Gupt Navratri 2026: When will Ashadh Gupt Navratri start? Know the exact date, method of worship, importance and auspicious time

Tezzbuzz Desk: In Sanatan Dharma, the festival of Navratri is considered very sacred and powerful. Like Chaitra and Shardiya Navratri, Ashadh Gupt Navratri is also dedicated to the worship of Mother Shakti. However, compared to other Navratri, the nature of Gupt Navratri is considered different. During this period, public celebrations are less and the devotees perform Tantra-Mantra, Sadhana and special pujas secretly. According to religious beliefs, this time is considered very auspicious for gaining spiritual power and fulfilling wishes.

When will Ashadh Gupt Navratri 2026 start?

According to the Hindu calendar, Gupt Navratri starts from the Pratipada date of Shukla Paksha of Ashadha month. In the year 2026, Ashadh Gupt Navratri will start from 15th July and continue till 23rd July. In these nine days, along with the nine forms of Maa Durga, the worship of ten Mahavidyas is also considered to be of special importance. Devotees worship the Mother Goddess by fasting for nine days.

Gupt Navratri is known by many names

Ashadh Gupta Navratri is known by many names in different regions. It is also called Shakambhari Navratri, Varahi Navratri, Gayatri Navratri and Bhadrakali Navratri. According to religious beliefs, worshiping Goddess Shakti during these days protects one from negative powers and the seeker receives special spiritual energy.

Which goddess will be worshiped on which day?

Different forms of Goddess Durga are worshiped during the nine days of Gupt Navratri.
Mother Shailputri will be worshiped on Pratipada date on 15th July.
Mother Brahmacharini will be worshiped on Dwitiya on 16th July.
Mother Chandraghanta will be worshiped on Tritiya on 17th July.
There is a tradition of worshiping Goddess Kushmanda and Skandamata on Chaturthi and Panchami Tithi on 18th July.
Mother Katyayani will be worshiped on Shashthi on 19th July.
Maa Kalratri will be worshiped on Saptami on 20th July.
Special worship of Maa Mahagauri will be done on Ashtami Tithi on 21st July.
Gupt Navratri will conclude with the worship of Maa Siddhidatri on Navami on 22nd and 23rd July.

Festival of Tantra Sadhana and Secret Worship

Gupta Navratri is considered especially important for Tantra Sadhana and Gupta worship. It is believed that the sadhana done during this time gets proved quickly. Many seekers perform special mantra chanting, tantric rituals and Devi Sadhana during these days. According to religious belief, this festival is considered very effective for victory over enemies, fulfillment of wishes and awakening of spiritual power.

How to worship Gupt Navratri?

On the first day of Gupt Navratri, Kalash is established with rituals. After this, Goddess Durga is worshiped every morning and evening. Sadhaks recite Durga Saptashati, chant mantras and do special sadhanas. Many people observe fast for nine days and end the fast by worshiping Kanya on Ashtami or Navami Tithi. There is a religious belief that with devotion and regular worship, Mother Durga fulfills all the wishes of the devotees.

These nine days are considered very special for spiritual practice.

According to astrology and religious beliefs, the nine days of Gupt Navratri are considered extremely auspicious for spiritual practice and attaining spiritual energy. This is the reason why many seekers perform special rituals and worship Goddess during this time. It is believed that worshiping Mother Shakti during these days removes obstacles in life and provides happiness, prosperity and positive energy.