Basant Panchami 2026: When is Basant Panchami, January 23 or 22? Learn the date, puja timings, and the significance of the color yellow.:The festival of Basant Panchami is considered very auspicious.

News Topical, Digital Desk : The festival of Basant Panchami, dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of learning, arts, and music, holds special significance in Hinduism. This day also marks the arrival of spring. This festival is celebrated annually on the fifth day of the bright fortnight of the month of Magh. Some people are confused about the date of Basant Panchami in 2026.

When is Basant Panchami 2026? (Basant Panchami 2026 Date And Time)

According to the Hindu calendar, the Panchami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon) of the month of Magha will begin at 2:28 am on January 23, 2026. It will end at 1:46 am on January 24. Based on the calendar, Basant Panchami will be celebrated on January 23, 2026.

Auspicious time for Saraswati Puja (Basant Panchami 2026 Puja Muhurat)

Auspicious time for worship - 07:13 am to 12:33 pm.

Significance of Color Yellow on Basant Panchami

Symbol of Knowledge: Yellow color is considered a symbol of auspiciousness, energy and knowledge.
Goddess's favorite color: Mother Saraswati is very fond of yellow clothes and yellow flowers.
Yellow offering: On this day, people prepare yellow rice or saffron pudding and offer it to the Mother Goddess.

Why is this day special for students?

It is believed that Goddess Saraswati appeared from the mouth of Lord Brahma on this day. Therefore, this festival is considered the most auspicious day to begin education or to practice alphabets. On this day, students worship their books to receive blessings of wisdom and knowledge.