Sharad Purnima on October 25: moonrise time and Lakshmi puja muhurat

Kojagiri Purnima, considered highly sacred in Hindu religion and tradition, will be observed this year on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The full moon of the Shukla Paksha of the month of Ashwin is also called Sharad Purnima, Raas Purnima and Kaumudi Vrat.

According to mythological and religious belief, on this special night the moon showers nectar on the earth with all its 16 phases.

This time, the auspicious Nishita Kaal muhurat is available for the Lakshmi puja. The puja muhurat runs from 11:40 pm to 12:31 am, a total of 51 minutes. Those who plan to perform the puja should check the exact muhurat with the panchang of their area.

Viewing the moon has special significance on this night. According to the information available, moonrise on October 25, 2026 is at 4:55 pm. However, the actual moonrise time may vary from city to city.

The word "Kojagiri" comes from the well-known Sanskrit question "Ko jagarti?", which literally means "Who is awake?". It is religiously believed that on this night Goddess Lakshmi herself roams the earth and sees who is awake, worshipping her and chanting her name. For this reason, keeping a night vigil is considered very important. To receive the goddess's blessings and to have happiness and prosperity in the home always, devotees sing bhajans and kirtans through the night and view the moon.

The tradition of leaving kheer in the moonlight on this night is also a feature of the festival. The kheer is prepared, kept in the moonlight for some time and then eaten as prasad. The practice has religious significance. However, the way of keeping the kheer and the method of worship may differ from region to region.

On Kojagiri Purnima, the following are commonly done: the moon is viewed and worshipped at night, kheer is prepared and kept in the moonlight, Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped with prayers for happiness and prosperity, and many devotees sing bhajans and kirtans, chant the divine name and keep the night vigil.

The tithi, moonrise time and Lakshmi puja muhurat may vary according to the local panchang, geographical location and religious tradition. Devotees should therefore confirm the exact timings with the panchang of their area or a local priest before the puja.