Hindu Marriage Dates in 2026

If you are planning a wedding in 2026, you are probably already hearing a lot of opinions from relatives, friends, priests, and even WhatsApp forwards about which months are good, which months are bad, and when weddings should or should not happen.

That is completely natural.

A Hindu wedding is not just an event. It is a sacred moment that brings together two people, two families, and generations of traditions.

Parents see it as the culmination of years of responsibility and love. For the bride and groom, it is the beginning of a new life filled with hopes, dreams, and shared memories.

Because marriage is such an important samskara, most families want to choose a proper muhurat, a time that is supportive, peaceful, and astrologically favourable for married life.

This blog explains the Hindu marriage dates in 2026 in a clear, simple, and practical way, based on authentic Panchang calculations.

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How Marriage Muhurats Are Decided in 2026

Many people think marriage dates are decided only by looking at the calendar or avoiding a few “bad months”. In reality, it is much more detailed than that.

When astrologers calculate marriage muhurats, they carefully look at several factors together. Each factor plays a role in ensuring harmony, stability, and long-term happiness in marriage.

Some of the most important things considered are:

The nakshatra (star) on the wedding day
The tithi (lunar day)
The yoga present on that day
The positions and strength of planets, especially Jupiter and Venus
The lagna (ascendant) at the time of marriage
The koota matching and birth stars of the bride and groom

Only when these factors support each other is a date selected as a marriage muhurat.

Situations That Are Avoided for Marriage

Even if a date looks good on the calendar, it is avoided for marriage when certain unfavourable combinations occur.

For example, marriage is not recommended when:

The Moon is in Mesha (Aries) Lagna, with Rahu and Mars placed in the eighth house
All planets are crowded in the seventh house
The Moon and another planet occupy the same nakshatra
Shalaka Vedha is present
Benefic aspects of Jupiter and Venus are missing
The date is unfavourable with respect to the groom’s birth star
The seventh koota is afflicted in both horoscopes

These combinations are carefully checked and filtered out before finalising any marriage muhurat.

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Auspicious Nakshatras for Marriage in 2026

In Hindu astrology, the nakshatra plays a very important role in marriage. Certain stars naturally support emotional bonding, family growth, and stability.

The following nakshatras are considered favourable for marriage in 2026:

Rohini
Makam (Magha)
Atham (Hasta)
Chothi (Swati)
Anizham (Anuradha)
Moolam (Mula)
Makiryam (Mrigashira)
Uthram (Uttara Phalguni)
Uthradam (Uttara Ashadha)
Uthrattathi (Uttara Bhadrapada)
Revathi

When marriage happens under these stars, it is believed to support understanding, prosperity, and mutual respect between the couple.

Favourable Tithis for Marriage

Along with the star, the lunar day or tithi is also checked.

The following tithis are considered good for marriage ceremonies:

Dwitheeya
Thritheeya
Panchami
Sapthami
Dasami
Ekadasi
Thrayodasi

These tithis are traditionally associated with growth, positivity, and new beginnings.

Yogas That Are Avoided for Marriage

Not all days with good stars and tithis are suitable. Some yogas create obstacles or instability and are therefore avoided.

Marriage is not performed when the following Nithya Yogas occur:

Vishkamba, Athigandha, Soola, Gandha, Vyaghata, Vajra, Vyathipatha, Parikha, Vaidhrithi

Months That Are Considered Highly Favourable

There is a common belief that certain months are completely unsuitable for marriage. However, when planetary strength and Panchang rules are properly applied, several months are actually very supportive.
Marriage is considered highly favourable during:

Ashtami tithi of Krishna Paksha
Periods when Jupiter and Venus are strong and youthful
The months of:
- Chingam (Leo)
- Thulam (Libra)
- Vrischikam (Scorpio)
- Makaram (Capricorn)
- First half of Meenam (Pisces)
- Medam (Aries)
- Idavam (Taurus)
- Mithunam (Gemini)

This shows why it is always better to rely on proper Panchang calculation rather than general assumptions.

Marriage Muhurats in 2026 (Month-wise)

Below are the authentic marriage muhurat dates for 2026, listed month by month for easy reference.

January 2026 Marriage Dates

January may surprise many people, but it does have several good marriage muhurats.

January 7 (Wednesday) – Makam (Magha)
January 12 (Wednesday) – Chothi (Swati)
January 16 (Friday) – Moolam (Mula)
January 23 (Friday) – Uthrattathi (Uttara Bhadrapada)
January 25 (Sunday) – Revathi
January 28 (Wednesday) – Rohini

February 2026 Marriage Dates

February continues to be a popular and pleasant wedding month.

February 6 (Friday) – Atham (Hasta)
February 20 (Friday) – Uthrattathi (Uttara Bhadrapada)
February 22 (Sunday) – Aswathi
February 26 (Friday) – Makiryam (Mrigashira)

March 2026 Marriage Dates

March 8 (Sunday) – Chothi
March 16 (Monday) – Avittom
March 20 (Friday) – Revathi
March 25 (Wednesday) – Makiryam (Mrigashira)

April 2026 Marriage Dates

April offers several auspicious options before peak summer.

April 3 (Friday) – Chithra
April 12 (Sunday) – Thiruvonam
April 13 (Monday) – Avittom
April 15 (Wednesday) – Uthrattathi (Uttara Bhadrapada)
April 20 (Monday) – Rohini
April 26 (Sunday) – Makam (Magha)
April 29 (Wednesday) – Atham (Hasta)

May 2026 Marriage Dates

May 3 (Sunday) – Anizham
May 6 (Wednesday) – Moolam (Mula)
May 18 (Monday) – Rohini
May 28 (Thursday) – Chithira

June 2026 Marriage Dates

June 5 (Friday) – Thiruvonam
June 10 (Wednesday) – Uthrattathi (Uttara Bhadrapada)
June 11 (Thursday) – Revathi
June 19 (Friday) – Makam (Magha)
June 21 (Sunday) – Uthram (Uttara Phalguni)
June 24 (Wednesday) – Chithra
June 25 (Thursday) – Chothi (Swati)

July 2026 Marriage Dates

July 1 (Wednesday) – Uthradam
July 9 (Thursday) – Aswathi
July 12 (Sunday) – Rohini
July 20 (Monday) – Atham (Hasta)
July 24 (Friday) – Anizham
July 26 (Sunday) – Moolam (Mula)
July 31 (Friday) – Avittam

August 2026 Marriage Dates

August 3 (Monday) – Uthrattathi (Uttara Bhadrapada)
August 9 (Sunday) – Makiryam (Mrigashira)
August 19 (Wednesday) – Chothi
August 23 (Sunday) – Moolam (Mula)
August 26 (Wednesday) – Thiruvonam

September 2026 Marriage Dates

September 13 (Sunday) – Atham (Hasta)
September 14 (Monday) – Chithra
September 21 (Monday) – Uthradam
September 24 (Monday) – Revathi

October 2026 Marriage Dates

October 1 (Thursday) – Rohini
October 28 (Wednesday) – Rohini
October 30 (Friday) – Makiryam (Mrigashira)

November 2026 Marriage Dates

November 5 (Thursday) – Uthram (Uttara Phalguni)
November 12 (Thursday) – Moolam (Mula)
November 25 (Wednesday) – Rohini
November 26 (Thursday) – Makiryam (Mrigashira)
November 30 (Monday) – Makam (Magha)

December 2026 Marriage Dates

December 3 (Thursday) – Uthram (Uttara Phalguni)
December 4 (Friday) – Atham (Hasta)
December 6 (Sunday) – Chothi (Swati)
December 14 (Monday) – Avittom
December 20 (Thursday) – Uthram (Uttara Phalguni)
December 28 (Monday) – Makam (Magha)

A Final Word

The dates listed above are generally auspicious and follow traditional Panchang rules. Still, every individual horoscope is unique. For the best results, families are advised to consult a qualified astrologer to match horoscopes and select the most suitable lagna and muhurat for the couple.

A wedding planned with care, clarity, and the right intentions always carries blessings — regardless of how big or small the celebration may be.

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