Hanuman Jayanti 2026
Hanuman Jayanti 2026: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi, and Significance
This year, Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
This day marks the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman (the Vanara God), who embodies strength, devotion, and selfless service. The festival of Hanuman Jayanti occurs on the Purnima (full moon) of Chaitra and is one of the most powerful days for generating spiritual protection and providing physical energy.
The Thursday on which the birth of Lord Hanuman is celebrated is governed by Jupiter, which is associated with wisdom and includes Lord Hanuman (as the God of all Gods) as one of the chief deities providing these benefits. You can find the Tithi transitions for your location in our Monthly Panchang.
Hanuman Jayanti 2026: Shubh Muhurat & Tithi Timings
| Event | Timing / Tithi |
| Festival Date | April 2, 2026 |
| Purnima Tithi Begins | 07:06 AM on Apr 01, 2026 |
| Purnima Tithi Ends | 07:41 AM on Apr 02, 2026 |
| Brahma Muhurat (Best for Puja) | 04:38 AM to 05:25 AM |
| Rahu Kaal (To Avoid) | 01:59 PM to 03:32 PM |
AstroZindagi Tip: On Hanuman Jayanti in 2026, if you are feeling stuck in life, use red sandalwood paste to write “Jai Shri Ram” on a leaf from a peepal tree and offer it as a gift at a Hanuman Temple for an ancient remedy to open doors that have remained closed for long periods of time.
Astrological Significance of Hanuman Jayanti 2026
Hanuman Jayanti is an important day to study Vedic Astrology because Hanuman is associated with the “Sankat Mochan” (the removal of sorrows).
Lord Hanuman was born to Anjana and Kesari with the blessings of Vayu Dev (the Wind God), according to many of the Puranas. Spiritually, he is representative of the mastery over the five elements and the mastery over the human mind.
Astrologically speaking, the planetary alignment will be especially important for those experiencing the malefic effects of Shani (Saturn).
According to legend, Lord Hanuman rescued the nine planets from being captured by the demon king Ravana. Shortly after saving his beloved bride and returning to his Cosmic Spirit, Shani Dev promised that those who would worship Lord Hanuman would be spared from Shani Dev’s harsh gaze.
The Purnima Tithi for Hanuman Jayanti will end early Thursday morning, allowing the effects of the Nakshatras to promote both courage and victory over hidden enemies. Worshipping Lord Hanuman during this auspicious time helps balance the Vayu (air) element in the body, promoting better health and mental clarity.
How to Celebrate Hanuman Jayanti 2026 – Step by Step Instructions
The way of worshipping Bajrangbali is based on having the correct intention and developing body control. Devotees often fast on this day to cultivate the quality known as brahmacharya, or self-discipline.
Purification and Sthapana: Get up during Brahma Muhurat and take a Ritual Bath. Wear clean clothes in red or orange, as these colours represent Lord Hanuman. Clean your puja area and set up the idol or picture of Lord Hanuman, with his face facing either the East or South. Use a Tilak made with orange vermilion (sindoor) mixed with Jasmine oil (Chameli Tel) to apply it to the idol.
Offerings and Rituals: You may also present red flowers, such as Hibiscus, and a garland of Tulsi leaves. Lord Hanuman is fond of sweets shaped like a Gada (mace), Besan Laddus, bananas, and Motichoor Laddus as special bhog. Light a mustard oil lamp and burn incense before you begin your prayers.
Mantra Chanting and Path: Repetition of the Hanuman Chalisa is the most effective way to make Lord Hanuman happy. If you have an extra amount of time, you can recite the Sundarkand or Bajrang Baan for many great benefits of mental power. This powerful mantra may be chanted 108 times: Om Hanumate Namah (Translation: I bow to you, Lord, who embodies power and divine love).
Hanuman Jayanti 2026: Remedies for Your Zodiac (Rashi Upay)
Below is a list of Upays (remedies) for every Moon sign (Chandra rashi) to help them achieve protection and success on Hanuman Jayanti 2026.
Aries (Mesha): Offer a red flag at a Hanuman Mandir to direct your energy toward success in your career.
Taurus (Vrishabha): Donate jasmine oil and orange dye to a temple to help establish a stable financial foundation and better relationships with siblings.
Gemini (Mithuna): Sit beneath a Peepal tree and recite the Hanuman Chalisa to help clear away confusion and enhance your decision making ability.
Cancer (Karka): Offer a 108-tulsi leaf garland to Lord Hanuman to provide yourself with the spiritual and emotional strength necessary to protect and support your family from all negative forces.
Leo (Simha): Donate red fruit and sweets to those in need to strengthen the placement of the Sun in your astrological chart to provide you with authority and respect among your peers in society.
Virgo (Kanya): Offer a mixture of black sesame seeds and jaggery to Lord Hanuman to help remove health issues and debts.
Libra (Tula): Light a diya with jasmine oil and recite the Ram Raksha Stotra to restore harmony and material abundance to your life.
Scorpio (Vrishchika): Offer “Chola”, which is the red vermilion that coats the idol of Lord Hanuman, to be provided with courage to compete with others and for success at the time.
Sagittarius (Dhanu): Donate yellow sweets or Chana Dal to a temple to align both your wisdom and your actions so that you will be successful both spiritually and materially.
Capricorn (Makara): Dedicate one lamp of mustard oil to Lord Hanuman in a temple every evening to alleviate the negative effects of Saturn’s transit.
Aquarius (Kumbha): Donate black cloth and charcoal to the temple to remove unexpected obstacles in your career and assist you in creating success that is innovative and achieved differently.
Pisces (Meena): Donate a red copy of the Ramayan, or any religious scripture, to a student to inspire them to be protected by the energy of Lord Hanuman, so that they have peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can the Hanuman Jayanti puja be performed at home?
You can perform puja at home; the only criterion is that the place where you do your puja should be in a “Satvik” atmosphere. You should have cleaned the area thoroughly beforehand, and at least have one small picture of Lord Rama next to the image of Hanuman, because Hanuman feels happiest when you chant the name of Lord Rama.
What can we eat when doing the Hanuman Jayanti fast?
Most people fast from sunrise until sunset on this holy day. During this fast, you may consume milk, fruits, and “Phalahari.” Many of the devotees who fast on this day eat just one meal that contains sweets (as per their tradition) and also abstain from salt entirely so that they can uphold the sanctity of the “Vrat.”
Why do we offer sindoor to Lord Hanuman?
According to the legend, Hanuman witnessed Goddess Sita applying sindoor to her hair and asked her why she was doing so; she replied that it kept Lord Rama alive. In his devotion to Lord Rama, he decided to put sindoor all over his body so that Lord Rama would always live. Therefore, we offer it back to Him as a mark of our devotion to Him.
What is the importance of Hanuman Chalisa?
The Hanuman Chalisa, written by Tulsidas, comprises 40 verses that protect those who recite it and provide peace of mind and healing from disease. When recited daily, especially on Hanuman Jayanti, the Hanuman Chalisa will remove fear and give the devotee “Ashta Siddhis” (8 supernatural powers).
