When is Hartalika Teej in 2026?

Hartalika Teej 2026 falls on Sunday, September 13.

Can unmarried girls observe Hartalika Teej Vrat?

Yes, unmarried girls observe this fast to pray for a good husband, following the example of Goddess Parvati.

Can we drink water during Hartalika Teej fast?

Traditionally, it is a Nirjala Vrat (without water). However, pregnant women and those with health issues can consume water and fruits.

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Hartalika Teej 2026: Date, Puja Muhurat, Vrat Katha &…

19 January 202612 February 2026
by Nishchay Chaturvedi

Hartalika Teej 2026: Date, Muhurat & Puja Vidhi

Hartalika Teej is one of the most sacred festivals for Hindu women, celebrating the divine union of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. Observed on the Tritiya Tithi of Bhadrapada Shukla Paksha, it is a day of deep devotion and penance.

Married women observe a Nirjala Vrat (fast without water) for the long life of their husbands, while unmarried girls fast to seek a suitable partner like Lord Shiva.

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📅 Hartalika Teej 2026 Shubh Muhurat

Hartalika Teej Date	September 13, 2026 (Sunday)
Morning Puja Muhurat	06:09 AM to 08:38 AM
Tritiya Tithi Begins	04:12 PM (Sep 12, 2026)

*Timings are based on IST (Bengaluru). Consult local Panchang for exact times.

Rules for Hartalika Teej Vrat

🚫 Nirjala Fast
Devotees abstain from food and water for 24 hours. The fast is broken only the next morning after Puja.

💄 Solah Shringar
Women dress in new clothes (Green/Red) and adorn themselves with jewelry and mehndi.

🌙 Night Vigil (Jagran)
It is customary to stay awake at night, singing bhajans and listening to Vrat Katha.

Hartalika Teej Puja Vidhi (Step-by-Step)

The main ritual involves worshipping idols of Lord Shiva and Parvati made from river sand or clay.

Preparation: Clean the puja area and decorate it with flowers and rangoli. Place a wooden chowki covered with a red cloth.
Idol Installation: Make three idols (Shiva, Parvati, Ganesha) from sand/clay and place them on the chowki.
Kalash Sthapana: Place a Kalash filled with water, betel nut, and a coin near the idols.
Offerings:
- Offer Bel Patra and Datura to Lord Shiva.
- Offer Suhag Pitari (Bangles, Sindoor, Mehndi, etc.) to Goddess Parvati.
Katha & Aarti: Listen to the Hartalika Teej Vrat Katha and perform the Aarti.

📜 The Legend (Vrat Katha)

The name ‘Hartalika’ comes from ‘Harat’ (abduction) and ‘Aalika’ (friend). Legend says Goddess Parvati’s friends took her deep into a forest to save her from marrying Lord Vishnu against her wish. There, she performed severe penance to win Lord Shiva. Pleased by her devotion, Shiva accepted her as his wife on this day.