Kalashtami 2026: Adhikamas Kalashtami is on 8th June, know here the most auspicious time of puja and its glory.

By Samira Vishwas On Jun 8, 2026

When is Adhik Maas Kalashtami: Today, on June 8, the monthly Kalashtami of Adhikamas is being celebrated. In the religious scriptures, worship of Lord Kaal Bhairav and keeping fast on the day of monthly Kalashtami has been described. In religious scriptures, Kaal Bhairav is considered the god of tantra-mantra and destroyer of troubles.

It is believed that the fear of untimely death, negative powers and all kinds of troubles are removed from the lives of the devotees who observe fast on the day of Kalashtami with full devotion with a true heart.

Auspicious time of Kalashtami fast

According to the Panchang, Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha Adhikamas will begin today, Monday, June 08, at 03:24 AM.

This date will end on Tuesday, June 9 at 03:23 am.
In such a situation, keeping in view the Udaya Tithi, the fast of Kalashtami of Adhikamas will be observed on 08th June.

kalashtami puja time

There is a provision in the scriptures to worship Kalashtami fast during Pradosh Kaal. According to the Panchang, today on June 08, Pradosh Kaal will start at 6.30 pm, which will last till 7.30 pm. In such a situation, devotees will get 01 hour time for worship on this day.

Spiritual importance of Kalashtami

Dedicated to Kaal Bhairav Dev, the fierce form of Lord Shiva. Kalashtami fast It is kept on the Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha of every month. According to religious texts, whatever devotee worships Lord Kaal Bhairav with a true heart, his wishes are fulfilled.

Kaal Bhairav Has been considered the protector of time. It is believed that worshiping him protects the devotees from untimely death and maintains security and stability in life.

Do Kalashtami puja like this

Wake up early in the morning, take bath and pledge to fast in front of Kaal Bhairav.
Install the photo/idol of Lord Bhairav in the evening or at night in the home temple or by visiting the temple. They need Ganga water, milk,
Get the anointment done with curd, honey and ghee.
Offer kumkum, sandalwood, black sesame, flowers, and Imarti or Jalebi.
Light a mustard oil lamp.
Recite Bhairav Chalisa and perform Aarti at the end.

Kaal Bhairav Mantra

Om Kaalkalay Vidmahe, Tanno Kaal Bhairav: Prachodayat.
Om Hreem Batukay Aapduddharanaya Kuru Kuru Batukay Hreem.
Om Hreem Hreem Hreem Hreem Hreem Kshem Kshetrapalay Kalabhairavaya Namah.