Dhanteras, one of the most auspicious occasions for buying gold and silver, is being celebrated on Friday, November 6, 2026. The festival marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali celebrations and is traditionally associated with wealth, prosperity and good fortune.
While the Trayodashi Tithi extends into the morning of November 7, Dhanteras is being observed on November 6 as the evening Pradosh period, considered auspicious for the festival’s rituals, falls on Friday.
For those planning to purchase gold or silver, the buying muhurat begins at 10:30 AM on November 6 and continues until 6:37 AM on November 7, according to the shared Panchang details.
Dhanteras 2026: Lakshmi-Kubera puja muhurat
Lakshmi-Kubera puja is an important ritual observed on Dhanteras. Devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and Lord Kubera, the deity associated with prosperity, seeking financial stability and abundance.
Here are the city-wise puja timings:
- Delhi: 6:02 PM to 7:57 PM
- Jaipur: 6:11 PM to 8:07 PM
- Chennai: 6:14 PM to 8:10 PM
- Hyderabad: 6:15 PM to 8:13 PM
- Pune: 6:32 PM to 8:31 PM
Dhanteras 2026: Gold and silver buying muhurat
According to the shared Panchang timings, the auspicious window for purchasing gold and silver opens at 10:30 AM on November 6 and continues until 6:37 AM on November 7.
Many people consider Dhanteras an auspicious occasion to purchase gold coins, jewellery, silver utensils and other precious metals as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune.
Things to check before buying gold and silver
Before purchasing gold or silver this Dhanteras, buyers should keep a few important things in mind:
- Check the BIS hallmark and six-digit HUID on gold jewellery.
- Compare the prevailing gold rate, making charges and GST before making a purchase.
- For silver purchases, check the purity and ensure that the weight and price are clearly mentioned on the bill.
- Always ask for a proper invoice and verify the details before completing the transaction.
As families prepare for the festive season, Dhanteras remains an important occasion for traditional purchases, prayers and welcoming prosperity into their homes.