Maha Shivratri 2025: When is Mahashivratri? Date, time, shubh muhurat, Shivratri parana time and all you need to know
Maha Shivratri 2025: Celebrate the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri with full knowledge of its correct date, time, shubh muhurat, and parana time.
Maha Shivratri 2025: The holy festival of Mahashivratri, also spelt as Maha Shivratri, is one of the most auspicious festivals for Hindu devotees. On this day, people seek the blessings of Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati and offer their prayers by visiting temples. Shivratri holds great religious and spiritual significance. The festival also celebrates the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati - the reincarnation of Sati.
If you and your loved ones are observing the festival, you should know about the correct date, shubh muhurat and also the parana time in case you observe the auspicious Shivratri vrat. Learn more below.
Maha Shivratri 2025 Date: When is Mahashivratri?
Every year, devotees of Lord Shiva observe the auspicious festival of Maha Shivratri in the Hindu month of Phalguna (February-March) on the fourteenth night of the waning moon. This year, Shivratri falls on February 26.
Maha Shivratri 2025: Shubh muhurat and parana time
As per Drik Panchang, here are the auspicious timings you need to remember during Shivratri:
| Muhurat | Timings |
|---|---|
| Chaturdashi Tithi Begins | 11:08 am on February 26 |
| Chaturdashi Tithi Ends | 8:54 am on February 27 |
| Nishita Kaal puja time | 12:09 am to 12:59 am, February 27 |
| Shivaratri Parana (breaking the fast) Time | 6:48 am to 8:54 am |
| Ratri First Prahar Puja Time | 6:19 pm to 9:26 pm |
| Ratri Second Prahar Puja Time | 9:26 pm to 12:34 am, February 27 |
| Ratri Third Prahar Puja Time | 12:34 am to 3:41 am, February 27 |
| Ratri Fourth Prahar Puja Time | 3:41 am to 6:48 am, February 27 |
Meanwhile, during Shivratri, devotees observe a rigorous nirjala vrat (fasting without water) to show their commitment, self-control, and devotion. They also chant ‘Om Namah Shivaya’, sing religious hymns to honour Lord Shiva, visit temples, present offerings to Lord Shiva and Maa Paravti, and seek blessings of the God and Goddess. Devotees also give a bath to the Shiva Lingam with water, milk, honey, curd, and ghee.
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