Bhai Dooj 2026
Yama Dwitiya
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
The closing day of Diwali, kept in the afternoon of Kartik Shukla Dwitiya, the day after Govardhan Puja: sisters apply a tilak on their brothers' foreheads and pray for their long life; brothers give gifts in return. Yama dined with his sister Yamuna on this day.
Puja Muhurat · Aparahna
13:09 – 15:19
2h 10m
The tilak is applied in the afternoon, Aparahna, while Dwitiya stands.
Tithi Shukla Dvitiya till 15:53
Lunar month Kartik · Shukla Paksha
- Sunrise
- 06:40
- Sunset
- 17:29
- Moonrise
- 08:31
Timings for New Delhi, India
See full panchangAlso on this day
Every other observance and vrat kept on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, each with its own time.
Also known as: Kalam Dawat Puja
On Bhai Dooj the Kayastha community worships Chitragupta, keeper of every soul's deeds, along with pen and inkpot; no writing is done until the puja is over.
Festivals around this day
Every festival, observance and vrat from ten days before to ten days after, so the whole season is on one page.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Bhai Dooj in 2026?
- In 2026, Bhai Dooj is on Wednesday, 11 November. The tithi is Shukla Dvitiya.
- What is the puja muhurat for Bhai Dooj 2026?
- On Wednesday, 11 November in New Delhi: Aparahna · 13:09 – 15:19. The tilak is applied in the afternoon, Aparahna, while Dwitiya stands. Timings shift by a few minutes in other cities.
- What else is observed on Bhai Dooj 2026?
- Also on Wednesday, 11 November: Chitragupta Puja.
