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Adhik Maas Purnima 2026: Date, 33 Malpua Daan & Purushottam Puja<\/span><\/h1>\n

Adhik Maas Purnima 2026<\/strong> (also known as Purushottam Purnima<\/em>) is a rare celestial occurrence that happens only once every 3 years. In 2026, the extra month is Adhik Jyeshtha<\/strong>, making this Purnima the most powerful day for Lord Vishnu worship in the entire 33-month cycle.<\/p>\n

Unlike regular months, this “Extra Month” is governed directly by Lord Purushottam (Vishnu)<\/strong>. Vedic scriptures state that performing Japa<\/em>, Tapa<\/em>, or Satyanarayan Puja<\/em> on this day washes away sins of the past three years and yields 1000x more merit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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This Purnima is rare. Don’t miss the chance to perform Satyanarayan Katha<\/strong><\/a> or Vishnu Sahasranama<\/strong><\/a> during the Adhik Maas.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udcc5 Adhik Maas Purnima 2026 Date & Muhurat<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The Purnima Tithi falls in the middle of the Adhik Jyeshtha month. Note that the Vrat (Fast)<\/strong> is observed on Saturday, while the Snan-Daan (Bath\/Charity)<\/strong> is on Sunday.<\/p>\n

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Event<\/strong><\/th>\nDate & Time (IST)<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Adhik Purnima Date (Snan\/Daan)<\/strong><\/td>\nMay 31, 2026 (Sunday)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Satyanarayan Vrat Date<\/strong><\/td>\nMay 30, 2026 (Saturday) Evening<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Purnima Tithi Begins<\/strong><\/td>\n11:57 AM on May 30, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Purnima Tithi Ends<\/strong><\/td>\n02:14 PM on May 31, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

*Note: Since the Purnima Tithi is active during the evening (Pradosh Kaal) of May 30th, the Satyanarayan Puja is best performed on Saturday evening.<\/em><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd2d What is Adhik Maas (Mal Maas)?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The Hindu lunar calendar consists of ~354 days, while the solar year has ~365 days. To bridge this 11-day gap, an extra month (Adhik Maas) is added approximately every 32.5 months.<\/p>\n

Why “Purushottam Maas”?<\/strong>
\nInitially, this month was considered Mal<\/em> (unclean) because no solar transitions (Sankranti) occur during it. Auspicious events like weddings are forbidden. Seeing this, Lord Vishnu adopted the month and named it Purushottam Maas<\/strong>, declaring that anyone who worships Him during this time will attain Vaikuntha.<\/p>\n

\ud83e\ude94 3 Essential Rituals for Adhik Purnima<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Since material rituals (weddings, mundan) are prohibited, focus entirely on spiritual upliftment:<\/p>\n

1. The “33 Malpua” Daan (Secret Ritual)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The most unique remedy for Adhik Maas is donating 33 Malpuas<\/strong> (sweet pancakes) placed in a bronze vessel (Kansa) to a Brahmin. It is believed to bring immense prosperity and blessings to the family lineage.<\/p>\n

2. Deepdaan (Offering Lamps)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Lighting 33 lamps<\/strong> (representing 33 koti deities) in a temple or near a Tulsi plant is highly auspicious on this Purnima.<\/p>\n

3. Satyanarayan Puja<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Performing the Satyanarayan Katha<\/a><\/strong> on Adhik Purnima is believed to be equal to performing 1000 Pujas in regular months.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd49\ufe0f Mantras for Purushottam Maas<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Vishnu Mool Mantra:<\/strong>
\n“Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”<\/em><\/p>\n

Govardhan Dharam Mantra:<\/strong>
\n“Govardhana Dharam Vande, Gopalam Gopa Rupinam, Gokulotsava Meeshanam, Govindam Gopika Priyam”<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\u2753 Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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1. Can we perform Griha Pravesh or Marriage in Adhik Maas 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n

No. Adhik Maas<\/a> (May 17 – June 15, 2026) is considered “Mal Maas” for material beginnings. Weddings, Griha Pravesh, and Mundan are strictly prohibited. Focus only on Pujas, Homas, and Charity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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2. When should I do Satyanarayan Puja: May 30 or May 31?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The best time for Satyanarayan Puja is during Pradosh Kaal (Evening)<\/strong>. Since Purnima Tithi is present on the evening of May 30, it is the best day for the Puja. May 31 is best for Snan (Bath) and Daan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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3. What is the special donation (Daan) for this month?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Donating 33 Malpuas<\/strong> in a bronze or copper vessel to a Brahmin is the traditional remedy to seek Lord Vishnu’s blessings in Adhik Maas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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