Pravesham is a sacred Hindu ritual performed before entering a new house for the first time. Selecting an auspicious muhurtham based on favourable nakshatras is believed to bring prosperity, peace, and positive energy to the home. Below is a carefully prepared list of auspicious Graha Pravesham dates and timings for 2026, following traditional panchangam principles.

Important Guidelines for Graha Pravesham

Graha Pravesham is generally performed during daytime after sunrise.
Nakshatra suitability is more important than the weekday.
Avoid Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, Amavasya, and inauspicious days unless guided by a priest.

Common Rituals Performed

Ganapathi Homam and Vastu Shanti pooja
Boiling milk until it overflows as a symbol of abundance
Entering the house with the right foot first

Auspicious Graha Pravesham Muhurthams – 2026

January 2026

Wed, Jan 14, 07:55 PM	Thu, Jan 15, 03:03 AM	Anuradha
Fri, Jan 23, 03:58 PM	Sat, Jan 24, 01:46 AM	Uttara Bhadrapada
Sun, Jan 25, 06:39 AM	Sun, Jan 25, 01:35 PM	Revati
Wed, Jan 28, 09:26 AM	Wed, Jan 28, 11:53 PM	Rohini

February 2026

Fri, Feb 6, 12:23 AM	Fri, Feb 6, 01:18 AM	Chitra, Hasta
Wed, Feb 11, 09:58 AM	Wed, Feb 11, 10:53 AM	Jyeshtha, Anuradha
Thu, Feb 19, 08:52 PM	Fri, Feb 20, 06:55 AM	Uttara Bhadrapada
Fri, Feb 20, 06:55 AM	Fri, Feb 20, 02:38 PM	Uttara Bhadrapada
Sat, Feb 21, 01:00 PM	Sat, Feb 21, 07:07 PM	Revati
Wed, Feb 25, 02:40 AM	Thu, Feb 26, 06:49 AM	Mrigashira
Thu, Feb 26, 06:49 AM	Thu, Feb 26, 12:11 PM	Mrigashira

March 2026

Wed, Mar 4, 07:39 AM	Thu, Mar 5, 06:42 AM	Uttara Phalguni
Thu, Mar 5, 06:42 AM	Thu, Mar 5, 08:17 AM	Uttara Phalguni
Fri, Mar 6, 09:29 AM	Fri, Mar 6, 05:53 PM	Chitra

April 2026

Mon, Apr 20, 05:57 AM

Mon, Apr 20, 07:27 AM

Rohini

May 2026

Mon, May 4, 05:49 AM	Mon, May 4, 09:58 AM	Anuradha
Fri, May 8, 12:21 PM	Fri, May 8, 09:20 PM	Uttara Ashadha
Wed, May 13, 05:45 AM	Wed, May 13, 01:29 PM	Uttara Bhadrapada

June 2026

Wed, Jun 24, 05:44 AM	Wed, Jun 24, 01:59 PM	Chitra
Fri, Jun 26, 10:22 PM	Sat, Jun 27, 05:44 AM	Anuradha
Sat, Jun 27, 05:44 AM	Sat, Jun 27, 10:11 PM	Anuradha

July 2026

Wed, Jul 1, 06:51 AM	Thu, Jul 2, 05:46 AM	Uttara Ashadha
Thu, Jul 2, 05:46 AM	Thu, Jul 2, 09:27 AM	Uttara Ashadha
Mon, Jul 6, 04:07 PM	Tue, Jul 7, 05:47 AM	Uttara Bhadrapada

November 2026

Wed, Nov 11, 06:19 AM	Wed, Nov 11, 11:38 AM	Anuradha
Sat, Nov 14, 08:24 PM	Sat, Nov 14, 11:23 PM	Uttara Ashadha
Fri, Nov 20, 06:56 AM	Sat, Nov 21, 06:24 AM	Uttara Bhadrapada
Sat, Nov 21, 06:24 AM	Sat, Nov 21, 06:31 AM	Revati, Uttara Bhadrapada
Wed, Nov 25, 06:27 AM	Thu, Nov 26, 06:27 AM	Rohini, Mrigashira
Thu, Nov 26, 06:27 AM	Thu, Nov 26, 05:47 PM	Mrigashira

December 2026

Wed, Dec 2, 10:51 PM	Thu, Dec 3, 06:31 AM	Uttara Phalguni
Thu, Dec 3, 06:31 AM	Thu, Dec 3, 09:23 AM	Uttara Phalguni
Fri, Dec 4, 10:22 AM	Fri, Dec 4, 11:44 PM	Chitra
Fri, Dec 11, 03:04 AM	Sat, Dec 12, 06:37 AM	Uttara Ashadha
Sat, Dec 12, 06:37 AM	Sat, Dec 12, 02:06 PM	Uttara Ashadha
Fri, Dec 18, 11:14 PM	Sat, Dec 19, 06:40 AM	Revati
Sat, Dec 19, 06:40 AM	Sat, Dec 19, 03:58 PM	Revati
Wed, Dec 30, 06:46 AM	Wed, Dec 30, 12:36 PM	Uttara Phalguni

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is nakshatra important for Graha Pravesham?

Nakshatras influence the energy of the time chosen. Auspicious nakshatras help ensure stability, prosperity, and harmony in the home.

Is night-time Graha Pravesham allowed?

Daytime muhurthams are preferred. Night-time Graha Pravesham should only be done after consulting a priest or astrologer.

Can Graha Pravesham be done without muhurtham?

While devotion is important, Graha Pravesham is traditionally performed during an auspicious muhurtham for long-term wellbeing.

Note: Timings are based on general panchangam references. Local sunrise, lagna, and family traditions may vary. Please consult your priest or astrologer for personalised muhurtham.