Namkaran Muhurat 2026

The most auspicious namkaran muhurat dates in 2026 are listed above with their exact time windows, nakshatra and tithi. Dates marked "excellent" have all Panchang elements favourably aligned.

A namkaran muhurat is selected using the Hindu Panchang — the nakshatra (lunar mansion), tithi (lunar day), weekday, yoga and karana — while avoiding inauspicious periods like Rahu Kaal and Bhadra. Namkaran is the Hindu naming ceremony where the baby receives their name based on nakshatra, rashi, and family tradition. It is usually performed on the 11th or 12th day after birth.

Key guidelines: Traditionally done on the 11th or 12th day after birth; Shukla Paksha preferred; Favorable nakshatras: Ashwini, Rohini, Mrigashira, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Shravana, Revati.