Festivals
Ekadashi on January 14, 2026: Shattila Ekadashi vrat katha, puja vidhi and parana time
Shattila Ekadashi is regarded as one of the most spiritually rewarding Ekadashi fasts in the Hindu calendar. Observed during the Magh month, this Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is uniquely associated with the use of sesame seeds (til) in fasting, worship, and charity.
According to the Panchang, Shattila Ekadashi will be observed on January 14, 2026. Devotees believe that observing the vrat with sincerity helps cleanse past sins, purify the body and mind, and attract peace and prosperity.
Below are the date, timings, rituals, vrat katha, and spiritual significance of Shattila Ekadashi.
Shattila Ekadashi 2026 date and tithi timing
As per the Vedic calendar:
- Ekadashi Tithi begins: January 13, 2026 at 3:17 pm
- Ekadashi Tithi ends: January 14, 2026 at 5:52 pm
Since the Ekadashi tithi is present at sunrise on January 14, devotees will observe Shattila Ekadashi vrat on January 14, 2026.
Auspicious yogas on Shattila Ekadashi 2026
This year, Shattila Ekadashi gains added importance due to rare auspicious combinations:
- Coincides with Makar Sankranti
- Formation of Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga
- Formation of Amrit Siddhi Yoga
Such yogas are believed to multiply the spiritual benefits of fasting, worship, and donations.
- Brahma Muhurta: 5:28 am to 6:22 am
This is considered the most sacred time to take a holy bath, take the vrat sankalp, and begin puja.
Religious significance of Shattila Ekadashi
Shattila Ekadashi holds a special place in Hindu scriptures. The word Shattila refers to the six ways sesame seeds are used on this day—through eating, bathing, offering, charity, homa, and applying paste.
Sesame seeds are believed to:
- Absorb negative karma
- Purify the soul
- Bring stability, prosperity, and spiritual growth
Worship performed with devotion on this day is said to please Lord Vishnu immensely and help devotees move closer to moksha.
Shattila Ekadashi vrat katha (story)
According to the Ekadashi Mahatmya, there once lived a devoted woman who regularly observed fasts but never donated food or wealth. Though disciplined, her lack of charity left her spiritually incomplete.
After her death, she was reborn into hardship. When she sought guidance, sages advised her to observe Shattila Ekadashi with sincere charity using sesame seeds. Upon doing so, her suffering ended, and she attained peace and prosperity.
The story highlights that fasting combined with charity is what truly completes a vrat.
Shattila Ekadashi puja vidhi
- Wake up early and take a holy bath
- Wear clean yellow or white clothes
- Clean the puja area and spread a yellow cloth
- Place idols or images of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi
- Light a ghee lamp and incense
- Take a vow to observe the Ekadashi vrat
- Chant Om Namo Narayanaya or Vishnu Sahasranama
- Read or listen to the Ekadashi vrat katha
- Offer bhog made with sesame seeds (til laddoo, til khichdi)
- Worship Tulsi and perform abhishek with Ganga jal
Shattila Ekadashi 2026 parana time
- Parana date: January 15, 2026 (Dwadashi)
- Parana time: 7:15 am to 9:21 am
After bathing, devotees should offer prayers to Lord Vishnu, consume sattvik food with Tulsi leaves, and then break the fast respectfully.
Benefits of observing Shattila Ekadashi vrat
- Helps cleanse past sins
- Brings mental peace and clarity
- Supports spiritual discipline and self-control
- Encourages charity and compassion
- Believed to attract prosperity and divine blessings
Shattila Ekadashi is not just a ritualistic fast but a reminder of balance—discipline, devotion, and generosity—working together to nurture spiritual growth.