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The date of Basant Panchami holds special significance as it is dedicated to the goddess of knowledge and the arts. On this day, devotees worship Goddess
Saraswati. This year, Basant Panchami is considered especially auspicious because the Moon will be transiting Pisces. At the same time, Jupiter will be placed in the fourth house from the Moon. Due to this, a highly favourable planetary combination is forming on Basant Panchami. This date is also considered very beneficial for students. The festival also marks the arrival of the spring season. Let us understand in detail when Basant Panchami and Saraswati Puja will be observed, the auspicious timings and the yogas formed on this day.
When is Basant Panchami 2026?
According to the Hindu calendar, the Magh Shukla Panchami tithi will begin at 2:29 am on Thursday, 22 January, and will end at 1:47 am on Friday, 23 January. As per the scriptures, Basant Panchami will be celebrated on 23 January, and Goddess Saraswati will be worshipped on this day. Performing the puja is believed to enhance knowledge, creativity and intellect, and helps devotees receive the blessings of Goddess Saraswati.Auspicious combination on Basant Panchami 2026
On Friday, 23 January, which is Basant Panchami, the Moon will transit into Pisces. With Jupiter positioned in the fourth house from the Moon, the auspicious Gajakesari Yoga is being formed. The formation of Gajakesari Yoga when the Moon is placed in the sign of Jupiter is considered extremely favourable. This combination is especially beneficial for students. On Basant Panchami, the time from 8:33 am to 11:13 am will be the most suitable for beginning education-related activities.Saraswati Puja 2026 Auspicious Timings
On Basant Panchami, the most favourable time to perform Saraswati Puja will be from 9:53 am to 11:13 am. On this day, people worship Goddess Saraswati with proper rituals at their homes, colleges, schools and workplaces, and pray for wisdom and learning. During the puja, offerings such as sindoor, adornment items and gulal are made to the goddess. This day also marks the official beginning of the spring season.Labh Choghadiya: 8:33 am to 9:53 am
Amrit Choghadiya: 9:53 am to 11:53 am
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