Gupt Navratri 2026: Dates and Rituals

Magh Gupt Navratri 2026: Magh Gupt Navratri, celebrated from January 19 to 28, 2026, honors the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Observed twice a year (Magha & Ashadha), this Navratri is a time for spiritual

practices, devotion, and inner reflection. While Chaitra and Sharad Navratri are widely known, Gupta Navratri is more private, celebrated by devotees and spiritual seekers.

Magh Gupt Navratri 2026 Dates And Goddess

• January 19 Monday: Ghatasthapana, Maa Shailputri
• Jan 20 Tuesday: Maa Brahmacharini
• Jan 21 Wednesday: Maa Chandraghanta
• Jan 22 Thursday: Maa Kushmanda
• Jan 23 Friday: Maa Skandamata
• Jan 24 Saturday: Maa Katyayani
• Jan 25 Sunday: Maa Kalaratri
• Jan 26 Monday: Durga Ashtami, Maa Mahagauri
• Jan 27 Tuesday: Siddhidatri Puja
• Jan 28 Wednesday: Dashami, Navratri Paran

Nine Forms of Goddess Durga

1. Devi Shailputri: After Goddess Sati’s self-immolation, she was reborn as Goddess Parvati, the daughter of King Himalaya. Since Shail means mountain in Sanskrit, she came to be known as Shailputri, the daughter of the mountain. She represents strength, stability, and devotion.
2. Devi Brahmacharini: In this form, Goddess Parvati is worshipped as a great ascetic. After taking birth at the home of Daksha Prajapati, she performed severe penance to attain Lord Shiva. Her unmarried form is revered as Goddess Brahmacharini, symbolising strictness, devotion, and self-control.
3. Devi Chandraghanta: After her marriage to Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati adorned a crescent moon (Chandra) on her forehead, giving rise to the name Chandraghanta. This form represents bravery and grace and is believed to protect devotees from negative energies.
4. Devi Kushmanda: It is believed that after taking the form of Siddhidatri, Goddess Parvati began residing in the core of the Sun to radiate energy into the universe. Gifted with the rare ability to live within the Sun, she is known as Goddess Kushmanda. Her radiant glow is as luminous as the Sun itself.
5. Devi Skandamata: When Goddess Parvati became the mother of Lord Skanda (Kartikeya), she was known as Goddess Skandamata. This form signifies maternal love, protection, and nurturing energy.
6. Devi Katyayani: To destroy the demon Mahishasura, Goddess Parvati took the form of Goddess Katyayani, one of her most powerful and warrior-like forms. In this form, the goddess represents courage and righteousness.
7. Devi Kalaratri: In order to destroy demons Shumbha and Nishumbha, Goddess Parvati shed her golden complexion, revealing her fiercest and most ferocious form, known as Goddess Kalaratri. She symbolises fearlessness, destruction of ignorance and protection from all negative forces.
8. Devi Mahagauri: According to Hindu scriptures, Goddess Shailputri was extremely beautiful at the age of sixteen and possessed a radiant, fair complexion. Due to this divine glow, she came to be known as Goddess Mahagauri.
9. Devi Siddhidatri: At the beginning of creation, Lord Rudra worshipped Adi-Parashakti to bring the universe into existence. The supreme Goddess, initially formless, appeared from the left half of Lord Shiva as Goddess Siddhidatri. She is believed to grant spiritual powers (siddhis) and ultimate wisdom.

Magh Gupt Navratri 2026: Puja Vidhi

• Place a barley-grown Kalash with a coconut in front of Maa Durga’s idol.
• Light Aakhand Jyot and perform Ganesh Puja.
• Conduct Varun, Vishnu, Shiva, Moon & Navagraha Puja, followed by Devi Path / Durga Saptashati recitation.
• Observe devotion, compassion, and mindfulness during rituals.

Magh Gupt Navratri 2026: Fasting Rules

1. Consume kuttu, singhara, sama, milk, fruits, potatoes, sabudana.
2. Avoid alcohol, tobacco, non-vegetarian food, and processed salt.
3. Follow celibacy, cleanliness, and abstain from cutting nails or hair.
4. Children, pregnant women, or the ill should avoid strict fasting.

Gupt Navratri Wishes 2026

• Navratri is the time to connect again with the divine energy we all possess. Happy Navratri!
• Every single day within the next nine days reminds us of how we survive negativity and absorb positivity. Happy Navratri!
• Subh Navratri. May you and your family be filled with love, light, and bliss during the nine days.
• Let your soul dance in the divine beat of Navratri. Happy Magh Gupt Navratri 2026!
• Celebrate the divine power of feminine forces with colours, joy, and spirituality. Happy Navratri!
• On this pious day, may Maa Durga bestow her blessings on your family with love and peace.
• Devotion, gratitude, and self-introspection are the real spirit of Navratri. Grab every moment to find out. Happy Navratri.
• Navratri presents an opportunity to stop, reflect, and get aligned with the divine power within.
• May the nine days of Navratri bring serenity, happiness, and inner strength to tackle all challenges.
• May the vibrant colours of Navratri inspire happiness and positivity in every step of your life. Happy Navratri!

Difference Between Chaitra, Sharad And Gupt Navratri

1. Sharadiya Navratri: Autumn, grand celebrations, idol immersion, Ramleela enactments.
2. Chaitra Navratri: Hindu New Year, March–April, fasting and worship.
3. Gupt Navratri: Private celebrations in Magha and Ashadha, focus on spiritual powers (siddhis) and moksha.