Amrutkaal ॐ अमृतकाल Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan 2026 is observed on Friday, 28 August 2026 — it follows purnima of shravana.
Shubh Muhurat
Full panchang, Rahu Kaal, and muhurat windows will be available closer to 28 August 2026.
We compute auspicious time windows with Swiss Ephemeris when the festival falls within our 38-day panchang window.
Significance
Raksha Bandhan — 'the bond of protection' — celebrates the relationship between sisters and brothers. A sister ties a sacred thread (rakhi) on her brother's wrist as a prayer for his wellbeing; he promises to protect her and gives a gift in return. The ritual spans biological and chosen kinship — across communities, women tie rakhis on those they consider brothers.
Rituals & Traditions
- Sister applies tilak on brother's forehead
- Tying the rakhi thread with prayer for his wellbeing
- Sweets exchanged, gift given by brother to sister
- Family gathering and meal
Upcoming dates
- 2024 19 August 2024 (past)
- 2025 9 August 2025 (past)
- 2026 28 August 2026
- 2027 17 August 2027
- 2028 5 August 2028
- 2029 24 August 2029
- 2030 13 August 2030
- 2031 3 August 2031
- 2032 21 August 2032
- 2033 10 August 2033
- 2034 29 August 2034
- 2035 18 August 2035
- 2036 6 August 2036
Observed by: Hindus, Sikhs, Jains
Frequently asked questions
When is Raksha Bandhan 2026?
Raksha Bandhan 2026 is observed on Friday, 28 August 2026. The festival follows purnima of shravana.
What is Raksha Bandhan?
Raksha Bandhan — 'the bond of protection' — celebrates the relationship between sisters and brothers. A sister ties a sacred thread (rakhi) on her brother's wrist as a prayer for his wellbeing; he promises to protect her and gives a gift in return. The ritual spans biological and chosen kinship — across communities, women tie rakhis on those they consider br
How is Raksha Bandhan celebrated?
Sister applies tilak on brother's forehead; Tying the rakhi thread with prayer for his wellbeing; Sweets exchanged, gift given by brother to sister; Family gathering and meal.
Who observes Raksha Bandhan?
Raksha Bandhan is observed by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains.
Why does the date of Raksha Bandhan change every year?
Raksha Bandhan is fixed by the Hindu luni-solar calendar — it falls on purnima of shravana. Because that tithi drifts against the Gregorian calendar each year, the English date moves, even though the festival is always on the same point in the lunar month.