Basant Panchami 2026 Date, Time, Muhurat and Significance: When will Saraswati Puja be Celebrated?

Basant Panchami 2026, also known as Saraswati Puja, will be celebrated on Friday, January 23rd across India. The main symbolism around the festival is the celebration of arrival of spring or the Vasant Ritu and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati who is the deity of knowledge, wisdom, learning, music, and arts.

As per the Hindu Drik Panchang, the Panchami Tithi begins early in the morning on January 23 the most auspicious day for Basant Panchami and Saraswati Puja celebrations in most parts of the country.

Basant Panchami 2026 Date and Panchami Tithi

The most auspicious Saraswati Puja Muhurat on Basant Panchami 2026 is during the daytime when Panchami Tithi and Madhyahna coincide. According to Drik Panchang

Panchami Tithi begins: 02:28 AM on January 23rd
Panchami Tithi ends: 01:46 AM on January 24th

Vasant Panchami Muhurat begins from 06:40 AM to 12:25 PM and the Madhyahna Moment: is 12:25 PM. So the entire Subh Muhurat is 5 hours 45 minutes long.

Since the Panchami Tithi is present during daytime on January 23, Basant Panchami 2026 will be observed on Friday, January 23, in North India and most other regions. Devotees are advised to perform Saraswati Puja during this time for maximum spiritual benefits.

Significance of Basant Panchami and Saraswati Puja

Basant Panchami has massive spiritual and cultural significance in Hinduism. It is the transition from winter to spring which symbolizes growth, and new beginnings. The festival is also associated with education and wisdom, as devotees worship Goddess Saraswati to seek blessings for learning & intellectual growth.

The day is also very highly auspicious for Vidyarambh (beginning of education for children), Starting new academic pursuits etc.

How Basant Panchami Is Celebrated in India

On Basant Panchami 2026, devotees traditionally wear yellow attire, as yellow is associated with energy, knowledge, and the spring season. Homes and temples are decorated with yellow flowers, and offerings include yellow sweets, fruits, and books placed near Goddess Saraswati's idol.