Tulsi Vivah 2026: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Significance & Puja Vidhi

Tulsi Vivah is a unique and auspicious Hindu festival that marks the ceremonial marriage of the holy Tulsi plant (Holy Basil) with Lord Shaligram (a form of Lord Vishnu). This divine union signifies the end of the monsoon season and the beginning of the Hindu wedding season.

Celebrated annually between Prabodhini Ekadashi and Kartik Purnima, this festival holds immense spiritual importance. Devotees believe that performing this ceremony brings harmony, prosperity, and marital bliss to the household.

Tulsi Vivah 2026 Date & Muhurat

In 2026, Tulsi Vivah will be celebrated on Saturday, November 21, 2026. The auspicious Dwadashi Tithi falls on this day.

*Note: Timings are based on IST. Please consult a local Pandit for exact local muhurat.

Significance & The Legend of Vrinda

According to the Padma Purana, Tulsi was originally a woman named Vrinda, the devoted wife of the demon king Jalandhar. Her piety made Jalandhar invincible. To defeat him, Lord Vishnu had to break her chastity in disguise. Realizing the trick, Vrinda cursed Vishnu to turn into a stone (Shaligram) and immolated herself. From her ashes grew the Tulsi plant.

To honor her devotion, Lord Vishnu promised to marry her in her Tulsi form every year as Shaligram. This union is celebrated as Tulsi Vivah.

• Wedding Season Opener: It marks the start of the auspicious Hindu wedding season.
• Kanyadaan Merit: Performing Tulsi Vivah is believed to grant the same merit (Punya) as performing Kanyadaan (giving away a daughter in marriage).
• Spiritual Purity: Tulsi is revered as “Vishnupriya” (Beloved of Vishnu) and brings health, wealth, and moksha.

Tulsi Vivah Puja Vidhi: How to Celebrate?

The ceremony mimics a traditional Hindu wedding.

1. Preparation of the Mandap

Decorate the area around the Tulsi plant with rangoli and flowers. Create a small mandap using sugarcane stalks. The Tulsi plant is the bride, and the Shaligram stone (or Vishnu idol) is the groom.

2. Shringar (Adornment)

Wrap a red cloth (Chunri) around the Tulsi pot and adorn it with bangles, bindi, and jewelry. Dress the Shaligram in a yellow cloth (Dhoti).

3. The Wedding Rituals

• Tie a sacred yellow thread (Gathbandhan) linking the Tulsi and Shaligram.
• Chant “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya” and perform the marriage rites.
• Shower the couple with Akshat (rice mixed with turmeric) and vermilion.
• Offer special Naivedya (Bhog) including sweet potato, tamarind, and amla.

4. Aarti & Prasad

Perform the Tulsi Aarti and distribute Prasad to family members. It is customary for the couple performing the puja to observe a fast until the ceremony concludes.

Book Puja Services with SmartPuja

Finding a Pandit who knows the specific Tulsi Vivah Vidhi and mantras can be challenging. SmartPuja solves this by connecting you with verified Vedic Pandits.

We Offer:

• ✅ Experienced Pandits: For Home and Temple Pujas.
• ✅ Complete Samagri: We bring all required items (except perishables).
• ✅ Language Choice: Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions