अक्षय तृतीया
Akshaya Tritiya
The day of unending good fortune, when gold is bought and new ventures are begun without needing a muhurat.
About Akshaya Tritiya
Akshaya Tritiya falls on Vaishakha Shukla Tritiya. Akshaya means that which never diminishes, and any good deed, purchase or charity on this day is believed to grow without end.
It is one of the few days considered auspicious through the whole day, so weddings, griha pravesh and new businesses are started without a separate muhurat. It is also Parashurama Jayanti.
How to celebrate
Worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi in the morning.
Buy gold, silver or something lasting for the home.
Donate water pots, fans, rice, curd and food, as summer is at its peak.
Start any new work, investment or study you have planned.
Questions
When is Akshaya Tritiya in 2026?
Akshaya Tritiya 2026 is on Sunday, 19 April 2026. Shukla Tritiya tithi begins at 10:49 AM on Sunday 19 April and ends at 7:27 AM on Monday 20 April IST.
What is the Akshaya Tritiya muhurat in 2026?
In New Delhi, the morning puja muhurat (purvahna) is from 5:51 AM to 12:20 PM IST. Pick your city in the timings card to see local times.
Do I need a muhurat on Akshaya Tritiya?
No. The whole day is considered a self-auspicious muhurat, though the morning puja time is preferred for worship.
Why is gold bought on Akshaya Tritiya?
Wealth gained on this day is believed to keep growing. Gold, as lasting wealth, is the traditional purchase.
Around Akshaya Tritiya
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- Rama EkadashiThu 5 Nov
- DhanterasFri 6 Nov
- DiwaliSun 8 Nov
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