When does Magha Gupt Navratri begin? Know the auspicious time of January 19 or 20
Astrology News: Navratri holds special significance in Hinduism. This nine-day festival is dedicated to the worship of Shakti (divine feminine energy). According to the Hindu calendar, Navratri is celebrated four times a year. In addition to Chaitra and Sharadiya Navratri, there are also two Gupt Navratris. According to the Panchang, the first Gupt Navratri falls in the month of Magha and the second in the month of Ashadha. During Gupt Navratri, in addition to the nine forms of Goddess Durga, the ten Mahavidyas (ten great knowledge goddesses) of Goddess Bhagwati Durga are worshipped.
When is Magh Navratri?
Astrologer Dr. Anish Vyas, Director of Pal Balaji Astrology Institute, Jaipur, Jodhpur, explained that Gupt Navratri is celebrated from the first day (Pratipada) to the ninth day (Navami) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) of the month of Magh. According to the Panchang, this year Magh Gupt Navratri will begin on January 19th and end on January 27th. This Gupt Navratri will begin under the auspicious conjunction of Sarvarthasiddhi Yoga, and the concluding day, January 27th, will also be marked by Sarvarthasiddhi and Ravi Yoga. Importantly, auspicious and auspicious activities can be performed during these nine days, which were not possible due to the setting of Venus. Auspicious activities performed during these nine days will be fruitful. During these nine days, the ten Mahavidyas – Kali, Tara, Tripura Sundari, Bhuvaneshwari, Chhinnamasta, Tripura Bhairavi, Dhumavati, Baglamukhi, Matangi, and Kamala – will be secretly worshipped.
Learn about the significance of Gupt Navratri from Astrologer Anish Vyas
Astrologer Dr. Anish Vyas explained that Gupt Navratri runs from the first day (Pratipada) to the ninth day (Navami) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) of the month of Magh. Devotees worship Goddess Durga for nine days, performing secret rituals and tantric practices. Gupt Navratri is considered significant for secret practices and the attainment of spiritual powers. There are four Navratris in a year: two Gupt Navratris and two Sharadiya Navratris. Gupt Navratri occurs in the months of Magha and Ashadha, while Sharadiya Navratri occurs in the months of Chaitra and Ashwin. The Devi Bhagavata Mahapuran mentions these four Navratris for the worship of Goddess Durga.
Magha Gupt Navratri
Start of Pratipada Tithi: January 19, 2026, Monday, 01:21 AM.
End of Pratipada Tithi: January 20, 2026, Tuesday, 02:14 AM.
According to the Udayatithi: Magha Gupt Navratri will begin on January 19, 2026.
Auspicious time for Ghatasthapana (Kalash installation)
Ghatasthapana Muhurta: 7:14 AM to 10:46 AM.
Abhijit Muhurta: 12:11 PM to 12:53 PM.
Magha Gupt Navratri Begins
Astrologer Dr. Anish Vyas explained that according to the Panchang calculations, Gupt Navratri will begin on Monday, January 19th, on the Pratipada Tithi, under the influence of Uttarashadha Nakshatra, Vajra Yoga, and the Moon in Capricorn. During the afternoon, during the auspicious Abhijit Muhurta, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga will form. Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga is considered to bring success to every auspicious task. Auspicious and auspicious works performed during this Yoga fulfill wishes. Beginning spiritual practices and worship during this Yoga yields quick results.
Combination of Four Ravi Yogas
Astrologer Dr. Anish Vyas explained that during the Gupt Navratri period from Pratipada to Navami of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) of the month of Magha, two Sarvartha Siddhi Yogas and four Ravi Yogas form. This is especially significant for seekers and devotees. During this period, the Sun is in the Uttarayan state, which is considered best for auspicious and auspicious works. This time, the planetary positions are also very favorable, which can bring auspicious and desired results for spiritual practice. This year, during the nine days of Navratri, there is a combination of two Sarvartha Siddhi Yogas and four Ravi Yogas.
January 19: Kumar Yoga, Sarvartha Siddhi
January 20: Dwipa Pushkar Yoga, Raja Yoga
January 21: Raja Yoga, Ravi Yoga
January 22: Ravi Yoga
January 23: Kumar Yoga, Ravi Yoga
January 24: Ravi Yoga
January 25: Ravi Yoga, Sarvartha Siddhi
January 27: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga.
Sadhana during Gupt Navratri
Astrologer Dr. Anish Vyas explains that while Goddess Bhagwati is worshipped in her motherly form during Prakat Navratri, various forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped in their powerful, Shakti form during Gupt Navratri.
It is believed that spiritual practices performed during Gupt Navratri should not be disclosed to anyone. That is why these days are called “Gupt” Navratri. Secret rituals are performed for nine days during Gupt Navratri. Ten forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped during these days.
Materials
Astrologer Dr. Anish Vyas explains that the following items will be needed: an idol or picture of Goddess Durga, vermilion, saffron, camphor, barley, incense sticks, clothing, a mirror, a comb, bangles, fragrant oil, a garland of mango leaves, red flowers, durva grass, henna, a bindi, a whole betel nut, turmeric root and ground turmeric, a wooden plank, a mat, a stool, roli (red powder), a sacred thread, a garland of flowers, vine leaves, lotus seeds, barley, a garland, a lamp, a lamp wick, prasad, honey, sugar, five types of dried fruits, nutmeg, mace, a coconut, a mat, sand, soil, a betel leaf, cloves, cardamom, an earthen or brass vessel, havan samagri, a puja thali, a white cloth, milk, yogurt, seasonal fruits, white and yellow mustard seeds, Ganga water, etc.
How to Worship Goddess Durga
Astrologer and horoscope analyst Dr. Anish Vyas explains that during Gupt Navratri, Tantriks and Aghoris worship Goddess Durga at midnight. An idol or picture of Goddess Durga is installed, and red vermillion and a scarf with a golden border are offered. Afterward, the puja materials are placed at the feet of the Goddess.
