Nirjala Ekadashi 2026: The exact date of Nirjala Ekadashi has arrived, note these 5 important rules

When is Nirjala Ekadashi 2026: After Padmini Ekadashi fast, Nirjala Ekadashi fast will now be observed. In Skanda Purana, Nirjala Ekadashi has been described as the most important and best Ekadashi of the year. Every year, the fast of Nirjala Ekadashi is observed on the Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month. In the year 2026, Nirjala Ekadashi will be celebrated on 25th June.

Spiritual significance of Nirjala Ekadashi fast

in Skanda Purana Nirjala Ekadashi The glory of fasting has been described. It is believed that fasting on this day with devotion gives the same virtuous results as on all the Ekadashis of the entire year. It is said that this removes a person’s sins, diseases and financial problems.

Nirjala Ekadashi fast date and auspicious time

According to the astrological calendar, the date of Nirjala Ekadashi will start on June 24, 2026 at 6:12 pm and end on June 25, 2026 at 8:09 pm. The auspicious time for worshiping Lord Vishnu on this day will be from 10:39 am to 2:09 pm. During this period, devotees can worship Shri Hari with full devotion.

fasting time

The fast of Nirjala Ekadashi will be broken on 26 June 2026 between 5:25 am to 8:13 am. Whereas Dwadashi Tithi will remain till 10:22 pm.

What are the rules related to fasting on Nirjala Ekadashi?

• do not eat vindictive food

In the scriptures, Nirjala Ekadashi is considered special among all the Ekadashis, because it is the most difficult and virtuous fast. It is believed that on this day, one should not consume tamasic food, garlic, onion and grains. Otherwise, fasting does not yield results.

• give up water

As is clear from the name, in this fast, both food and water are completely abandoned from sunrise to sunrise of the next day i.e. Dwadashi.

• do not eat rice

Like other Ekadashis, on Nirjala Ekadashi also any member of the house rice consumption Should not do. According to mythological beliefs, eating rice on this day leads to birth in the vagina of a crawling creature. Therefore, do not make the mistake of eating rice on this day.

• worship lord vishnu

On the day of Ekadashi, worship Lord Vishnu (especially his Vaman incarnation) with proper rituals in the morning and evening. Reciting Vishnu Sahastranam is considered extremely auspicious.

• do charity

On the day of Nirjala Ekadashi, donating a pot filled with water, fruits, umbrella and clothes to the needy or Brahmins has special significance.

• Break the fast on Dwadashi

The fast should be concluded on the next day (Dwadashi Tithi) at an auspicious time by giving donations to Brahmins and eating satvik food (Paran).

• keep your mind calm

According to the scriptures, fasting on Nirjala Ekadashi is not considered sufficient, but on this day it is also considered necessary to keep the mind calm, stay away from anger and speak sweet words. By chanting the mantras of Lord Vishnu, doing bhajan-kirtan and doing charity, one gets the full results of the fast.